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The video provides a thorough review of the Anycubic Photon Mono SE 3D printer, highlighting its robust construction, advanced features, and user experience. Key points include the metal exterior, dual linear rails, and a 2K monochrome screen that offers faster print times due to better light exposure and heat dissipation. The printer's user convenience is enhanced by well-placed power switches, USB ports, and Wi-Fi capabilities, although the lack of an Ethernet option is noted. The reviewer appreciates the improved build plate engineering, user-friendly leveling process, and the inclusion of a 3.5-inch color touchscreen. Despite some issues with resin color uniformity, the print quality is praised, particularly with detailed prints like jewelry and miniatures. The reviewer suggests that while the Mono SE is an excellent printer, it may not be a significant upgrade over the Photon S unless the user values speed and metal construction. They also express a desire for a future model with a 4K mono screen. Overall, the Anycubic Photon Mono SE is regarded as a solid, reliable 3D printer with high-quality output.
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In this part of the video, the reviewer provides an overview and initial impressions of the Anycubic Photon Mono SE 3D printer. The printer arrived well-packaged and nearly fully assembled, with only the build plate and doorknob needing attachment. The exterior features UV-resistant clear yellow side panels with removable opaque panels to protect against UV rays, which the reviewer prefers to keep in place. The reviewer appreciates the metal exterior, an improvement over the Photon S plastic cover. Inside the printer, there’s robust metallic engineering with a drive screw, dual linear rails for stability, and carbon air filters to reduce resin odors.
The printer also boasts a new 2K monochrome screen and improved lighting matrix for more uniform light exposure and better heat dissipation, promising faster print times. User convenience is enhanced by positioning the power switch and USB port on the right side and the Wi-Fi antenna outside the unit, avoiding potential resin spills. The Mono SE includes Wi-Fi capabilities, similar to the Mono X, but lacks an Ethernet option. There’s also a vented access panel at the rear and another access panel on the left side of the printer.
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In this segment of the video, the reviewer inspects the build plate of a 3D printer, noting that it’s well-engineered and perfectly flat. They mention a preference for larger hex bolts over the single grub screw used, as they are less fiddly. The resin tray is metal, and the reviewer appreciates the new max level indicator, previously critiqued in an earlier model. The printer features a 3.5-inch color touchscreen with large text, making it user-friendly. The leveling process is demonstrated using a piece of paper and involves setting the plate against the screen and securing it. The reviewer explains that the leveling can be awkward due to limited space and suggests a preference for a fully removable top instead of hinged doors. Leveling completion involves pressing the Z equal zero button. Instructions and a user manual are available on the provided USB stick, along with a test print file. The segment concludes with the reviewer preparing to test print using black resin sent by Anycubic.
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In this part of the video, the reviewer discusses the quality and characteristics of a resin and the Anycubic printing experience. Despite the satisfactory print quality after cleaning and UV curing, the resin color is patchy, and deposits accumulate in the Anycubic washing cure basket. The video highlights the inclusion of a ‘rerf’ file by Anycubic, designed to fine-tune resin exposure settings. However, it has design flaws, such as improper labeling, making it difficult to identify the correct exposure levels. Modifying the file causes it to become unusable, requiring a replacement from Anycubic. The reviewer suggests integrating this concept into the Photon Workshop software for broader resin testing. Test prints with a particular black resin at 1.5 seconds exposure yielded impressive detail, but the color remains uneven. The reviewer plans further jewelry test prints to evaluate performance.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses finding a detailed ring design on Thingiverse, which they modified to improve printing ease by reducing overhangs and adding raft and supports. They praised the resultant print quality and shared the modified file on Thingiverse. Additionally, they showcased 32mm miniatures and a monstrous figure from Archfield and Games, highlighting the good print quality achieved with gray primer. The speaker reviewed the Anycubic Photon Mono SE printer, noting its solid construction, dual linear rails, 2k monochrome screen for faster printing, and features enhancing user convenience like carbon filters, strategically placed switches, sockets, and a larger menu display.
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In this part of the video, the reviewer discusses their thoughts on the Anycubic Mono SE printer. They note the inclusion of Wi-Fi but express a preference for USB sticks or ethernet cables due to reliability concerns. The reviewer mentions that the printer’s enclosure is somewhat restrictive but acknowledges that some people appreciate hinged tops. They suggest that Anycubic could improve accessibility by adopting a design similar to the Frozen Sonic 4K lid. Overall, the Anycubic Mono SE is praised as a quality printer without significant drawbacks, though it is not a substantial upgrade over the Photon S. The reviewer advises current Photon S owners that upgrading may not be worth it unless speed and metal construction are crucial factors. They express a desire for a 4K mono screen in future models. Despite this, the Mono SE is deemed capable of producing high-quality prints and is considered a solid option in the market.