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Monoprice Select Mini Review 2022
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Let’s say you’re in the market for a budget 3D printer. It’s tough: there are models that are vastly overpriced, models that have to be manually assembled from parts, and some that simply aren’t good enough to justify even a very low price. What if you saw a printer far less expensive than the rest? Would you trust it?
Maybe you should. We’re talking, of course, about the Monoprice Select Mini. It’s an absolutely tiny printer designed for people looking to explore the world of 3D printing, without breaking the bank. So how does it hold up? Let’s find out!
| Filament Diameter | 1.75mm |
| Extruders | 1 |
| Supported Materials | PLA, ABS, HIPS, PVA, TPU |
| Connectivity | USB, SD Card |
| Printing Speed | 55mm/s |
| Build Volume | 4. |
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Design
This printer’s design is about as simple as they come. It has a single extruder, and prints onto a heated bed. The build area is, as you’d expect, fairly small – roughly the size of a can of Coke. Still, this is about average for a printer in this price range, so there are no complaints on this front.
Since this printer is designed for beginners, we were pleased to see that it ships fully assembled and pre-calibrated. In fact, thanks to the four-post leveling system, you shouldn’t have to calibrate it too often. Instead, you can focus on the fun part: actually printing things.
You can control this printer either with a PC or directly, using the built-in screen to select models for printing. There’s also a USB port and SD card slot, and the printer actually includes a USB stick with models so you can get printing right away.
Printing
The first thing you should know is that the Select Mini is slow.
Its top speed is about half as fast as its rivals, and worse, it tends to fail when running even at that. You’ll be far better served with a slow and steady approach. This seems to create the most consistent, high-quality models.
Now, bear in mind that this is a budget 3D printer. Despite this, we found its prints come out looking pretty good! Sure, you can still see the layers, and intricate details aren’t replicated all that well, but with a little patience (and post-processing), you’ll find you can actually do quite a lot with the Select Mini.
Budget 3D printers tend to have one characteristic in common: lack of versatility. You can expect to print with PLA, maybe ABS too, at best. Incredibly, the Monoprice Select Mini supports both of these materials, as well as HIPS, PVA, and TPU. It’s not even limited to using a proprietary filament, so you can really go wild.
Features
Part of this printer’s appeal is its simplicity. As such, it doesn’t have many advanced features to speak of.
Rather, it tries to make things as easy for new users as possible. Take software, for instance: it works with Cura, Repetier, Simplify3D, and most other popular modeling or slicing programs.
As you grow more comfortable using a 3D printer, you might want to add some upgrades. The Select Mini is perfect for this, since its inner workings are easily accessible, and its firmware easily flashed. In fact, we’ve found guides for everything from changing the hot end to adding wireless functionality.
If you’ve used a 3D printer before, it’s unlikely that this model will blow you away. It’s aimed at beginners and has a price point to match, after all. However, if you’re completely new to printing and just want something to tinker with as you learn, there are a few models better than this one.
Cost
So how much do you think this printer costs? Brace yourself – it actually retails for around $190, making it among the cheapest 3D printers we’ve seen. Now, it’s not available directly from Monoprice anymore since they’ve released the Mini v2 for the same price.
However, it can still be picked up by third-party retailers.
The freedom to use third-party filament means you can keep your material costs down. Evidently, if you want to print often, this will increase to some degree, but since there’s no support for exotic filaments, things shouldn’t get too out of hand.
This printer is perfectly priced and has enough versatility to corner the low-end market. Frankly, we’re amazed that this isn’t the go-to recommendation for people looking to get into 3D printing for the first time.
Support
Despite its low prices, Monoprice offers a 30-day money back guarantee on all its printers. Once you’ve committed to keeping the unit, a year-long limited warranty takes effect. This is pretty good coverage, especially since there’s no risk of breaking anything during assembly.
On the other hand, Monoprice only offers basic troubleshooting tips and 3D printing tutorials in its support section. You can use the ticket system, email, phone, or live chat to get more detailed help.
