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Mars 5

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Photon M3 Plus

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Estimated price $199,00 $430,00
Manufacturer Elegoo Anycubic
Release Year 2024 2022
Print Volume [mm] 143x89x150 197x122x245
Printer Size [mm] 230x230x433 290x360x475
Weight [kg] 6,6 11
Power Loss Recovery NO NO
Technology MSLA LCD
Screen Resolution 4k 6k
Max Print Speed ​​[s/layer] 1 1
Maximum Resolution [mm] 0,01 0,01
Processor
Display Touchscreen 3,5'' Display touchscreen 4,3''
Power Supply 150 W
Connectivity USB USB / Wi-Fi
Operating systems Windows, Max, Linux
Date of registration in the system 2025-04-23 2023-01-19
Release date 2024 2022
Extra features Elegoo Mars 5 features a 6.6” 4K monochrome LCD screen and 35um XY resolution, with auto-leveling and system check at startup. It includes smart sensors to alert for leveling failure, resin shortage, and residue detection. Using MSLA technology with a 405 nm COB light source, it also offers a 3.5” touch screen and supports various resins, including washable, ABS-like, and plant-based types. The Photon M3 Plus printer stands out for its automatic resin filling system, capable of keeping the tank always full. It offers wireless connectivity and support for the Anycubic Cloud app, allowing remote control and monitoring, including with an optional camera. Its 34-micron resolution, provided by a 9.25-inch monochrome LCD screen, ensures high-precision prints. Printing speed is remarkable, with a layer curing in 1.5 seconds. Other features include a large build volume, laser-etched build plate, and compatibility with a wash and cure station.
Support for multiple colors and materials (AMS and CFS) NO NO

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Cost-benefit 8 / 10 8 / 10
Hardware 1.8 / 10 2.8 / 10
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Print volume 3 / 10 3 / 10
Performance 9 / 10 9 / 10
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