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Anycubic Photon Dental 3D Printer – 2K USB Connectivity Only

 

As far as low-cost desktop DLP 3D printers go, the Anycubic Photon DLP 3D Printer has emerged as one of the most appealing options on the market.

Technical Specifications
● Printing Technology: LCD-based SLA 3D Printer
● Light-source : UV integrated light（wavelength 405nm）
● XY DPI : 47um (2560*1440)
● Y axis resolution : 1.25um
● Layer resolution : 25 ~ 100um
● Printing speed : 20mm/h
● Rated Power : 40W​
● Printer size: 220mm*200mm*400mm
● Printing volume : 115mm *65mm *155mm (4.52″*2.56″*6.1″)
● Printing material : 405nm photosensitive resin
● Connectivity : USB Only
● Package Weight: 6.6kg

 

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As far as low-cost desktop DLP 3D printers go, the Anycubic Photon DLP 3D Printer has emerged as one of the most appealing options on the market. Anycubic has a reputation for building reliable and affordable printers like the Anycubic i3 Mega FDM 3D printer. When it comes to the price, the Anycubic Photon is no exception – it’s one of the cheapest DLP 3D printers out there.

The Anycubic Photon DLP is generating some serious buzz across the community, and for good reason. Priced at less than $2000, this machine is a potential game-changer for the SLA/DLP desktop 3D printing sector. But talk is cheap; we wanted to see this 3D printer in action.

So let’s take a dive into this resin-based 3D printer (not literally, that would be a health hazard) and find out how whether the Anycubic Photon DLP 3D printer is worth the hype or not.

 

Pros

  • Extremely affordable compared to other SLA/DLP 3D printers
  • Produces high quality prints at impressive resolution of 25-100 microns
  • Compact and efficient size
  • Adequate instructions for assembly, cleaning, etc.
  • Custom slicer with good support structure generation

Cons

  • Small build volume
  • Resin 3D printing can get a bit messy
  • Post-processing requires patience and space
  • Properly cleaning printer is time-consuming
  • Safety gear is necessary (but also provided)
  • User must be cautious with hazardous material
  • Too many steps to send to print

The Verdict

All in all, we were pleasantly surprised with how the Anycubic Photon worked, both in terms of print quality and ease of use. In a market where most options are priced well above $10,000, we found that this machine makes for an ideal introduction to SLA/DLP 3D printing for both beginners and well-seasoned makers.

It’s no shocking revelation that resin 3D printing provides better print quality and resolution than FDM, but the Anycubic Photon proves that it can be done on a printer in the same low price range. Although there’s a slight learning curve for those who have never used a SLA/DLP 3D printer, this obstacle is overcome quickly thanks to the clear documentation, an active online community, and other online resources.

Most of the Anycubic Photon’s downsides are universal in the world of resin printing, factors such as post-processing, material handling, safety, etc. The printer does have a particularly small build volume, but it provides enough space for you to accomplish most projects. However, it’s important not to overlook the sticky resin and post-processing chemicals that you’ll have to bring into the workshop.

Aside from that, at under $2000, it’s hard to find reasons to discount the quality of the Anycubic Photon. Not only is this 3D printer incredibly affordable, it also produces surprisingly high-resolution prints.

For professionals, such as dentists, it’s probably worth investing in a more complete ecosystem that something like the Dazzle Dental L120 Basic Dental. However, for beginners or makers that want to get better acquainted with resin 3D printing while maintaining good quality and ease of use, you won’t find a better budget option than the Anycubic Photon.

First and foremost, the Anycubic Photon is a desktop DLP 3D printer. This technology significantly differs from the more commonly used FDM 3D printing. Instead of melting plastic filament within a heated nozzle, DLP and SLA printers use liquid resins that are cured by either UV light or high-powered laser, respectively.

Whereas an SLA 3D printer, such as the popular Formlabs Form 2, uses a laser to harden the liquid resin, DLP printers use a technology called Digital Light Processing. This process projects the whole image of a layer (like a beamer would), effectively curing the resin layer by layer. Once one layer of resin is solidified, the build plate moves up and the projector then displays the next slice of the 3D model.

One of the primary benefits of DLP 3D printing is that it can produce highly detailed objects. The screen resolution is one of the most important aspects of any DLP 3D printer. The Anycubic Photon offers a 2K resolution, which is relatively good for the low price point.

The build volume for the Anycubic Photon DLP 3D printer is 115 x 65 x 155 mm, which is quite small compared to other machines. If you need to print bigger objects, you might be better off with an FDM 3D printer or a larger SLA 3D printer. However, if you want to experiment with DLP technology without burning a whole in your pocket, you’ll definitely be intrigued by what the AnyCubic Photon has to offer.

Please be advised that resin-based 3D printing may not be ideal for beginners. Post-processing involves washing the pieces with ethanol, curing them, cleaning the build plate – it’s a messy process. Also, the smell of the resin is not pleasant. Even though the Anycubic Photon has a carbon filter with a fan inside, the odor of the resin can still be overwhelming.

The 3D printer manufacturer strongly advises that the user wears the gloves and the protective mask provided with the 3D printer when pouring the resin (and so do we, as the smell is potent and potentially hazardous). You should also be sure to keep and use the Anycubic Photon in a relatively large room with open windows.

 

Technical Specifications
● Printing Technology: LCD-based SLA 3D Printer
● Light-source : UV integrated light（wavelength 405nm）
● XY DPI : 47um (2560*1440)
● Y axis resolution : 1.25um
● Layer resolution : 25 ~ 100um
● Printing speed : 20mm/h
● Rated Power : 40W​
● Printer size: 220mm*200mm*400mm
● Printing volume : 115mm *65mm *155mm (4.52″*2.56″*6.1″)
● Printing material : 405nm photosensitive resin
● Connectivity : USB Only
● Package Weight: 6.6kg

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