Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra Mīkini Paʻi 3D Resin by Chris Hong and Tom Zhang

Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra Mīkini Paʻi 3D Resin by Chris Hong and Tom Zhang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Palatina in Hoʻolālā Huahana Hana a me Lako Hale Hana Competition Category.

PalatinaLako· 2025

Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra Mīkini Paʻi 3D Resin

by Chris Hong and Tom Zhang

Client: Shenzhen Elegoo Technology Co.,Ltd.

A' Design Award Palatina Winner in Lako Category

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The Design

About Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra Mīkini Paʻi 3D Resin

He mīkini paʻi 3D resin ʻo Mars 5 Ultra i hoʻolālā ʻia no ka hoʻohana ʻana ma ka home. Hoʻohana ka mīkini paʻi i ka ʻenehana hoʻokuʻu hiō, e hoʻonui ana i ka wikiwiki o ka paʻi ʻana ma ka 48 pākēneka i hoʻohālikelike ʻia me nā kumu hoʻohālike like. ʻIke ka hoʻāʻo hoʻomālamalama ma nā ʻāpana i ka manawa hoʻomaloʻo resin kūpono, e hoʻomaikaʻi ana i ka maikaʻi o ka paʻi ʻana a e hōʻemi ana i ka hoʻopau ʻole ʻana o ka resin. Hoʻomaʻalahi ka hoʻokaulike ʻakomi a me nā nānā pilikino i ka hoʻonohonoho ʻana, ʻaʻohe pono e hoʻopili ʻia nā ʻāpana. Hiki i kekahi pahupaʻikiʻi i hoʻokomo ʻia ke ʻae i ka nānā ʻana a me ka hoʻopaʻa ʻana i nā kiʻi ʻoniʻoni manawa māmā. Kākoʻo ka hoʻōla hou ʻana ma hope o ka pau ʻana o ka uila a me ka nānā ʻana i ka mahana i ka hana hilinaʻi ʻia no nā mea hoʻohana hou a me nā mea hoʻohana akamai.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Palatina

Ua lanakila ka hoʻolālā Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra Mīkini Paʻi 3D Resin i ka A' Design Award Palatina, he ʻike hoʻohanohano nui i hāʻawi ʻia i nā hoʻolālā ʻoiaʻiʻo loa ka kūʻokoʻa, ka nani a me ka kamahaʻo. He mau mea kupaianaha o ka hana noʻeau nā lanakila Palatina, he mau hōʻike o nā palena o ka noʻonoʻo hana noʻeau, a hōʻike lākou i ka ʻoihana ʻoi aku a me ka ʻuhane akamai o kā lākou poʻe hoʻolālā. Manaʻo ʻia ʻo kēia mau hoʻolālā nā hana kaulana loa e wehewehe ana i ka nani o kekahi au, kōkua i ke ola pono o ke kaiāulu a hoʻoneʻe i nā palena o ka hana noʻeau, ka ʻepekema, ka hoʻolālā a me ka ʻenehana. Hōʻike ka hoʻolālā Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra Mīkini Paʻi 3D Resin i ke kūlana ʻoi kelakela i ʻoi aku ma mua o ka palena a hoʻomaikaʻi ʻole ʻole i ka honua ma o kona mau ʻano pōmaikaʻi a waiwai. He hana ka hoʻolālā Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra Mīkini Paʻi 3D Resin i lanakila i ka A' Design Award Palatina e hoʻāla i ka makemake, hoʻoulu, hoʻoikaika, hoʻohauʻoli a hoʻā i ka hauʻoli nui.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Mars 5 Ultra positions itself as the premier resin 3D printer for home users. Its tilt-release technology accelerates print speeds by 48% over comparable models, while the section-based exposure tests optimal resin curing time, improving print quality and reducing resin waste. With auto-leveling, self-checks, and integrated features like an AI camera, time-lapse recording, and power-loss recovery, it blends sophisticated technology with a user-friendly design, catering to beginners and experts.
Dimensions & Packaging: Dimension: 260 x 268 x 451.5 mm (L x W x H)
Build Volume: 153.36 x 77.76 x 165 mm (L x W x H)
Net Weight: 8.8 kg
Tags: User-friendly, Innovative, Intelligent, 3D Printer, 3D Printing, Consumer Electronics, Innovation Technology, Home Appliances, Prototyping, Digital Device, Household Item
Production Technology: Crafted with precision, Mars 5 Ultra showcases meticulous material selection and engineering. The base and side panels are made from metal, shaped through sheet metal stamping, and finished with electrostatic coating for a refined, durable surface. The central panel utilizes die-casting with a protective spray finish, balancing aesthetics and resilience. Structural components, formed through high-precision extrusion, ensure seamless integration and robust performance, elevating form and function.
Design Challenge: The key challenge was meeting the stringent functional design requirements, particularly for auto-leveling, which demands precise material dimensions and minimal errors. To address this, engineers conducted multiple testing rounds to fine-tune the solution. In the CMF phase, the focus shifted to creating distinct color options to stand out in a crowded market. Throughout mass production, factors like material defects and supplier issues required quick adjustments to ensure smooth production.
Research: This project merges UX, CMF, and precision manufacturing to elevate the aesthetics and functionality of consumer 3D printers. The aim was to develop a high-precision resin printer with 9K resolution and 3x faster tilt-release technology. Through competitor analysis and user feedback, we refined the design, incorporating a 7-inch 9K screen, AI camera, and mechanical sensors for 20-micrometer precision and auto-leveling. The Mars 5 Ultra sets a new benchmark, driving innovation in education and design with cost-effective solutions.
Inspiration: Inspired by the brand’s signature futuristic aesthetic, the Mars 5 Ultra features a sleek, mech-style design with a metallic gray finish, rounded edges, and bold silkscreen details. Built to blend seamlessly into modern homes, it also prioritizes safety for children and pets. Its advanced tilt-release design, inherited from the top-performing series, delivers both striking aesthetics and exceptional print quality, setting a new standard for consumer resin 3D printers.
Project Duration: The project began development in 2023 and took eight months to complete. It was officially launched worldwide in June 2024.
Operation Flow: The Mars 5 Ultra's design prioritizes effortless use for 3D printing beginners. Its integrated design requires no assembly, with automatic leveling and self-checking simplifying setup. An AI camera allows real-time monitoring, while time-lapse recording captures the printing process. Features like power-loss recovery and temperature monitoring with high heat alerts ensure reliable operation and extend longevity. The Mars 5 Ultra offers a streamlined, hassle-free printing experience from start to finish.
Patents: Invention Patent for Build platform featuring auto-leveling. Patent No. ZL 2023 1 1384404.0. Shenzhen Elegoo Technology Co.,Ltd.. 2023.

Design patent for Resin 3D Printer (Mars). Patent No. ZL 2023 0822780.8. Shenzhen Elegoo Technology Co.,Ltd.. 2023.
Team Members: CEO: Chris Hong
CTO: Tom Zhang
Team Member: Yuxi Peng, Jinxin Gao, Qiufeng Zhang
Image Credits: Elegoo