Anycubic adds a new member to its M7 series, in this case the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max.
This new Anycubic Photon Mon M7 Max brings significant new features over the Anycubic Photon Mono M3 Max model of which it would be the evolution, but including many improvements from the M7 series that we could already see in our review of the excellent Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Pro.
The truth is that these new machines and generation of 3D printers are making a leap in reliability, quality and extra functions that are very useful for both novice and advanced users, especially considering the volume of printing.
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Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max
This Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max has a design in the line that we could already see in the rest of the models of the M7 series.
The Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max has an impressive print volume of 298x164x300 mm, 14.7 liters, with which we will be able to really large projects without the need to chop our parts with the extra work and problem that it entails.
In addition to this impressive print volume, Anycubic has integrated its UV optical system using LighTurbo 3.0 that we already saw in other M7 models.
Thanks to it, 90% light uniformity rates can be obtained, as well as a tolerance of between 0.01-0.05 mm, which are sensational values for a machine with these print volumes… and that will allow you to obtain precise, detailed and consistent objects.
However, at the level of the LCD panel we do not see great novelties if we compare it with its previous equivalent model, the Anycubic M3 Max. The Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max mounts a 13.6-inch monochrome panel with a 7K resolution (6,480 x 3,600px) having an XY resolution of 46×46 μm and that gave such good results for this type of machine in the M3 Max.
Although at the level of LCD features, we do not have major changes. Anycubic has included a feature that we find very useful, especially for some printing environments… a temperature control system.
Unlike the system we saw in the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Pro, and which left us with some doubts, this Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max uses a simpler system that has a 120W resistance heating system that will allow a homogeneous temperature quickly taking into account the volume of the tank.
Anycubic allows us to adjust the temperature between 20-40 °C which will allow us to work in any environment and with any type of resin.
In addition, and especially useful for printers of this format, we have a resin management system that will automatically add more resin when necessary to prevent interruptions or printing failures.
It will also simplify actions such as handling the resin, since we will be able to remove or add resin comfortably from the controls that we have on the printer’s interface, reducing exposure and dangers when interacting with the resin.
A big change that we do have about the M3 Max is its intelligent functions, and on the other hand, they will improve and simplify the use of the printer whether you are a new user or have experience with this type of printer. Among these smart functions we have:
- Self-check, the system performs a verification process to ensure that the printer is correctly
- Residue detection, will allow us to detect if solid waste was left carelessly that can affect or damage the printer
- Resin level, it will warn us of the resin level and alert us in the event of detecting anomalous levels
- Failed printing, thanks to its sensors it can detect in certain circumstances that the printing has failed and warn us
- Control of the use of film, we have a counter to monitor the use of the film and let us know when we should change it
All these functions are based on the readings of the different sensors that the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max has and that although they are not always 100% effective, they can at least help avoid certain problems and accidents.
As part of these smart functions we can connect our Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max to our network, and to the internet, and be able to manage it from the Anycubic application.
Very convenient to be able to monitor the status and progress of our prints as well as being able to send/manage our print jobs and from where we have quick and easy access to help and support guides.
We also have some usability improvements, some inherited from its smaller siblings, and that will simplify the handling and use of the printer:
- Folding dome, something that we find particularly comfortable
- Manual leveling assistant, we have information on the screen that will guide us through this process
- A large capacity resin tank (VAT)
- Air filter intake for integration with an external air filtration/exhaust system
- Simple, feature-rich interface that runs on powerful Anycubic electronics
We have left you the last one, as we always comment on it in all the reviews we make of this type of printers… a system to drain the resin at the end of printing and especially useful in a printer of this size.
This simple ingenious function will allow us to place the platform at a 5º angle sufficient to be able to drain the excess resin at the end of the print. By recovering resin for future prints, we reduce the risk of resin staining when handling the platform or less mess during the post-processing process.
