3D Potter Scara Elite vs Wasp WASP 40100 LDM
Technical comparison · 3D printing with clay & ceramics
Scara Elite and WASP 40100 LDM are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.4×). WASP 40100 LDM costs less (~€8590) and is the entry-level choice; Scara Elite offers more capability at a higher price (~€29490). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Scara Elite
3D Potter
F2 · Intermediate
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WASP 40100 LDM
Wasp
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~27230–31750 € | 8590 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 85 × 77 × 195 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 84 kg |
| Work area (mm) | — | 400 × 400 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 1000 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 200 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 150 mm/s | 150 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.5 mm |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system uses the Duet Web Control firmware, which allows for complete management via a web interface on any Wi-Fi-connected device, without requiring dedicated control software installed locally. For toolpath generation (slicing), the manufacturer recommends using Simplify3D, although the machine is compatible with any software capable of exporting G-code files. The architecture is open to the integration of auxiliary systems for material flow management via standard protocols. | The machine uses Simplify3D as its official, licensed slicer, whose workflow is optimized to handle the specific parameters of fluid-dense materials via the screw extruder. The system supports remote management via the network and monitoring via a TFT touchscreen interface, with control logic that allows for the configuration of variable retractions and flows, critical when working with ceramics, porcelain, or geopolymers. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Scara Elite 29490 € vs WASP 40100 LDM 8590 € — WASP 40100 LDM wins (+243%)
Which one to choose
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