Perfect for the Beginner? - Anycubic Photon Mono 2 - First Review on YouTube

Anycubic has released its newest Resin 3D Printer for Beginners: the Anycubic Photon Mono 2
This video was inspired from channels like Nerdforge, Miniac Painting, Boylei Hobby Time, Real Terrain Hobbies, Uncle Jessy, Geek Gaming Scenics, Minibricks craft and Eric's Hobby Workshop. #intotheam
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0:00 - The Printer
3:00 - Minis
5:30 - Statues
9:35 - Thoughts

[@FacilityD20]

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[@joevespaziani]

I can’t thank you enough for this review! I’m a real noob at this and I picked up this printer as a present for my kids and I. The test print went fine but I couldn’t figure out why my sliced files wouldn’t show up when I tried to print… I noticed the file wasn’t the same and chat groups kept suggesting firmware update. I ended up finding your video and when you “chose” your printer in the slicing software I realized I had selected the wrong one : / Like I said - I’m a noob : ) Thank you my friend!

[@FacilityD20]

You are welcome, if you ever have a question just reach out to me and I will try to help.

[@ThornBismark]

Nice video and explanations for the beginners 3d printer journey

[@FacilityD20]

Thanks for the kind words. I like to go heavier on the experience and lighter on the details for these types of reviews.

[@thatonebattanian7593]

Thank you very much im about to buy this and your video is amazing so thank you again

[@neumann1940]

Probably i'm gonna buy 2 of these, it has an accuracy of 35 Microns on XY , and this small machine is a beast ,

[@jennabuckle8795]

Looks like a great desktop size printer! Nice review.

[@FacilityD20]

Thanks

[@tessanbriljant]

Thank you! Very informative and helpful! 😊🎉

[@FacilityD20]

You're welcome

[@adanomic949]

Hey i'm noticing you're having some issues with support removal/ yucky blemishes. Try soaking/running your print in hot water from the sink for a minute or so before trying to remove those. I think you will be much happier with your results. The supports will just fall off.

[@FacilityD20]

Thanks for the tips!

[@robertpenduck8455]

Amazing Quality iv got the Anyqupic photon SE

[@FacilityD20]

Nice. How do you like it?

[@slowcypher7415]

Sick jinx print!! Really like the new printer aswell

[@FacilityD20]

Thanks man!

[@donniem7979]

dang I love that model with the chainsaw arm

[@FacilityD20]

Nice hey

[@gameon_ct]

I might buy this just because of you

[@FacilityD20]

Do it

[@akumaking1]

Looks great!

[@FacilityD20]

Thanks

[@robsonribeiro7552]

This Mono looks really really cool! I have the first one and it's a fantastic, super beginners friendly printer. I believe just watching the video, model 2 is following the same direction. Excellent video as always dude!

[@FacilityD20]

Thank you

[@assift1246]

I'd like to buy one, some friends tell me that printing smells a lot. Is it true ?

[@robsonribeiro7552]

@@assift1246 yes it does. Event water washable or eco resins still some smell. I leave my print at an unfinished room on my basement and I put it inside a enclosure to hold much as possible the smell (also resin is toxic, always use a respirator).

[@assift1246]

@@robsonribeiro7552 Thanks for the fast reply, then i guess i'll wait to move in a bigger flat before buying one x)

[@robsonribeiro7552]

@@assift1246 you can take a look on some specific reviews about 3D resin printing in general and see the needs and what you should care about it. I hope it works for you, it's a such nice hobby =).

[@donniem7979]

I have two of these... Zero fails since receiving. This is the best printer I have ever owned... and I have tried every "Budget" printer released . This sucker can print up to 8k quality with the right resin. Bonkers. I'm getting 10s bottom layer sticks with 3 layers and no transitions... 1.8s exposure... I have not seen detail like this until the recent 8k popped... this printer is an absolute legendary super saiyan that folks need to grab up before anycubic realizes they have perfection for sub 150.

[@FacilityD20]

Nice! I have to agree its been a little Rockstar so far

[@TheCalaudio]

what slicer do you use? The workshop left me with terrible pieces, the supports left many marks!