Here you can find a comparison between the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max, and the M3 Max as a reference for being an equivalent type of machines:
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| Photon Mono M7 Max | Photon Mono M3 Max | |
| Build volume | 298mm x 164mm x 300mm（14.7L) | 298mm x 164mm x 300mm （14.7L) |
| LCD size | 13.6-inch Mono LCD | 13.6-inch Mono LCD |
| LCD resolution | 7K (6,480 x 3,600px) | 7K (6,480 x 3,600px) |
| XY resolution | 46 µm | 46 µm |
| Light Source | COB light source+ Fresnel lens+Light uniformity algorithm | Matrix Light Source |
| Light Intensity | 4500±500 μw/cm² | 3500-4500 μw/cm² |
| Bed leveling | 4-point manual leveling | 4-point manual leveling |
| Print speed | 31-63 mm/h (*) | 60 mm/h (*) |
| Release film | ACF film improved | FEP film |
| Display | 4.3″ TFT touch-control impoved interface | 4.3″ TFT touch-control |
| Connectivity | USB & WiFi & LAN MODE（2025 Q1 | USB |
| Anycubic app | √ | x |
| Accessory | Resin Heater (included), Resin Pump (included), Air Vent | Resin Pump (included) |
| Other feature | Device self-check, Resin detection, Printing monitoring, Resin residue detection, Intelligent release |
Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max – Unboxing
Once the review of all the features of the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max is finished, it is time to start it, as is usual in this type of machine, a fairly simple process… for which we advise you to carefully follow the instructions in the user manual included in the kit.
As a first step we will remove the printer from the packaging and we will remove all the protections, inside these we will find the printing platform and a box with spare parts, accessories and tools. Taking into account the size and weight of the machine, we advise you to carry out the process with help.
The box containing the kit includes everything necessary for commissioning, maintenance and accessories. In the following list you have the content of it:
We will install the Wifi antenna, connect the USB flash drive to the printer and connect the power to make sure we have the voltage selector in the correct one for our case:
We will hold the power button on the front for a few seconds and the initial wizard will start by configuring the language and network options:
Once finished, we will go to the movement options and we will raise the Z axis 50mm, 150mm, three times to be able to perform the following steps:
Once we have the Z axis raised, we can remove the resin tank and remove the protectors that it has on both the screen and the resin tank and that are marked with labels.
The next step will be the leveling wizard:
- We loosen the 4 fixing screws of the printing platform and install it on the printer, tighten the fixing screw and don’t forget to remove the protective plastic from the platform!!
- We’ll use the leveling sheet that comes with it, we’ll place it on top of the LCD screen
- The wizard, which we can find in the Tools/Move Z Axis menu as well, will tell us to click on the next step once we have the previous steps done (install the platform and have the fixing screws loose)
- Once the platform is positioned on top of the screen, we will apply force carefully and evenly to the 4 corners and tighten the fixing screws in order… Front screw on one side and the next the opposite diagonally and we will do the same with the rest.
You can find it in his designs on Cults3D here.
- We will check that, by pulling each of the corners of the sheet, it does not move
- This will complete the leveling wizard.
Within the tools menu we have the typical screen tests that we advise you to do, of course without having resin in the VAT/tank, to verify that the screen works correctly.
In our case, we also took the opportunity to measure UV power. You can find these tests in the Tools/Exposure menu.
We were pleasantly surprised that the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max, despite being a high-volume resin printer, has a very good UV power and homogeneity, something that will undoubtedly improve the performance of the machine and the quality/reliability of our prints.
We will now install the resin management system which consists of the following steps:
- We will place the system that attaches to the cap of our resin bottle, it is important to make sure that we have the rubber gasket on
- We will place it in our resin bottle, we make sure that it is not crooked as it will not do its function correctly
- We will connect the two tubes from the resin management system, the black one on the large connector and the white/transparent one on the smaller one
- Finally, we will connect the cable to the connector that we find on the back of the printer
We now have the printer ready to start the testing and printing process!!!
To see the whole process you can watch a video from Anycubic with all the steps and details:
Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max – Tests and user experience
Before starting to test, we are going to test the resin management and heating function. The control of these functions can be found within the Tools/Other menu.
We will start by refilling the resin tank, as in previous steps we did the process of connecting the resin management system. As we have mentioned, we will go to the Tools/Other menu and there we will find the functions of filling and emptying the tank.
We recommend you to be in front to see that at least in this first time everything works as expected.
Once we have the resin tank full and within the same section of the menu we will find the heating options where we can adjust the temperature.
Both the temperature selection options and at the same time the platform makes movements inside the resin to improve the process and that will also allow the resin to be removed and that it is in optimal conditions.