Our only issue is that the returns link only works on some pages, throwing an error on others.
Honestly, this level of support was unexpected. Too often, low-end 3D printers try to sell their product and then wash their hands of it. That’s clearly not the case with Monoprice, and for that, we applaud them.
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Delivery within EU will be shipped by FedEx International Economy.
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Review of the classic Anycubic Photon Mono
3D resin 3D printer In recent years, models that print using LCD technology have begun to appear on the retail 3D printer market.
And, as ironic as it may sound, this step is a return to basics, because the first 3D printer worked on SLA technology. The only differences from the pioneer in this field are lower cost, ease of operation and improved print quality. That is why many companies have begun to take the first steps in the field of home photopolymer printers. One of the first such devices is the Anycubic Photon Mono. Its appearance was a shock to many: excellent quality, incomparable with FDM technology and high print speed. Because of such a spectacular appearance, he received the fame of “the classic first photopolymer printer”. But, unlike the FDM market, where the “classic first printer” often changes, this model still retains its title. And in this review, you'll find out why.
Equipment
Like any Anycubic product, this model comes in a well-protected box. Having opened it, we can immediately see a sheet of paper, which is subsequently used to calibrate the table, instructions and a box with additional tools.
The small box contains:
The latter contains all the necessary information to get started.
Contents of the small box
After removing the top of the package, you can see the yellow protective screen, packed in a thick film.
Having removed the screen, we get access to the remaining details: the table and the bath. To remove the protective bag from the screen, you need to turn it over and pull out the cardboard square from the bottom. Behind it, the open part of the package is hidden. The assembly consists in attaching the table to the printer and calibrating it.
Anycubic Photon Mono assembled
Main features
Despite its modest appearance, this model has good data, especially when compared with any FDM 3D printers:
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Print area size - 130x80x165 mm
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Accuracy along the XY axes - 0.
051 mm -
Z-axis accuracy - 0.01 mm
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Print speed - up to 50 mm/h
Despite the relatively small print area, this model has a standard speed for photopolymer printers. And the ultraviolet wavelength of 405 nm allows you to work with most of the photopolymers used. Unusual is the use of not classic MiniSD and MicroSD memory cards, but the more popular USB connector. A relatively small power supply will not take up much space. Next, we will consider the main elements of this model in great detail.
Body and mechanics
Unlike early home resin printers, the Anycubic Photon Mono is made entirely of metal. The only exceptions are the bath and the screen. Moreover, the latter is coated with an ultraviolet filter. This allows you to safely look at the printing process of the model. There is also a mechanism for checking the position of the screen in the form of a sticker on its back. This further enhances safety during the printing process.
On the same side of the main body there are holes for ventilation of the electronic filling and a power connector.
Power connector and safety sticker
On the left side is the power switch, USB connector, as well as basic information about the printer.
Power switch and connector
On the front is a screen at a slight angle. This increases the convenience of using it. At the same time, the screen is in a recess, which reduces the likelihood of damage in any way. In addition, there is a protective film on the screen for transportation and storage.
Screen Anycubic Photon Mono
The mechanics are also completely made of metal. To move the table, one motor and a trapezoidal hairpin are used. The table itself moves along the rail, which allows you to increase the accuracy of printing the model and reliability.
Z-axis mechanics
The simplest optical sensor is used as a limit switch, in which a thin steel plate is an obstacle to the path of light.
Z-axis end
The fastening of the table to the Z axis is made in the form of one clamping screw, and its adjustment is provided by four screws on both sides of the bracket, pressed by the previously mentioned screw.
Table attachment to Z axis
Matrix
When you open it for the first time, you can see the protective film. The resolution of the matrix in this model is relatively large - as much as 2560 x 1620 pixels, otherwise called 2K. This pixel density allows for incredible quality, comparable to factory-made casting or injection molding.
