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My Favorite 3D Printing Resin Washing and Curing Station

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Oh-ho-ho! For those of us using resin 3D printers, things get easier. If you're new to printing with resin, the bottom line is this:

After you've printed your model, you need to rinse it to remove excess resin, and then cure it with UV light. Ideally, you want to limit exposure to uncured resin. nine0053

I recently got an EPAX X1 3D printer and everything I used to wash and cure my prints was handmade.

I used a cucumber basket to wash the prints in alcohol. To be honest, I still use it to do the initial dipping of prints before putting them in the washer.

I used either the sun or a bad UV lamp for curing. I had to flip the print over to get it cured on all sides. nine0053

If you're on a tight budget, you can get by with these items. I'm sure you can even make a cool curing station yourself.

If you want everything to run smoothly and be much easier, safer and cleaner, get a rinsing and curing station.

My favorite all-in-one machine is the Elegoo Mercury. Although in reality they are all the same.

Wash station makes prints much cleaner than my pickle basket. The curing station has a fashionable turntable and the prints cure quickly and evenly. nine0053

With this thing, I would never go back to manual washing and curing. For me, it paid off in terms of time savings and quality prints.

The prints just look and feel better when they are passed through the station! (P.S. I'm lazy and this is much easier).

So let's move on to your options and my thoughts:

The Best All-In-One Wash and Curing Stations

The easiest way to finish your resin 3D printing is to use an all-in-one wash and cure station. nine0053

These devices wash the print in a cleaning solution and then cure the form with UV light.

Elegoo Mercury

The Elegoo Mercury Plus 2-in-1 Wash and Curing Station allows you to complete your 3D printing with one machine.

This option is compatible with most SLA/DLP/LCD 3D printers including Elegoo, Mars or Photon.

However, please note that when using a washable water resin, it is better to rinse the model under running water rather than using this self-cleaning device. nine0053

This station makes it easy to clean models, either individually or together, with the included assembly plate, which prevents contact with uncured resin.

You can adjust the height of the bracket according to the amount of liquid in the bucket.

Curing takes place with UV lamps (eight 385nm and eight 405nm) and a 360° rotatable turntable for even curing.

You can keep track of curing times thanks to the 0.96" TFT LCD screen.

Set the timer from 0 to 30 minutes or set the machine for washing or curing with simple buttons on the front panel.

If the lid is lifted during operation, the machine switches off automatically and emits a shrill beep.

When closed, the lid blocks 99.95% of UV rays for maximum eye protection.

This combination station has a maximum wash volume of 125 x 85 x 160 mm and a maximum curing limit of 140 x 165 mm. nine0053

Pros:

• Wash/curing combination allows one machine to be used.
• 360° rotatable turntable ensures even curing.
• 0.96 inch LCD screen makes it easy to keep track of the remaining time.
• UV protection through lid.
• Multiple UV lamp beads make curing quick and easy.

Cons:

• Not suitable for washing 3D models that use water-washable resins. nine0006
• Limited to 30 minutes rinse or cure.

Anycubic

The Anycubic Wash and Curing Station is equipped with a 360° rotating turntable with built-in UV lamps (405 nanometers), bottom reflector and no dead ends for thorough curing.

At the bottom of the station, a propeller causes the solution to form a tornado funnel that reverses direction halfway through the wash cycle to ensure your print is thoroughly cleaned. nine0053

Cleaning can be done by placing the model directly in the basket or by hanging it on a stand or basket.

The timer can be set from one to 60 minutes using the rotary knob, allowing you to set the wash and cure times for individual projects.

Although the lid is transparent, it blocks out up to 99.95% of UV rays, ensuring safe operation and fast curing of the resin.

Compatible with most SLA/DLP/LCD 3D printers, including NOVA, Mars, QIDI Shadow and other resin printers, the Anycubic station helps simplify the process of creating 3D models while saving space. nine0053

This station has a maximum flush size of 120 x 74 x 165 millimeters and a maximum curing limit of 140 x 165 millimeters.

Pros:

• Anti-UV hood blocks most UV rays.
• Works with most 3D printers.
• Propeller washer provides better cleaning.
• The timer operates up to 60 minutes, which allows you to increase the washing and polymerization time.

Cons:

• A strong wash cycle can damage small parts.

Creality Washing and Curing Machine

The Creality All-in-One Washing and Curing Station uses two rows of 18 dual-range 385nm and 405nm lamps plus nine LED lamps to cure 3D prints.