I know that we probably want to start printing your projects but we advise you to carry out the exposure tests to adjust the times of our resin for our Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max.
Anycubic has always paid a lot of attention to this aspect and all its printers have a test called RERF, which we are going to give you more detailed information below, which will allow us to make copies of a test object with different exposure times in just one print to see which is the most suitable in our case.
The RERF test can be found on the USB that comes with the kit.
Anycubic usually includes one of the most complete exposure tests that you can find on its pen drive and that we will give you more details below.
This test creates 8 individual tests with different exposure times which it is highly recommended to perform with each new resin we use to find the optimal exposure time for it.
In our case and for the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max, we can download its RERF from here, the times used are as follows.
| RERF | Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max |
|---|---|
| Layer heigh | 0.05 |
| Bottom Layers | 5 @ 30s |
| Transition Layers | 0 |
| Normal Layers | 1.7s |
| Lift Distance | 8 mm |
| Speed | 360/360 mm/min |
| Zone Time Increment | 0.25s |
To make it easier for you to identify the RERF times for the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max and its default RERF:
| Zone | Exposure Tested Time |
|---|---|
| Zone 1 | 1.7s |
| Zone 2 | 1.95s |
| Zone 3 | 2.2s |
| Zone 4 | 2.45s |
| Zone 5 | 2.7s |
| Zone 6 | 2.95s |
| Zone 7 | 3.2s |
| Zone 8 | 3.45s |
How to evaluate the different tests to identify the optimal exposure time?
- Each object consists of different tests that can give us more or less information, the objective is that the maximum number of tests come out correctly. In any case, and as the most important or simple to interpret:
- A we can see more holes and fewer cylinders… This can be interpreted as allowing us more details (number of holes) but a greater risk of printing since the supports can fail (supported cylinders).
- B we have fewer holes but more cylinders… We will lose some details (number of holes) but better support in the parts (supported cylinders).
Let’s try to explain the different tests and what to look for in each case:
- Test of pillars and holes on an angled surface, this test is two 45º angled planes on which columns (which decrease in size) or holes are placed.
In this case, the goal is for the greatest number of columns to be visible and correctly formed, and for the largest range of holes to be visible.
For example, in the tests of 1-3 we see structural failures of columns and plane, from 5 to 8 we see problems on one of the sides that go from less to more…
In this case our preference for this test would be to choose tests 3-4 preferably.
- Test Totem with number 5, is a square column with a hollow 5 at the top that will allow you to see the detail in complex flat gaps.
Depending on the type of resin, normally the less exposure the gap will be more visible and the more exposure it will close as you can see in the following capture.
In this case the tests of 1-4 we can see the number and its gap.
- Simple hole test on plan, this test is similar to the previous one but we have circular and rectangular holes that grow/decrease in size.
The more holes with the right shape we can see the better.
In the example test, tests 1-2 had 10 series but the edges were not well defined, in 3-4 we had 9 series of visible and correct holes, 5-6 8 series and 7-8 7 series…
Again tests 3-4 would be the chosen ones
- Chessboard, this test is a chessboard on a vertical plane formed by cubes drilled for the squares.
The goal is to see that all the cubes are generated correctly, well defined and that the corners between cubes are as close together as possible.
In our tests we can see that from 1-3 the pattern is correct while in tests 4-8 the hubs and joints are not quite correct.
- Cylinder test, is a test that allows us to see the tolerance to withstand figures.
The goal is for the largest number of cylinders to come out correctly.
In our example tests we see how the 8 has some bent cylinders.
- Hexagon hollow semi-sphere test, this test allows us to see the result of layer height and antialiasing configuration as well as the precision of thin walls.
We will look at the definition of the hollow hemisphere and the outer wall formed between it and the hexagon.
In our example, test 1 is poorly defined, both compared to 8.
- Text, we can use the text as a test by looking at the definition of letters and numbers.
In our test the 4 would be the most balanced.
In general, in our test we chose 4 as the test that overall came out most appropriately and we will take that time as a reference for the rolling mill or to do other more specific tests if we want a fine tuning.
How to customize our ERF test?
