# Optimized 3D Printers This 3D Printer Kit Offers an Expansive Bed and Leveling Surface By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-09-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printer-kits References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/tevo-tarantula-i3-3d-printer-kit/) & [tevo3dprinterstore](https://tevo3dprinterstore.com/products/2016-newest-tevo-tarantula-i3-aluminium-extrusion-3d-printer-kit-printer-3d-printing-2-rolls-filament-8gb-sd-card-lcd-as-gift) Considering that 3D-printing technology has come a fairly long way in just a few years, it's unsurprising that DIY enthusiasts, tinkerers, makers and professional manufacturers are increasingly keen to enjoy the advantages of [automatic bed leveling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/precise-3d-printer) and [enlarged printing beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bambu-lab-h2s), which is precisely what the brand new Tevo Tarantula Prusa i3 3D printer purports to offer. Available for just over $300, the Tevo Tarantula Prusa i3 3D printer kit comes with a special aluminum printing bed that is designed to offer a sturdy surface, allowing you to print a diverse array of objects with ease. The printer's auto-leveling accessory makes use of proximity detection in order to ensure accurate and precise printing outcomes. This high-tech 3D printer kit is an excellent and reasonably priced upgrade for anyone looking to expand their object-printing horizons. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Automatic Bed Leveling:** The trend of automatic bed leveling in 3D printers provides convenience and ensures accurate printing outcomes. - **Enlarged Printing Beds:** The trend of enlarged printing beds in 3D printers allows for the production of larger and more diverse objects. - **DIY 3D Printing Kits:** The trend of affordable and customizable DIY 3D printing kits provides an opportunity for enthusiasts and professionals to upgrade their capabilities. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **3D Printing:** The 3D printing industry can benefit from incorporating automatic bed leveling and enlarged printing beds to improve printing efficiency and expand possibilities. - **Manufacturing:** In the manufacturing industry, the use of DIY 3D printing kits can lead to increased productivity and cost-efficiency for small-scale production. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can leverage automatic bed leveling and enlarged printing beds to offer customized and innovative 3D-printed products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Accessible 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qidi-plus-4.md) - [Collaborative 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flsun-t1.md) - [Actively-Heated 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qidi-q1-pro.md) - [Beginner-Friendly 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xmaker-smart-3d-printer.md) - [Industrial-Grade 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lcd-3d-printer.md) - [Auto-Adaptive 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mono-m7-pro.md) - [Large-Format 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pratham-x.md) - [Cutting-Edge 3D-Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapmaker-u1.md) - [Conveyor Belt 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ideaformer-ir3-v2.md)