ELEGOO Neptune is ELEGOO FDM 3D printers which uses plastic threads to create 3D objects. To do this, it needs a digital design file, usually with a .stl or .obj extension, which contains the 3D model of the object.
Before printing, a program called a slicer processes the .stl (.obj) file. In this case, we use Cura. The slicer breaks the 3D model into thin layers and turns it into instructions, known as G-code, which the printer can follow.
The G-code tells the printer how to move to create each layer of the object. It also includes details like the right temperature for the plastic and the speed at which to print. Sometimes, the slicer adds extra supports to help print tricky parts that hang in the air.
Once the G-code is ready, it's sent to the printer, which follows the instructions to build the object layer by layer. After printing, you might need to do some extra work like removing supports or giving the object a nice finish.
ELEGOO's FDM 3D printers are known for precision and affordability. The Neptune series, including the Neptune 4 Max, Neptune 4 Plus,Neptune 4 Pro, Neptune 4, Neptune 3, Neptune 3 Max, Neptune 3 Plus, Neptune 3 Pro, Neptune S and Neptune 2, offers a range of options for different needs and budgets.
When you receive an FDM 3D printer from ELEGOO like Neptune 4 Plus, here is the video for your reference to unbox and make a simple assembly.
Once assemble it (Neptune 4 Plus)，you may follow below steps to start your first print:
Before you reading this part, you are suggested to check the Glossary first.
Error: unable to open config file
Does the printer support the installation of inputting shaping sensor?
Why the leveling point parameters are not saved?
How to deal with the error “Mcu: mcu shutdown, ADC out of range"?
Why the material outage detection switch was triggered abnormally?
How to imporve the poor printing quality with layer shifts?
How to deal with the error “TMC stepper_x: OVER temp warning"?
The printer gets stuck at boot interface?
Why the touch screen is blank and unresponsive?
Why the extruder Loan and Unload function is totally opposite?
Why the touch screen cannot enter the system after IP connected?
Why I need to re-level the printer every time?
Why it always shows a March date in the fluidd web interface?
Why the hotbed V-wheel cannot be tightened?
How can I deal with the Z-offset abnormal?
How can I deal with the printing layer shits issue?
How can I improve the printing quality?
How can I improve the leveling effect?
How should I deal with Home/Level nozzle to bed/sensor not triggered?
How do I deal with these error messages on touch screen?
How to add TPU, ABS, PET-G configuration file in the cure sclier?
Why the motor does not stop but keeps crushing while Homing?
How to solve the issue that nozzle clogged and no filaments out from the extruder?
There is no power switch on the printer?
Why there is noise when X/Y-axis moves?
Why it reboots after wifi connected?
Auto-pause at specific layer tutorial
Cure, Prusa, Orca slicer print file thumb nail plugins
Lead screw routine maintenance
Networked control with orcaslicer
Prusa slicer parameter configuration import
Remote printing operation guide
Z-axis eccentric wheel adjustment
EMMC storage module repacement
Extruder controller board replacement
X-axis plastic V-wheels replacement
Thermistor and ceramic heating element replacement
X-axis timing belt replacement
Y-axis acceleration sensor cable replacement
Y-axis timing belt replacement
Heater and thermistor replacement
Replace teflon tube in the throat pipe
Throat pipe cooling fan replacement
For firmware download and update, please refer to ELEGOO Firmware center.