The exposure time of normal layers used in Zone 1 can be adjusted in different ways:
- Depending on the printer, when starting the print in the on-screen settings, we can adjust the printing parameters and adjust this
- from the laminator by opening the RERF, depending on the laminator used and the printer model it may not be possible to do so.
- using UVtools, the method we like the most and usually use. We load the RERF file and within Tools/Edit print parameters we can adjust the configuration and save the changes. As we mentioned, it is important that we use exactly the same name!!
- creating our own RERF test as we have explained below, is usually a good option for several reasons, apart from adjusting the exposure time, such as using the test we like the most or even parts of objects that we normally print to see results or other configuration adjustments such as speeds, distances, base/transition layers,
etc…
In case we want to create a RERF at a layer height for which Anycubic does not directly provide:
- creating our own RERF test as we have explained below, is usually a good option for several reasons, apart from adjusting the layer height, such as using the test we like the most or even parts of objects that we normally print to see results or other configuration adjustments such as speeds, distances, base/transition layers, etc…
- we can use UVtools but in this case, as it is not a laminator, it does not have the complete information of the part, so sometimes it will have to “invent”.
In any case, from Tools/Adjust layer height we can do it.
As a reference, we attach Anycubic’s tables for its resins and this printer, and we emphasize “as a reference” since the ideal is to always perform the RERF test:
Initially we do not advise you to make further adjustments to your laminator profile, in the case of being an advanced user and knowing the resin printers moderately you can try to adjust the speeds. Basically, these print speed adjustments will result in a reduction in printing time, between 5% and 20% depending on the settings.
In case you want to make these advanced settings, always try to make small changes to your settings and verify that they do not affect anything. Normally with very fast speeds it can affect the resin flow and affect the level of detail of our parts.
Another factor we can play with is antialiasing to disguise that staggered effect between layers. Considering the resolution/accuracy and the type of high-volume parts we’re likely to do with the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max, we’ll use antialiasing to keep the details as high as possible and try to reduce the typical layer marks.
We advise you to carry out tests with different configurations at the height of the working layer to see which results are not the most optimal.
In any case, we advise you to review our SLA calibration guide for more detailed information on parameters, options and tricks with our printers.
The use of ACF as a film is a negative point for some users, in any case and as we saw in other Anycubic printers that we have reviewed, in our case we only see advantages to the use of this type of film. especially for a machine like the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max given its print volume and the stresses that can occur during the printing process.
With the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max we have support for different slicers such as Anycubic Workshop, Chitubox or as in our case we prefer to use Lychee
In our tests we used different Anycubic resins such as the excellent Texture, Standard, Bio or Rigid supplied in our test kit.
The layer height used for the tests has been 0.05 mainly and the default parameters of the slicer, we always try to simulate a novice user when starting with this type of printers.
Therefore, the results obtained in our tests with printer adjustment and calibration may be much higher than those presented below.
Once the first basic adjustments were finished, we started to print some projects for some colleagues and be able to see how this Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max behaves.
The print volume of the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max is beastly and we can carry out projects of all kinds from small scales to production on considerable scales.
For our tests we use both figures with supports included, of which we are not especially fans normally since they are not always optimized for the machine we use and if they do not include support for our laminator we will not be able to edit the supports, without making changes in addition to figures supported by us always trying to use the maximum print volume.
We started by making a diorama of superheroes with a considerable size and where we ran out quite a few liters of resin in it due to its size… The result although we have not seen the final painted finish… it’s amazing.
Honestly, it is a joy to carry out this type of project with this Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max, since we do not have to cut the parts more than necessary, in addition to drastically reducing printing hours.
As a second project they provided us with another diorama, in this case of Orcs, with a brutal size of one of the figures that we will be adding photos as soon as the companions finish assembling it and beeping it… because it’s awesome!!
The last project they provided us with was again another diorama, in this case of the movie Aliens with the mythical battle between the alien queen and Ripley… when another wonder is finished!!
In this case we took advantage of our brand new Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo to make the base of the diorama with an excellent result.
Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max Maintenance & Support
Anycubic is doing a great job of providing documentation, help, and support to its users, which is always appreciated.
In this case we have a lot of information about the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max in its Wiki where we can find from technical data, access to manuals, start-up, troubleshooting, maintenance and download of firmware or test files.
On the other hand, we have the Anycubic Support Youtube channel where we can find a lot of information in video format that can be very useful.