[@donniem7979]

@@TheCalaudio I start with Lychee free/pro and I use Danny Weng's support measurements that he has shown on two of his videos now. Once I am done supporting (after checking for islands) I then slice/save the stl in Lychee as an OBJ or STL, and open the file in to the newest Anycubic Photon Workshop program (one that came on the sd drive provided)... Boom make sure it fits, slice it up, and set that sucker on it's way. I leave most of the stuff at default unless it's really warm in my garage and then I can bump the bottom exposure (plate adhesion) down to 18 seconds, and the normal exposure (model/support builder) to around 2s. I also like my printer to move slowly from the bed which it seems they already configured such a timing in the general settings. I like 60mm/s-80mm/s when rising from each normal layer cure because dealing with failures just ain't my goal.

[@pitbullash]

What type of resin do you use for minis?

[@DarrenMalin]

I have the 1st one the 'Mono ' it is a very good printer. The screen protector is worth it weight in gold. I have has to replace a screen because I did not have a screen protector.

[@FacilityD20]

I agree

[@gnarawadeyt]

If you have selected a 3D model for printing, is there any calculation on how to decide how much resin to take for it, please tell me, thanks.

[@defdeez8371]

Do you know how to install a limit spacer on this , i printed one from wham bam but there is no description how to install this exactly?

[@trekmanmo8551]

Does one have to have the alcohol bath and uv system?

[@superhumanlee]

I can seem to stop the models sticking to the FEP Screen , any tip on how to stop this? its driving me mental!

[@robinphillips3817]

Just both this for my aspiring engineer son. His first 3d printer.

[@FacilityD20]

As a fellow engineer, I think this is a great hobby to learn that is going to have a lot of practical applications in the future.

[@lazylime]

The lines from the batman model actually comes from the angle you printed them. They were all parrallel with the z axe which made the models compress. So that's why the pieces are a bit off. Try to give your pieces an angle and try to never make them face the build plate!🤪

[@HighBeanz]

Could you possibly do a video on this because this is kinda confusing?

[@lazylime]

@@HighBeanz yeah sure🙌 I'll keep that in mind. I've been busy lately with life but great idea!

[@FacilityD20]

Thanks for the tips

[@BlueMouse_pl]

great video, I have one question - does the table fit into the washing device (so that the table can be inserted together with the printout) because I found information somewhere on the forum that it doesn't fit, in mono 4k it fit without a problem.

[@FacilityD20]

Good question, i didn't try this, but I dont think so. I think the build plate is bigger then my wash and cure tub. However, i know that there are bigger wash and cure machines out there, that you could definitely do that.

[@dent0osh]

Thank you. Such an amazing review! But can someone print detailed multiple colors figure with it?

[@FacilityD20]

No, sorry

[@walterzimmerman421]

Any plans to test out the new Mars 4 DLP? I'd love to see how it compares with this one in terms of new user friendliness.

[@FacilityD20]

Unfortunately I haven't developed a relationship with Elegoo yet, so I don't have access to their printers.

[@NatesMiniatures]

Starting to get a print factory going on there mate

[@FacilityD20]

I think so at this point haha

[@robertlaplante8812]

I had two 3D printers: a Crality LD-002H and Elegoo Mars 2 Pro . Both printers had great reviews in KZbin and elsewhere at the time I bought them. Both printers break down after a few months of use and I was unable to fix them even with the help of the manufacturers and the replacement parts they sent me. As you have posted your review about a year ago, can you please tell me if it’s still working? Have you use it a lot? Will that printer last?