Rotating platform with 360° reflective coating increases curing time due to a larger irradiation area.

Safety features include an automatic stop if the lid is opened during curing, a secure lid that allows cleaning solution to be reused, and a cleaning fan that reduces odors. nine0053

With this machine you get a large washing basket measuring 190 x 154 x 200 millimeters, capable of cleaning large structures.

You can use the wash basket to store your models separately or wash them all together using the build platform. The platform is regulated.

Another significant advantage is the ability to adjust the timer from two to 90 minutes for washing and curing.

The large LED touch screen allows you to set the washing or curing control, speed and time. nine0053

The speed can be selected from fast, normal or slow. Slow mode prevents fragile products from being damaged by strong impact.

Pros:

• Three speeds.
• Individual wash/treat time up to 90 minutes.
• Adjustable platform.
• Largest container for big projects.

Cons:

• Noisy operation.

3D resin curing stations

Some people prefer to use DIY or separate washing and curing stations. Resin models require a UV light source for proper curing.

Curing stations have built-in LED lights that allow models to cure faster than if they were in the sun.

They also block UV rays from escaping from the inside. Some of them have a reflective inner surface to increase cure time. nine0053

Elegoo

The Elegoo mercury curing machine is equipped with a turntable that works by absorbing UV light instead of batteries and an LED screen to keep track of the remaining curing time.

Inside the machine, a reflective sheet focuses the light from two 405nm LED strips (14 LEDs in total) for stronger and faster curing.

You can set the time from 0 seconds to 9 1/2 minutes. nine0053

The through window allows you to observe the polymerization process, while blocking ultraviolet rays, which ensures safe operation.

Overall canister size is 5.90" (150mm) long x 8.66" (30mm) high with a maximum cure limit of 142" (150mm).

3.9" long, 1.81" high handle for easy transport.

Pluses:

• The turntable rotates without batteries. nine0006
• 14 LED lights provide faster curing.
• Adjustable cure time.

Cons:

• Cure time limited to 9 1/2 minutes.

Sunlu

This UV resin curing unit from Sunlu is compatible with standard 405nm DLP, LCD or SLA 3D printer resins.

This curing unit has six 405nm UV lamps in a single strip that provide a 360° rotating turntable at approximately 10 revolutions per minute. nine0053

The timer can be set from one second to six minutes. The optical filter does not allow ultraviolet rays to go beyond the box.

The outer box is 9" high by 9.2" long by 6.1" high by 6.6" long by 8" deep. The player has a diameter of 4.72 inches.

Pros:

• Cure time adjustable from zero to 6 minutes.
• Optical filter blocks 90% of UV rays.
nine0005 Fast curing.

Cons:

• One row of LED lamps may cure unevenly.

3D Resin Wash Station

3D resin prints require post-print cleaning to remove debris, dust, and excess detail.

Special wash stations make it easy to clean prints without the use of hazardous chemicals.

In addition, the wash stations allow you to reuse the cleaning solution in the future for additional projects. nine0053

Sovol Dedicated Wash Station

Sovol manufactures a dedicated wash station that is compatible with Sovol (or other brands) curing machines to create perfectly finished prints.

Cleaning basket holds your molds while washing. There is currently no way to install mold hanger brackets to reduce resin exposure.

7.2W motor creates a funnel that gently cleans the plate without damaging sensitive or fine prints. nine0053

The size of this cleaner is limited to 150 x 110 x 180 mm.

Simple push-button control, choice of five, 10 or 15 minutes, but does not allow precise minutes or seconds to be set.

Pros:

• Funnel wash gently cleans prints.
• The basket is adjustable to hold its shape while cleaning.
• Accommodates large projects.

Cons:

• It is not possible to set the exact flush time in seconds or minutes. nine0006

Lock & Lock Pickle Container

If buying a custom washer isn't your plan, you can DIY your own with this Pickle Container from Lock & Lock.

You will also need isopropyl alcohol (IPA) - 90% minimum.

This is a cheap DIY solution that can be used to wash prints in isopropyl alcohol.

Fill container with IPA, add your model and leave for three minutes. nine0053

Pros:

• Easy DIY solution.
• Affordable.

Cons:

• Needs to work with alcohol.

Related questions:

What is used to wash and clean resin 3D prints?

There are several ways to wash and clean 3D resin prints.

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