Anycubic Unveils the Photon P1 Max
In a groundbreaking announcement, Anycubic has introduced the pre-sale of the Photon P1 Max, a state-of-the-art large-format resin 3D printer aimed at advanced users, studios, and low-volume production. This innovative device stands out with its remarkable build capacity of 18.3 liters, making it ideal for printing large prototypes and highly detailed models.
Impressive Specifications
The Photon P1 Max is equipped with a monochrome 14-inch LCD boasting a 12K resolution, which ensures crisp details with every print. What sets it apart is the uniform lighting consistency of over 92%, contributing to an even exposure across the entire build area.
To guarantee consistent print quality, the printer utilizes a precision-ground steel build plate coupled with a rigid mounting system for the exposure screen. Additionally, its enclosed design effectively keeps over 99.99% of UVA light contained, significantly reducing the risk of unintended resin curing during operations.
Designed for Long Print Jobs
This printer is engineered to handle long printing tasks with ease. It employs a Class C7 ball screw and linear guides, together with the new LighTurbo 4.0 light source system, to ensure reliable motion and consistent light output. With a positioning accuracy of ±0.01 mm, those extended print jobs can maintain precise fabrications.
Utilizing Wave-Release technology, the Photon P1 Max minimizes release force by more than 60% compared to traditional NFEP films, allowing large-format prints to detach from the release film more effortlessly.
Intelligent Printing Assistance
One notable feature of the Photon P1 Max is its factory-calibrated Intelligent Leveling System 3.0, which checks the leveling of the build plate before each print and displays real-time power values for manual adjustments if necessary.
During the printing process, the Dynamic Release 3.0 applies automatic adjustments to the lifting height and speed based on the pulling force. In conjunction with the Dynamic Light-Off Compensation 3.0, the printer optimizes the Light-Off time depending on the resin's flow characteristics. An integrated AI monitoring system keeps track of the build plate installation, layer separation, resin levels, and retained resin, ensuring optimal performance throughout.
Compatibility with High-Viscosity Resins
Supporting resins with viscosities up to 8000 cps, the Photon P1 Max includes preset profiles for Anycubic resins, adding flexibility for users. The printer features a temperature-controlled resin tank with a capacity of 1900 ml, maintaining resin temperatures up to 35°C to ensure consistent material properties throughout lengthy print jobs. This ample supply enables the completion of a single 300 mm model without needing to refill.
Enhanced User Experience
Anycubic has integrated several user-friendly innovations that simplify daily operations. These features include a quick-change build plate and resin tank, a tool-free detachable lighting screen, a resin drip holder, and an improved spout for cleaner resin handling. Remarkably, the flip cover remains open at any angle over 45°, and the operational noise is capped at a maximum of 45 dB. For those sensitive to odors, the optional AirPure 2.0 accessory is available to mitigate unpleasant smells when using the printer.
Pricing and Availability
The Photon P1 Max pre-sale is set to start on July 22 at 10 AM, featuring three price tiers:
- - July 22 - August 3: $849 with three exclusive bonuses.
- - August 4 - August 11: $899 with three exclusive bonuses.
- - August 12 - August 31: $959 with three exclusive bonuses.
Notably, after September 1, the bonuses will no longer be available. To pre-order or for more information, customers can visit the official Anycubic shop.
About Anycubic
Founded in 2015, Anycubic specializes in the development of desktop FDM and resin 3D printers, along with printing materials and software for hobbyists, designers, engineers, educators, and small businesses. The brand's products are available in over 200 countries and regions worldwide.