It is more than advisable to have both links saved in our favorites.
Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max – 3Dwork Review
As a final analysis, the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max is the latest addition to Anycubic’s M7 series, designed for those looking for a large-format resin 3D printing solution.
With a build volume of 298x164x300 mm (14.7 liters), this printer reduces the need to split models, resulting in greater efficiency and less post-production work for users with large-scale manufacturing needs.
In this aspect, although in terms of capacity or quality characteristics of its screen it is very similar to the M3 Max, we have an improved UV system that will improve sharpness and definition, reducing defects and increasing the consistency of the parts.
Also the use of the system and interface used in the Anycubic M7 series will improve the user experience with an intuitive, easy-to-use interface and with a large number of settings that will allow the use of the machine without complex learning curves but at the same time be able to control all the functions of the machine.
Also inherited from its sisters from the Anycubic M7 series, we have a series of assistants and smart options that will improve the user experience and help reduce problems with our prints.
We would also like to clarify as always that this type of printers, although they are increasingly trying to simplify and improve to avoid it, and especially with this volume of printing, are especially sensitive to correct settings as well as being susceptible to other points of failure, for which we always advise you to find out well in depth how they work as well as all the settings and options to take into account to be able to get the most out of them. benefit.
We have a complete guide for SLA printers that can be of help and that will explain everything from security issues, use, configurations, tests, troubleshooting, etc… Whether you are a beginner or have experience with these technologies, we invite you to take a look at it as it is continuously updated and can always be of help/guidance.
During our tests, we detected cases where the first layer did not adhere properly to the base, which required adjustments to leveling, fine adjustment of exposure in base layers, review of film tension, and other specific adjustments depending on the type of part or resin.
The inclusion of the resin tank heating system is for us a great improvement and that we will surely continue to see in future printers, in any case we realized that this system in the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max only came into operation during the start of printing as a pre-heating.
While it is true that the heat generated during printing usually maintains the temperature, this will depend on the environment of use, Anycubic will probably change this soon in future firmware updates, in any case the system should maintain 25ºC throughout the printing since it is the optimal value for them.
In our case and with the test unit received, it was not possible for us to associate the printer with our Anycubic account to be able to test the remote control and monitoring options that we already showed you in our review of the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Pro.
To summarize, if you are looking for a resin 3D printer for mass production or large format printing, the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max is one of the best options on the market in its price range. Its large volume, print quality, and ease of use make it ideal for such cases.
Where to buy the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max?
Anycubic has the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max in its online store where you can directly buy the printer, accessories, spare parts and consumables… although they are currently still on pre-order but they are already shipping the units as soon as they have them available.
In any case, we provide you with some links to their and other reference stores:
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AI-Optimized Summary
This comprehensive review examines the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max, a high-resolution resin 3D printer that builds upon the features of its predecessor, the M3 Max, and incorporates advancements from the M7 series. Key aspects covered include:
- Print Quality & Resolution: The printer boasts a 13.6-inch monochrome LCD screen with 7K resolution and 46 µm XY resolution, delivering exceptional detail and surface finish.
- Printing Speed: Utilizing advanced MSLA technology, it achieves rapid print speeds without compromising quality, outperforming previous models.
- Build Volume & Design: Offers an incredible build volume suitable for various project sizes, housed in a robust and well-constructed frame.
- Resin Heating System: Integrated resin heater within the VAT ensures optimal resin viscosity, enhancing print reliability and quality.
- Smart Features: Equipped with intelligent mechanical sensors for automatic leveling, resin availability detection, and residue monitoring, along with Wi-Fi connectivity for remote management and OTA updates.
- Pros:
- High-quality construction and materials.
- Excellent resolution relative to build volume.
- Fast printing capabilities with maintained quality.
- Integrated resin heating system manageable via printer controls.
- Integrated resin management system.
- Smart sensors enhancing user experience.
- Wi-Fi for efficient management and updates.
- Cons:
- Actual print speeds may vary based on resin type and layer height.
- No substantial improvements for optical parts.
- Remote management features were untested in this review.
This review provides an in-depth analysis of the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max, highlighting its advancements over previous models and its suitability for users seeking high-speed, high-resolution resin printing solutions.
