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Ender-3 V3 SE
Ender-3 V3 SE

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Launch
Version August 2023
Print Performance
Build Volume 220 x 220 x 250 mm
Speed & Accel Max speed 250 mm/s (Typical 180 mm/s); Max acceleration 2,500 mm/s²
Layer Precision 0.1 mm – 0.35 mm
Extruder & Hotend
Extruder System "Sprite" Direct Drive (highly reliable for flexible filaments)
Hotend Max Temp 260°C
Nozzle Specs 0.4 mm standard brass nozzle
Build Plate & Leveling
Bed Temp & Surface Up to 100°C; PC Spring Steel magnetic plate (textured surface)
Leveling System Fully automatic CR-Touch leveling combined with a Strain Gauge for automatic Z-offset calibration (no paper test required)
Materials & Sensors
Filament Support PLA, PETG, TPU (95A). Note: ABS/Nylon are not recommended due to the open frame and 260°C limit
Smart Sensors Power loss recovery. (Note: A filament run-out sensor is often an optional add-on for this specific SE model)
Air Management None (Open-frame design).
Connectivity & Monitoring
Interfaces SD Card, USB-C (for direct PC connection)
Camera & AI None. Requires an external setup (like a Sonic Pad or Raspberry Pi) for monitoring.
Remote Mgmt None natively. This is a "stand-alone" printer without built-in Wi-Fi.
UI & Software
Control Panel 3.2-inch Color Display with a rotary knob (non-touch)
Compatible Slicers Creality Print, Cura, PrusaSlicer, OrcaSlicer.
Physical & Power
Dimensions & Weight 349 x 364 x 490 mm; Net weight 7.12 kg
Power & Noise 350W Power Supply; features a "Silent" 32-bit motherboard, though fans are audible during high-speed moves
Misc
Inside the Box Printer (semi-assembled, 20-min setup), Small filament sample, Tool kit, Spare nozzle, SD card/Reader
Price Approximately $179.00 - $219.00 USD