[@FacilityD20]

Yes I still have it and use it from time to time. It still work great for me. However I use my Phrozen printer almost everyday and that thing is amazing

[@AFV85]

Got mine today I just got the mono 4k 3 weeks ago but needed a second so got this! What I was wondering the software can I install it and still keep the original one I've got on my computer for the 4k? I got the white and purple thumb drive with both of mine I've heard alot stories about that red one but the white and purple one I've not had any issues with yet anyway

[@FacilityD20]

What slicer are you using, you should be able to load in the two printer profiles

[@TKs3DPrints]

little tip with the supports. after washing the models use a hair dryer to dry the model this will heat up the supports and allow the contact points to come clean away from the model. just watch out near small parts. but it always leaves a nice clean model. :)

[@Oozaru85]

Thats why I prefer water washable resin. Drop the prints into warm water for a minute or so and the supports will come off almost on their own. Its also less smelling and toxic than that horrible IPA.

[@lazylime]

​​​@@Oozaru85you can rinse any resin in water! :) i do it every time prior to rinsing them in methyl hydrate! (Which is like 5$ CA and doesn't smell at all)🤪 just have to wear gloves because it can be irritating for the skin but i've work quite a lot with this liquid back when i was a painter and it never burned my skin👌🏼 i recommand it if someday you want to try other resin :)

[@FacilityD20]

Thanks for thr tips! I will try that out

[@Oozaru85]

@@lazylime Thanks, but Im quite happy with the water washable ones. Methanol is also more toxic than IPA, so I would never use that instead, no matter how cheap it is.

[@catladygames_]

@@Oozaru85 No one encourages you to drink it... As for the fumes, you should wear mask no matter if you work with classical or water washable resin. The fact that the latter is absurdly high priced, doesn't mean it is safe to inhale. In fact, the odourlessness might be very deceiving.

[@Oozaru85]

I wonder if this one is the reason why Anycubic offered me the Photon M3 on a huge discount on ebay, lol. Oh whatever, love my M3 and don't regret taking that offer.

[@FacilityD20]

Probably

[@CropsyCon]

Hey! Super informative video, sorry if its a dumb question but I'm new in this topic and not really familiar with the process. So do I need a wash and cure station as well? Should I buy both of them the same time, because curing is the end phase of the process or is it avoidable? I don't wanna be a cheapjack, just trying to optimize the cost. Do you recommend any other supply to a noob what Photon Mono 2 base kit doesn't have in it? Thank you forward!

[@FacilityD20]

100%, you need to wash and cure the parts, it's part of the process. I highly recommend picking up a wash and cure machine they are cheap and effective at what they do. Also, you will need some 90% IPA, disposable gloves, paper towels, a metal scraper, a rubber scrapper, and finally I also highly recommend a wam bam matt, they are great for laying parts on while they are still soaking in resin because they clean up easy.

[@CropsyCon]

​@@FacilityD20 Thank you so much for the fast and helpful response, just found your channel but already love the content! Hope I can join the 3D printer community! :D Subscribed! Best wishes!

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

Nice looking printer! I may have to upgrade mine soon. :)

[@FacilityD20]

Thanks!!

[@danielmarch8435]

@@FacilityD20 You guys know each other? That accent gotta be NFLD!

[@FacilityD20]

@Daniel March Yes we are good friends and gaming buddies IRL

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

@@danielmarch8435 Whatta ya at Daniel? Yeah me and ole' Troy are best buds. :)

[@danielmarch8435]

@@NewfieMovieReactions Yeah bud. I’m a Caper. I was just working offshore in NFLD and I forgot how thick that accent is sometimes lol. Pretty mild in the vid but I know it’s in there!

[@morganhandly7804]

I have the photon mono 2 and I'm having difficulties with supports. I'm printing dollhouse miniatures and I'm confused, do I need to angle all my prints?? Most of them? Any of them?? I'm having many failed prints and want to give up. Please help!!!

[@FacilityD20]

I would suggest angling them yes. Flat surfaces are hard to print. Always try to position it to avoid it when you can. Also, when you use auto supports, try to follow up the print slice and look for unsupported islands, and manually add extra supports. (I show this in my latest video briefly)

[@shartslaw322]

So I've got the photon mono 2, and I've had issues with it (factory didn't do quality control on the vat and the fap sheet had a small hole in it) resin got inbetween the lcd screen and the mirror, and I replaced the lcd screen and separated the mirror from the old one, but now the prints come out terrible, and I don't understand why. At first when I replaced the lcd screen, all was fine then it started playing up, and I don't understand why, today it printed a small item as a thick block of resin, and I don't understand why. This may sound stupid, but does it matter, which was round the mirror is, as I'm worried that's the issue now.

