Anycubic Photon P1 MAX review: bigger, better, and tech-packed
Anycubic’s Photon P1 MAX is the latest large resin printer, with new tech alongside its little brother, the P1. It sports a heated vat, Wave Release Technology, and a large, locking build plate and vat.
Anycubic has released its latest resin printer, the Photon P1 MAX, which is a larger and more feature-packed version of the company's previous offering, the Photon P1. The new printer boasts a larger build volume, a sleek design, and upgraded technology, making it an excellent addition to any 3D printing workshop.
The Photon P1 MAX features a 1-inch 12K monochrome LCD screen, a COB (Chip-on-board) light source with a reflector and aspherical Fresnel lens, and offers X/Y Axis resolution of 24.8 x 24.8μm. The printer has a build volume of 285.5 x 214 x 300 mm (11.2 x 8.4 x 11.8 inches) and weighs 23.1kg (50.9 lbs). It runs on Anycubic's firmware, which, although still in early stages, works as expected despite a few bugs.
Upon release, the Photon P1 MAX is available for pre-order at $1,103.00 on Anycubic's website, with the price increasing to $1,149.00 after the presale. The printer comes with a standard resin printer starter kit, including a metal scraper, Allen keys, a user manual, a USB drive, a power cord, a wipe for the hood interior, and a plastic scraper. The USB drive is pre-loaded with Anycubic's Photon Workshop Slicer, test files, and a digital manual.
Key features of the Photon P1 MAX include an Intelligent Assistant 3.0 and a Smart Dynamic Balance system for easier build plate leveling. The printer also has a rubber grommet for fume extraction venting, but no dedicated hose is provided. Users must follow safety precautions when using the printer, such as wearing gloves and safety glasses when handling uncured resin, ensuring proper ventilation, and promptly cleaning up any spilled resin.
Assembly of the Anycubic P1 MAX is straightforward, as the printer comes fully assembled. Users will only need to remove protective materials and peel labels from the printer and FEP Film. The printer's locking system for the build plate and vat is an upgrade from previous models, eliminating the need to worry about losing screws or dealing with resin spills during maintenance. The touchscreen display is responsive, and the printer's design provides a premium feel through its weighted construction.
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