Here are the 3 best Delta 3D printers ranging from hobbyist use to professional applications.
These printers are one of the 3 popular types (CoreXY, Delta & Cartesian). Delta printers are very unique in that they can print parts in a linear vertical movement connected to 3 separate vertical rails with higher degrees of freedom.
Let’s chem them out:
Flsun Q5 - Best Overall
Why start with this one? – The Flsun Q5 FDM printer offers a large build volume and auto bed leveling probe that helps beginners to set up the print faster.
Pros
High Printing Speed - Up to 300 mm/s with high printing accuracy
Auto Bed Leveling - Saves the user so much time self-calibrating without manually adjusting, so the user can get right to the printing process
Lattice Bed Platform - Composite coated, which allows for faster healing, better adhesion, and reduced wrapping
Easy Part Removal - Considerably higher Z-axis to print something tall
Resume From Power Loss - No wasteful large print when the power stops, the printer remembers the last step when power resumes
Smoother Feeding - Titan extruder gives it a stronger extrusion while providing a smoother and more stable feeding process
Easy Part Removal - Strong adhesion, but also easy part removal upon completion when the bed cools off
Cons
- Can be loud even through the packaging says it's quiet
- Base structure may not be heavy enough to hold steady unless bolted down on the workbench
Specs
- Build Volume (mm) – φ200 X 200
- Print Speed – 20 - 150 mm/s
- Thickness – 0.2 – 0.3mm (200 - 300 microns)
- Material – PLA, ABS
- Filament Diameter – 1.75 mm
- Bed Leveling – Auto
- Extruder temp – 260°C
- Weight – 15.4 lbs
- Connectivity – USB, SD Card
- Slicing Software – Cura, Repetier Host
- File Format – STL, G Code, OBJ
Anycubic Predator Delta - Best For The Money
Why buy this one? - Anycubic makes some of the best 3D printers on the market and the Predator Delta model is affordable and offers a large print volume for any beginners and experienced to start and play around with.
Pros
Flying Extruder - Improved extrusion without stringing for a much better quality print at a higher speed due to reduced weight.
Auto Bed Leveling - The same as Flsun Q5 recommended above, and it has 37 point mesh for even more leveled surface calibration
Modular Design - Put together very quickly and get the print process going without tons of complex assembly
Very Sturdy Base - Very rigid, bottom-heavy structure to stabilize the print and eliminate shaking as the 3 arms move up
Heated Bed - Just like all pro-level printers to ensure good bed adhesion build layers on a good foundation
Cons
- Non open source firmware for tweaking
- Lacks community support
Specs
- Build Volume (mm) – φ370 X 455
- Print Speed – 20 – 150 mm/s
- Thickness – 0.05 – 0.3mm (5 - 300 microns)
- Material – PLA, ABS, TPU, HIPS, Wood, PETG, PC, Copper
- Heated Bed – 100°C
- Filament Diameter – 1.75 mm
- Bed Leveling – Assisted, 16 points
- Extruder temp – 250°C
- Weight – 42.3 lbs
- Connectivity – SD card, USB
- Slicing Software – Cura, Simplify3D, Repetier Host
- File Format – STL, OBJ, DAE, AMF, G Code
Flsun QQ-S Pro - Best For Beginner
Why buy this one? The Flsun QQ S Pro is the better upgrade from the Flsun Q5 with better noise reduction, and wifi connection to make it more suitable for workplaces. On top of that, it's a higher-performing Flsun delta FDM printer than the Q5 model.
Pros
Fast Printing - Up to 300 mm/s just like the Flsun Q5
Auto Bed Leveling - Like the Flsun Q5, saves so much user's time setting it up
Simple Assembly - Follow included instructions and set up the printer in no time
Faster Warm Up - Reaches up to 110 °C in about 5 mins and get it going with your projects
Filament Sensor - Alerts the user if the filament runs out or break, and the print will pause
Easy Part Removal - Just like the Flsun Q5 when the bed cools off
Cons
- Can be loud
Specs
- Build Volume (mm) – 260 X 370 X 370
- Print Speed – 300 mm/s
- Thickness – 0.1 – 0.3mm (100- 300 microns)
- Material – ABS, PLA, HIPS, Flex, Wood and more
- Heated Bed – 100°C
- Filament Diameter – 1.75 mm
- Bed Leveling – Auto leveling with 21 points mesh
- Extruder temp – 270°C
- Weight – 26.5 lbs
- Connectivity – USB, MicroSD
- Slicing Software – Cura, Repetier Host, Simplify3D
- File Format – STL, OBJ, G Code
How Does A Delta 3D Printer Work?
Delta 3D printer prints the part with 3 separate vertical rails with higher degrees of freedom when compared to CoreXY and Cartesian printers.
To learn more please check out our 3D printer position axis guide