[@FacilityD20]

I'm not sure, but I it sounds like if you painted a block of resin, you are not exposing correctly. I have seen that if you clip the wires into the new led wrong, that will happen... like you may have it reversed.

[@zakkcharette1911]

What kind of glue do you use to put minis together? is ti just gorilla glue? Also, after watching your review I will order this printer tomorrow. (You have had the best beginner friendly review) Thanks!!

[@FacilityD20]

Thank you so much, I like crazy glue gel the best.

[@1337FLINT.]

Hello, i'm newbie in 3d printing, is this enough to start printing in 1:64 diecast scale? i just know how to design the 3d model, but i really have no clue about the 3d printer it self. My purpose is mainly print 1:64 tires, also maybe the smallest i need to print is 1:64 side mirror. The size of it around 2 mm x 3 mm. Glad if you wanna answer my question, sorry for asking too much

[@FacilityD20]

Yes you can print that scale

[@AFV85]

I got the wash and cure and the mono 2 for £199 today its up to £338 I didn't need the wash amd cure as have one but it's a spare since came with it for the promotional price

[@FacilityD20]

That is a good deal!

[@VismantasKavaliauskas]

Hey! Great video! I'm looking for a printer for D&D games, but I want to have it cost-efficient. Is the alcohol cleaning, or whatever that thing is, necessary for resin printing?

[@thr33m0jo3]

I have this same question: Do i need to buy a uv cure thing and the alcohol cleaner in order to use this?

[@FacilityD20]

Yes 100% and I highly recommend it. You can get a duel unit from Anycubic for $99 it works great.

[@FacilityD20]

Yes, definitely. Anycubic has a duel unit for about $99

[@VesperSalvation]

Anyone know what the replacement specs are for the stepper motor and screw?

[@FacilityD20]

sorry...

[@TheCalaudio]

So that the print is not hollow, it is only laminated by default. Is it filled if I do not hollow it out?

[@FacilityD20]

There should be a setting on your slicer

[@goforitpainting]

Cool. 👍

[@FacilityD20]

Thanks.

[@user-qf3wm9ol2u]

So I am trying to get into 3d printing I like the videos on resin 3d printing. Should I go with a resin printer or a filament printer as a beginner? And some requests for a good one

[@FacilityD20]

What are you looking to print with primarily?

[@user-qf3wm9ol2u]

@@FacilityD20 well I think filament

[@starwolf7365]

The batman head you printed that you showed still had the support connected to the nose.

[@FacilityD20]

Yes, I screen grabbed the slicer program part of the video after I printed a few things, i learned more about the program as the week went on and started to use it more. I printed 2 batmans and 2 Jinx statues all together.

[@canaldaval8876]

Hello, Only use own slicer or can use Chitubox?

[@FacilityD20]

You can use Chitubox yes

[@3D_Lavochka]

How does the Fep film change on the Anycubic Photon Mono 2? Where can you buy?

[@FacilityD20]

Standard plate and screws on the bottom, replacements from anycubic, not sure on aftermarket yet. Such a new printer to market.

[@3D_Lavochka]

@@FacilityD20 Thanks for the answer, I did not expect another from Anycubic.

[@michaeldownar1625]

User What does the Price mean in the Any Cubic software program? price in resin of volume? price in electricity? what metrics does it use to calculate the cost to print?

[@FacilityD20]

Resin

[@greensmurf221]

Is the alcohol and UV curing process required? I'm new to all of this. If it is, where can I find this gear?

[@FacilityD20]

Yes, it is required. I would highly recommend the anycubic wash and cure station. It makes life easy. Check out Anycubics website.

[@greensmurf221]

@@FacilityD20 Awesome, thanks for the info ^_^

[@1937Brett]

Can you use the ABS like resin?

