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Anycubic's Groundbreaking Innovations at Formnext 2025

Anycubic has made headlines at Formnext 2025 with the introduction of three innovative new products that promise to reshape the future of desktop manufacturing. The company aims to demonstrate how the line between hobbyist tooling and industrial-grade equipment is increasingly blurring. The new offerings include the Kobra S1 Max, Kobra X, and the Photon P1, and they are designed to meet the growing demands for stability, speed, and versatility in 3D printing.

The Kobra S1 Max: A High-Performance CoreXY Printer

Taking center stage at Anycubic's booth, the Kobra S1 Max is touted as a large-format CoreXY printer built for those who require industrial-level stability. This impressive machine features a build volume of 350×350×350 mm³ and can operate with an actively heated chamber reaching up to 65°C, as well as a heated bed that can reach 120°C. Such specifications allow it to handle a variety of technical materials, including polycarbonate and nylon, ensuring that creators can produce high-quality functional parts.

According to James Ouyang, Anycubic’s Chief Technology Officer, “This model incorporates the latest ACE 2 Pro version, driven by four independent brushless motors, which dramatically reduces color change times while enhancing stability and noise control.” Coupled with hardened steel extrusion components and an automatic leveling system, the Kobra S1 Max is tailored for mass production of durable components.

Kobra X: Enhanced Multi-Material Printing

Next in line is the Kobra X, which has refined Anycubic’s multi-color technology. This second-generation printer utilizes a single-nozzle system optimized to facilitate cleaner transitions and minimize material wastage. The new ACE GEN2 system reduces the purge distance significantly from 160 mm to just 30 mm, which in turn cuts printing time and filament consumption by nearly half.

It supports a standard configuration for four-color printing, with potential to expand up to 19 colors, allowing for greater creativity in designs. The Kobra X also combines PLA with TPU or PVA, boasting superior control over extrusion pressure and high-speed motion performance that can reach 600 mm/s.

Photon P1: The Industrial-Grade Resin Printer

With the Photon P1, Anycubic introduces what it calls a truly industrial-grade device within the desktop resin printing category. This model supports resins with viscosity up to 8,000 cps and features a dual platform system along with a dual reservoir for genuine two-material printing. One of its standout features is the nFEP double-layer separation system, which reduces the force required for layer separation by 60%.

The Photon P1 also boasts an impressive Z-axis repeatability of ±0.01 mm, along with a highly flat steel build plate and LightTurbo 4.0 optical motor that delivers an impressive 92% light uniformity. Ouyang notes, “This machine is designed not only for prototypes but also for actual parts, thanks to its repeatability features and capability for small-scale production.”

Shaping the Future of Desktop Manufacturing

Anycubic is clearly steering towards industry trends that emphasize automation, material adaptability, and the conversion of hobbyist tools into robust production systems. Ouyang summarizes the company's mission: “We aim to provide desktop manufacturing equipment with industrial-level capabilities, making high-quality production accessible to creators and engineers worldwide.”

In conclusion, with the introduction of the Kobra S1 Max, Kobra X, and Photon P1, Anycubic is setting a new standard for desktop manufacturing. These products are part of a cohesive ecosystem aimed at serving creators, engineers, and small manufacturers seeking reliable and high-performance 3D printers in a desktop format.

For those attending Formnext 2025, these cutting-edge solutions mark a noteworthy advancement in the industry, reflecting Anycubic’s commitment to innovation and quality in the realm of 3D printing.