The Anycubic Photon P1 is an advanced desktop MSLA (masked stereolithography) LCD resin 3D printer designed for high precision, automation, and industrial-grade reliability. Equipped with a 10.1-inch 14K monochrome LCD screen, an industrial-grade ball screw motion system, and a dynamic heated resin vat, the Photon P1 is built to handle standard engineering and miniature resins as well as ultra-viscous materials (up to 8,000 cps). Designed with an intelligent print assistant, AI monitoring sensors, and optional dual-color/dual-material expansion capabilities, it offers a refined, hands-off resin printing experience for demanding hobbyists, artists, and engineering professionals.

Specifications

• Print Technology: Masked Stereolithography (MSLA / LCD)
• LCD Display: 10.1-inch monochrome LCD screen (14K resolution)
• XY Resolution: 16.8 × 24.8 µm
• Build Volume: 223 × 126 × 230 mm
• Z-Axis System: Dual linear rails with an industrial-grade precision ball screw
• Layer Thickness Range: 0.02 – 0.15 mm
• Print Speed: 25–35 mm/h (standard resin at 0.05 mm layer height)
• Light Source: COB (Chip-on-Board) + Aspherical Fresnel Lens + Uniformity Algorithm (Light uniformity >92%)
• Light Intensity: ~5000 µW/cm²
• Release Film: Wave Release Film / NFEP
• Resin Vat: ≤ 1 L thermal-controlled / dynamic heating vat
• Leveling System: Auto-Leveling 3.0 with physical feedback
• Build Platform: Precision-ground steel build plate with quick-latch mounting
• AI Monitoring & Sensors: Residue detection, resin level sensor, bottom layer separation inspection, build plate install check, and integrated onboard camera
• Control Screen: 4.5-inch touchscreen
• Enclosure Cover: Stepless smooth hinged lid (>45°)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), Ethernet LAN, USB 2.0, Anycubic App
• Compatible Materials: Standard, High-Speed, Water-Washable, ABS-Like, Plant-Based, and ultra-viscous resins (up to 8,000 cps)
• Power Consumption: 215 W
• Dimensions & Weight: 366 × 338 × 539 mm; 13.6 kg

Features

• 14K Monochrome Display & Fresnel Optics: Combines an ultra-dense 14K LCD screen with an aspherical Fresnel lens and COB light array to achieve over 92% light uniformity and sharp 16.8 × 24.8 µm micro-detail.
• Thermally Controlled Dynamic Resin Vat: An integrated heating system keeps resin at optimal curing temperatures, dramatically improving print success rates in cold environments and enabling the use of thick, engineering-grade resins rated up to 8,000 cps.
• Wave Release Separation Technology: Employs advanced wave peel motion and optimized release film to significantly reduce peel force and mechanical stress between layers, minimizing layer shifts and support tear-outs.
• Industrial-Grade Motion Architecture: Uses a precision-ground steel platform paired with dual linear guide rails and an industrial ball screw for smooth, repeatable Z-axis motion without Z-wobble or layer banding.
• Intelligent AI Sensor Suite & Camera: Built-in AI detection inspects the vat for cured debris/residues before the plate lowers, monitors resin levels, alerts users to bottom-layer detachment failures, and provides real-time video monitoring and time-lapses.
• Tool-Free Quick Latch Assembly: Both the build platform and the resin vat use quick-release mechanical latches instead of traditional thumbscrews, streamlining installation and cleanup.
• Stepless Hinged UV Cover: An integrated hinge design allows the protective cover to stay open at any angle above 45°, removing the need to find counter space to set down a bulky lift-off lid.

Common Applications

• High-Detail Miniatures & Collectibles: Intricate tabletop miniatures, large-scale character busts, display figures, and detailed terrain pieces.
• Engineering & Functional Prototypes: Mechanical housings, snap-fit components, and functional parts requiring high-viscosity tough or ABS-like photopolymers.
• Jewelry & Investment Casting: Master patterns, intricate filigree rings, and pendants utilizing high-resolution castable resins.
• Dental Study & Diagnostic Models: Orthodontic study models, crown prep models, and clear aligner patterns requiring tight dimensional tolerances across a 6.5 L build volume.
• Prop Making & Scale Modeling: Scale model aftermarket parts (cockpit details, wheel wells) and cinematic prop elements.

Usage Tips

• Preheat Before Printing: If printing in cooler ambient environments or working with viscous engineering resins, activate the vat heating feature a few minutes ahead of time to thin the resin and promote layer bonding.
• Leverage AI Residue Detection: Keep the vat's residue detection active; if a print fails or detaches, the sensor prevents the plate from driving downward into hardened resin chips and puncturing the LCD screen.
• Hollow Large Prints & Add Vent Holes: With a 223 × 126 mm footprint, large solid cross-sections produce massive suction forces. Always hollow thick models (1.8–2.5 mm wall thickness) and position drain/air-escape holes close to the build plate.
• Clean the Ground Steel Plate Thoroughly: Because the precision-ground steel plate holds resin on its upper edges, angle it over the vat or use a drip hanger after a print finishes to let excess resin drain back before washing.
• Calibrate Resin Profiles via App/Slicer: Utilize the built-in Anycubic resin presets in Photon Workshop (or your preferred slicer) as a baseline, and run a quick calibration matrix (such as the XP2 Validation Matrix or Cones of Calibration) to dial in sub-micron exposure timings for your specific resin batch.