Anycubic Photon Mono Sensor
Tray
The frame of the bath itself consists of heavy-duty plastic, resistant to photopolymer. From the factory, the film is delivered clean and perfectly stretched, which allows you to start printing right out of the box if you have a photopolymer.
On one of the corners, recesses are made for convenient draining of resin residues. The tray is fixed to the base in the form of two screws pressing it against the screen, thereby completely eliminating the possibility of a gap between the film and the matrix.
Anycubic Photon Mono Tray
For convenience, on one side there is a marking indicating the remaining amount of photopolymer in the bath.
Applications and examples
Due to its high print quality, this printer is used where the precision of manual work or FDM technology is no longer enough. For example, in jewelry. The essence of the method lies in the fact that the model is first printed, then it is placed in a plaster mold if the printout is from a burnable polymer or in silicone if it is from model plastic, after which metal is poured into the mold through special channels. The jeweler only needs to remove the excess metal at the casting site and polish the resulting workpiece.
In some cases, for the manufacture of special jewelry, only photopolymer 3D printers can achieve the required accuracy and unusual shape.
Jewelery made using the printed model casting method
Also, due to the high quality, photopolymer printers are used in the manufacture of character figures. A big advantage of SLA technology is the ability to print "hanging" elements, which greatly simplifies the post-processing of the model.
Figure printed on Anycubic Photon Mono without post-processing
Print examples
Unlike FDM 3D printers, models printed using LCD technology do not have an overt texture. Only upon close inspection can one notice the “pixelated” relief, which is easily removed using manual processing, sandblasting or using a thin layer of soil. For example, the following model was processed using the last method.
And in the next photo, the model is without post-processing.
With the help of transparent polymers, you can get the effect of a “magic crystal”.
All of the above models were printed on Anycubic Photon Mono without any modifications or improvements.
Total
Despite the low cost, Anycubic Photon Mono has high print quality, great reliability and wide application possibilities. Safety is ensured not only by passive methods, such as a screen with an ultraviolet filter, but also by active ones (controlling the position of the protective screen). In addition to these advantages, this model has a simple design that facilitates maintenance and repair. Due to the great popularity of this model in both business and hobby, you can easily find a large number of instructions, tips and methods for solving problems on the Internet.
NOVAPRINT 3D | Member of the Skolkovo project
LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY "NOVAPRINT 3D"
Promtekh
About the company
A company developing innovative composite filaments for 3D printing using the FDM method.
Creation of composite thermoplastics that are comfortable to print even at home.
Main project: Durable coaxial filament for 3D printing.
Novaprint 3D also develops a line of composite filaments for engineering and industrial applications and printers for their efficient use.
Novaprint 3D team consists of 3 people. Shulga Evgeniy, founder and CEO of the Phd company in materials science.
Used by micro-enterprises, technology start-ups, SMBs, including automotive repair and custom 3D printing. Among them are "Dronoport", Izhevsk Plant of Thermal Equipment, ArtPlast Group of Companies, Makfa, TechnoShield, Cargo Drones, NPK OMEGA, as well as hundreds of satisfied private users of 3D printers throughout Russia.
The company conducts its activities in the regions
Moscow
Assessment of the company's maturity
3
CRL (Company Readiness LEVEL)
5
IRL (Investment Readance LELEL)
Project managers
9000 9000Business Model
Business to Business to Consumer (B2B2C) Business to Consumer (B2C) Business to Business (B2B)
Project Description
We manufacture coaxial filament for FDM 3D printers.
Our first product is a filament consisting of a polyamide core reinforced with short glass fiber (which gives the material mechanical strength and low thermal shrinkage) and an outer protective layer made of polymer with graphene (which significantly reduces the hygroscopicity and abrasiveness of glass fiber). In the future, we intend to expand the range of products.
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Financial indicators
Balance
Taxes
Number
Marketing materials
| 2019 | |
| Know-how completed 1 | |
Events
2020
Member Information about the company
Founders
ZAKHAROV ALEKSEY ALEKSANDROVICH
40%
SHULGA EVGENIY
60%
Share capital
0003
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