[@FacilityD20]

Yes, I have some, but mostly use standard

[@Echelon730]

I am debating the mono 2, but do I need the cure station for resin?

[@FacilityD20]

I would highly, highly recommend it. It's worth its weight in gold.

[@Echelon730]

@@FacilityD20 thanks 😊

[@rajathpawaskar]

Hello sir please tell me best 3d printer for jewellery on a budget

[@FacilityD20]

I would go with a mini 4k either from Anycubic or Phrozen.

[@the_beast_among_sheep]

This is the future. Screw ordering minis. I'll just buy the books and get one of these. Are there scanners ro so I can the models to look almost exactly like the real thing? I only plan on playing at my house with friends & family, so IDC if they're licensed minis or not. This is the first I ever hear of making my own minis

[@FacilityD20]

I agree, scanners are good, but there are 3d sculptors out there by the thousands making awesome shit

[@covenant05]

Quick question, how loud does this printer get? I live in an apartment and decided to go with a grow tent setup to ventilate fumes to the outside. But as for the sound I'm not sure if it would bother my neighbor.

[@FacilityD20]

It is almost silent.

[@covenant05]

@@FacilityD20 Thank you! Just started with 3d printing so you're video helped me a ton. Keep up the good work! Subscribed 😊

[@josefernandopadillatorrau8411]

Excelente

[@FacilityD20]

Thanka

[@AFV85]

Ohh whare dod you get Michael keaton batman? Deffo the best!

[@FacilityD20]

Can't remember google it and found it on a random site, cost me about $9

[@the8468]

whats the maximum size of the product that this can make?

[@FacilityD20]

Their website has a full list of specs.

[@yusufziyayilmaz5243]

do you think i should get photon mono 2 or halot one

[@FacilityD20]

Mono 2

[@yusufziyayilmaz5243]

@@FacilityD20 What is the most important reason?

[@FacilityD20]

@yusufziyayilmaz5243 personal experience, i found the anycubic printers to be well built and they are always tweeking and improving the designs

[@amaurythewarrior]

ok so with the discount it's barely more expensive than the 4k... i guess i'll have to wait to see it compared to the mars 3 from elegoo...

[@FacilityD20]

It is always good to compare similar machines!

[@bullier6192]

What if the resin runs out in the middle of the printing

[@FacilityD20]

The print will fail, the rest of the print will still finish but nothing will form

[@drewbakka5265]

does Lychee work for it?

[@FacilityD20]

Yes, I am not sure if you can download a profile for it yet, but you can create one, as I did in Chitubox as well.

[@hmmdoh7835]

what to do with the extra resins? u cant toss to drain ....

[@FacilityD20]

I toss or drain it haha

[@hmmdoh7835]

@@FacilityD20 oic but can you pour the extra liquids bak to the bottle for next print in future?

[@FacilityD20]

Oh yes that is what I do I only toss the supports and old dirty paper towels never any resin that is still liquid.@@hmmdoh7835

[@eekseye666]

What about vat? Is it plastic? Are the films changeable?

[@Oozaru85]

Considering the price its probably plastic. The FEPs are exchangable on every printer, afaik.

[@FacilityD20]

Yes they are interchangeable

[@konyik6667]

After you slicing, there is price about $7. What is that?

[@amaurythewarrior]

I haven't used resin but it should be like FDM, it calculates the quantity of material it's going to use and the price based on it, with the value you have entered. obviously when you print you already have the material but it's helpful to know how expensive your prints end up.

[@konyik6667]

@@amaurythewarrior owhh now i know. thank you so much👍👍

[@FacilityD20]

That was resin cost. However, it was less then shown as the resin cost pre-set into the machine was not correct.

[@konserwatywnykatolik]

vs Mono 4k?

[@FacilityD20]

Similar machines.

[@alexburger5940]

HOW MUCH RESIN DO I PUT!?😭😭😭

[@FacilityD20]

up to the max fill line

[@FreakStreakGameMachine]

7k $?

[@FacilityD20]

No

[@EchoMirage72]

This is a tiny baby.

[@FacilityD20]

Desktop Size!