Phrozen Sonic MEGA 8K V2 LCD 3D Printer

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The Phrozen Sonic MEGA 8K V2 is an industrial-grade mono-LCD 3D printer that boasts a long-life monochrome LCD screen with ultra-high definition making it a professional machine capable of creating remarkably detailed models. Similar to its predecessor, the Sonic MEGA 8K, it offers an astonishing print area in combination with a 15" LCD and perforated build plate. Equipped with the new high-speed system, the MEGA 8K V2 prints faster than ever, producing up to 400 layers per hour.

Among other smart features, the machine offers a dedicated ACF release film for the screen providing great adhesion and smooth print removal, built-in drip hanger for better cost efficiency, and intuitive software with a number of advanced tools. The printer’s open material system allows using a wide range of consumables with different properties to get the desired results. To ensure maximum user friendliness, the Phrozen Sonic MEGA 8K V2 is supplied with a pre-calibrated build plate, so it is ready for work right out of the box.

Due to its ability to produce top-quality detailed models in a smart, convenient, and cost-effective way, the Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K V2 is an ideal tool for personal and professional use in various creative spheres, including modeling, prototyping, mass production, etc.

To ensure streamlined operation and full-fledged user experience, the manufacturer offers a set of thoughtful add-ons for all stages of resin 3D printing, such as the Phrozen Ultrasonic Cleaner, Phrozen Wash & Cure kit, and Phrozen Cure MEGA (post-curing UV lamp). All these are available in the Add-ons & Extras section above. The Phrozen Pump & Fill (automated resin feeder with seamless integration) is supplied with the machine by default.

Specifications:

• Print quality
• Materials
• Build volume
• Printer controls and software
• What’s in the box
• Look and feel
• Recommended extras
• Price

Print quality

The Phrozen Sonic MEGA 8K V2 is a large-format LCD 3D printer that can print layers at a minimum layer height of 10 micron, with an XY positioning accuracy of 43 µm. This way, one can produce objects with extremely smooth exterior surfaces and fine detailing. In addition, due to the printer’s ultra-stable Z-axis, large and heavy objects can be printed with no wobbling.

Just like with the original Sonic MEGA 8K model, the powerful industry-leading 15" 8K monochrome LCD screen makes for the unprecedented quality of outputs produced with the device.

Since printing large-scale 3D models typically demands longer print time, the MEGA 8K V2 is equipped with a brand new high-speed system to support faster print settings and accelerate your production.

To make your 3D printing experience safe and comfortable, the Phrozen Sonic MEGA 8K V2 comes with two plug-in air purifiers that eliminate resin odor. Connected via USB, they require no recharge or battery, and the activated carbon filter can be easily swapped out when needed.

Materials

The Phrozen Sonic MEGA 8K V2 3D printer offers a variety of materials to choose from. It is compatible with both self-developed and 3rd party 405nm UV resins. The manufacturer’s resin profile database includes ready-made profiles for 20+ different resins, including ABS-like Resin, TR250 High Temp Resin, Nylon-Green Tough Resin and a variety of Castable Resins.

The printer is packaged with the Phrozen Pump & Fill — an automated resin feeder that ensures timely supply of material. This completely eliminates manual refills and resin shortage halfway through a large print job.

Moreover, the Sonic MEGA 8K V2 is engineered with a built-in all-metal drip hanger providing a safer and more efficient way to save resin and avoid messy drops all around your workspace. By letting resin drip on an angle after printing, this device saves every tiny bit of material and makes it easier to clean the build plate. The latter is perforated, which significantly reduces peeling force and makes for better print quality.

Build volume

The Phrozen Sonic MEGA 8K V2 offers a large build area of 330 x 185 x 400 mm (13 x 7.3 x 15.7 in) that lets you make a single huge model as a whole or simultaneously print multiple smaller ones. Equipped with a 15" perforated build plate, the Sonic MEGA 8K V2 is your best choice when it comes to mass production, since the printer can comfortably fit up to 80 of these 1/32 soldier models in one batch.

Printer controls and software

The Sonic MEGA 8K V2 can be controlled via a built-in 5" LCD touch panel with a clear menu structure and user-friendly interface. Data input is performed via Ethernet or through the USB port on the front panel of the device.

The printer is fully compatible with CHITUBOX — 3D data preparation software optimized to work with SLA/DLP/LCD 3D printers. The slicer contains a wide range of resin profiles and is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It supports such file formats as .PRZ and .CTB.

Top 3D Shop provides dedicated tutorials on how to successfully run CHITUBOX with your Sonic MEGA 8K V2 3D printer as well as the settings you need to use for your Phrozen resins.

What’s in the box

• Phrozen Sonic MEGA 8K V2 3D printer
• Phrozen Pump & Fill (automated resin feeder) x1
• Plug-in USB air purifier x2
• Metal resin vat with ACF film
• Perforated build plate
• AC cable x2
• Gloves
• Plastic funnel
• Plastic scraper
• Metal scraper
• Allen wrench set
• Magnetic fan cover x2
• Vat screws
• Handles x2
• USB stick
• Warranty card

For some items, package content may change. In case of any questions, please get in touch.

Look and feel

The Phrozen Sonic MEGA 8K V2 is available in black with dark-yellow transparent areas in the doors providing easy access to prints. Its stylish design makes it ideal for a number of professional and personal applications.

The outer dimensions of the machine are 47 x 40 x 68 cm (18.5 x 15.7 x 26.8 in). It weighs 35 kg (77.2 lbs). With the exterior completely made out of metal, the Sonic MEGA 8K V2 is a strong, heavy-duty device. Its robust structure ensures sustainable operation over the long-term.

Recommended extras

- Phrozen Ultrasonic Cleaner 30L
The Phrozen Ultrasonic Cleaner is a post-processing machine designed to give your 3D prints a more refined and smooth outlook simply and automatically. Not only this, but it can also help you greatly increase the durability of your prints and prevent them from cracking when used in a complete post-processing cycle. The device removes all the unnecessary and residual materials and supports from your print by using ultrasonic waves that generate cavitation bubbles that, in their turn, collapse according to the frequency of the ultrasonic waves, achieving splendid cleaning of all the excess material. When a 3D print is completely submerged in a cleaning liquid, the machine reaches and cleans all the hard-to-reach places with ease, removing only the excess material and leaving your print unscathed. Compared with manual cleaning procedures, this automated post-processing tool makes the cleaning a whole lot faster and more consistent.

- Phrozen Cure Mega: Post Curing UV Lamp
The Phrozen Cure Mega is an ultra-large-volume UV curing station designed to post-process objects made of photopolymer resins. With its huge inner capacity of 400 x 400 x 450 mm, the device can easily accommodate several objects or cure extremely sizeable prints. The 360-degree auto rotatable platform makes for uniform processing of every part, eliminating the possibility of any blind spots.

With a UV wavelength of 405 nm, the device draws current from standard power grids of 100–240V and 50/60Hz, with no additional transformers required. The station is quite easy to use — just place your prints in the unit, set up the time, and tap the start button. The models will be ready in less than an hour, so you don’t have to wait for them to cure with natural sunlight, which saves plenty of time.

Price

The price for the Phrozen Sonic MEGA 8K V2 3D printer is $3,199.99, which is reasonable considering its resolution, build area (one of the largest), and overall capabilities, especially taking into account that no alternative is currently available on the market for this device. By showcasing striking details at 43µm, the Sonic MEGA 8K V2 produces 3D models that are almost twice as detailed as other large-scale 3D printers.