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22 µm (1152 ppi) Ultra-High Resolution

7.1” LCD Phrozen 3D Sonic Mini 8K

With a 7.1 inch mono LCD screen and 18 cm Z-axis, the Sonic Mini 8K is perfect for printing extremely intricate miniatures, bust sculpts, and more!

What is 3D Printing?

3D printing or additive manufacturing is a process of making three dimensional solid objects from a digital file.

The creation of a 3D printed object is achieved using additive processes. In an additive process an object is created by laying down successive layers of material until the object is created. Each of these layers can be seen as a thinly sliced cross-section of the object.

3D printing is the opposite of subtractive manufacturing which is cutting out / hollowing out a piece of metal or plastic with for instance a milling machine. 3D printing enables you to produce complex shapes using less material than traditional manufacturing methods.

In recent years we have seen rapid change in the 3D printing market, following technological advancements. No longer confined to the world of hobbyists, these highly capable desktop machines have developed into tools which are essential for business.

Quickly becoming the go-to tool for prototyping and product development, 3D printers have expanded across industries such as manufacturing, jewellery, dentistry, to name a few.

Should I be using an FDM or Resin Printer?

There are different kinds of printers which can make 3D printing a daunting proposition for newcomers. FDM 3D printing is a specific 3D printing technology which works by extruding and depositing layers of melted thermoplastic filament on a print bed. Layers build one at a time until the part is complete. A very simple comparison would be that of a hot glue gun.

‘Resin printing’ is more of an umbrella term for a number of 3D printing technologies that fall within the additive manufacturing category of vat polymerisation. The differences between types of resin printers lie in how the light is generated and applied to the resin. Resin 3D printers have become vastly popular for their ability to produce high-accuracy parts in a range of advanced materials, with a wide range of optical, mechanical, and thermal properties.

15” Mono-LCD Screen

SONIC MEGA 8K

The largest Mono-LCD printing area on the market, producing 3D models that are almost twice as detailed (43µm) as other large-scale 3D printers.

Crisp & Sharp Prints

SONIC MIGHTY 8K

Mass-produce all your models with ultra-high 8K resolution, regardless of size or scale! The intuitive design of the Mighty 8K makes it suitable for all.