Anycubic’s Mega series features large 3D printers ideal for fast prints and flexible designs. The first printer in this series was released in 2017, and Anycubic has kept the updates coming since then. The printers in the Anycubic Mega series include i3 Mega, Mega Zero, Mega-S, Mega X, and Mega Pro. Below we will look at the two biggest printers in this series — the Mega X and Mega Pro.
Anycubic Mega X
The Anycubic Mega X 3D printer features the classic Anycubic design. It comes pre-assembled, has a sleek look, and feels solid. The device is generally user-friendly. The instruction manual is easy to follow, even for 3D printing novices.
The frame of the Anycubic Mega X is primarily made of steel. It weighs about 14kg and measures 500 x 500 x 533 mm. There are no wires hanging on the Mega X; everything is tucked nicely. This may be one of the best large printers in this Anycubic series.
Build Volume
One of the distinguishing factors of Mega X is its vast build space, making it the biggest in this collection. The build space of the Anycubic Mega X is 300 x 300 x 305mm. The Mega X is ideal for bigger prints and produces excellent models. The downside is that this device is noisy, especially when you start printing. The cooling fans and Trinamic drivers are equally loud, but it is a small price to pay for the excellent prints this device produces.
Specifications
- Printing Technology: FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling)
- Layer Resolution: 0.05-0.3 mm
- Positioning Accuracy: X/Y 0.0125mm Z 0.002mm
- Supported Print Materials: PLA, TPU, HIPS, Wood, PETG
- Print Speed: 20~100mm/s(suggested 60mm/s)
- Nozzle Diameter: 0.4 mm
- Build Size: 300 x 300 x 305mm
- Operational Extruder Temperature: Max 250ºC
- Operational Print Bed Temperature: Max 90ºC
- Printer Dimensions: 500mm x 500mm x553mm
- Input Formats: STL, OBJ, DAE, AMF
- Ambient Operating Temperature: 8ºC – 40ºC
- Connectivity SD Card, Data cable (expert users only)
- Filament Sensor: Yes
- Net Weight: ~19kg
Print Speed
The Anycubic Mega X 3D printer has a print speed of about 20-100mm/s. Anycubic suggests that you set the print speed at 60mm/s. The speed affects the overall quality of your prints, so it’s ideal to stay within the recommended settings.
Build Plate
The build plate of this Anycubic 3D printer is made of Ultrabase glass and designed to heat up evenly. This large Ultrabase glass print heats up fast, reaching about 60 C in two minutes. The maximum temperature of the Mega X build plate is 90 C.
The best thing about this Mega X build plate is that it contains a microporous coating, which makes printing effortless. This build plate also firmly holds onto models when heated up. The hold is reduced when it cools down, so models can easily be removed.
Touchscreen
The Anycubic Mega X 3D printer has a 3.5-inch color display with touchscreen functionality. The menu is large enough to see and tap on options with your fingertips. The screen is responsive to touch.
Note: There’s an unpleasant sound when you start the screen and the start-up animation audio plays.
Filament
The Mega X is versatile and works with different filaments, including ABS, HIPS, PLA, and wood. Anycubic designed the Mega X with a filament sensor, which is standard in more expensive 3D printers. This works by pausing the printing process when the filament runs out.
The Mega X has a usable filament diameter of 1.75mm. It also comes with a filament holder, which fits nicely. The holder ensures that the filament runs smoothly and evenly. Anycubic Mega X can hold about 1kg of filament, allowing you to print massive models without worrying about running out of filament.
Connection/Software
The Anycubic Mega X 3D printer works with FDM technology and is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. This printer works with software like Cura and the Anycubic-recommended slicer. You can connect to the Mega X via USB or an SD card.
Price
The Anycubic Mega X 3D printer is available for sale at the following stores:
Amazon$219.99
Geekmaxi€364.00 (about $408.05)
Anycubic Mega Pro
The Anycubic Mega Pro 3D printer is a 2-in-1 device that supports 3D printing and laser engraving. This makes Anycubic Mega Pro one of the most affordable, versatile printers.
The Mega Pro has a powerful engraving head designed to work excellently on various materials. The laser engraving head can be replaced with a standard print head, allowing you to switch when necessary.
Like other printers in this Anycubic Mega series, the Mega Pro device has a compact design. It comes with an all-metal frame that is easy to set up. This device also features a modular design with upgraded leveling knobs that are easy to assemble. The Mega Pro has a clean look, with all its wires, control boards, and motors tucked away.
Build Volume
The Mega Pro has a large build bed like other printers in this Anycubic series. This printer is also ideal for larger prints. The print volume of the Mega Pro is 210 x 210 x 205 mm, and the print volume of the laser engraving head is 220 x 140 mm.
Unlike the Anycubic Mega X, the Mega Pro prints quietly, so you don’t have to deal with unpleasant printing noises.
Specifications
- Printing Technology: FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling)
- Build Volume: 210×210×205 mm³
- Layer Resolution: 0.05-0.3 mm; Travel Speed: 100mm/s
- Positioning Accuracy: X/Y- 0.0125mm；Z- 0.002mm
- Extruder Quantity: Single; Nozzle Diameter: 0.4 mm
- Print Speed: 20~100mm/s (suggested 60mm/s)
- Supported Materials: PLA, TPU, etc
- Ambient Operating Temperature: 8°C – 40°C
- Operational Extruder Temperature: max 260°C
- Input Formats: .STL, .OBJ,.DAE, .AMF
- Connectivity: SD Card; USB cable(expert users only)
- Filament Sensor: Yes; Input Rating: 110V-220V AC, 50/60Hz
- Printer Dimensions: 405X410X453mm³; Net Weight:~15kg;
Laser Engraving
- Image Format: BMP; Engraving Size: 220×140 mm²
- Engraving Mode: Bitmap; Rated Power: 1500mw
- Pixel Size: 0.05-0.4mm (suggested 0.1mm)
- Recommended Laser Intensity: Brown paper – 15%; Wood – 25%
- Laser Height: 1-100mm（suggested 50mm）
- Mirror Image: The default value is recommended
- Supported Materials: Leather, Paper, Wood, etc
Print Speed/Accuracy
The Mega Pro prints relatively fast. It has a print speed of 20 x 100mm/s, and the recommended setting is 60mm.s.
Touchscreen
The Mega Pro has a 3.5-inch touchscreen that allows you to control the printer. The screen is highly responsive to touch.
Laser Engraver
The laser engraving feature is one of the most distinguishing features of the Mega Pro. This laser head works with 1500 MW of power and is ideal for large projects. The engraving head on the Mega Pro is designed to work with different materials, such as paper, leather, and wood. The laser engraver is handy for customizing and personalizing models and objects. The laser height is about 1-100 mm; Anycubic recommends 50 mm.
Multi-Colored Printing
The Mega Pro can print in different colors. It does not switch between filaments and colors automatically. However, you can pause printing between layers and manually change the filament. You can also pause printing at different layer heights. The nozzles on the Mega Pro have a diameter of 0.4 mm.
Filament
Anycubic’s Mega Pro is versatile and works with different filament types like other printers in the Anycubic Mega series. It is compatible with ABS, PLA, PETG, and TPU. This printer has a filament diameter of 1.75 mm.
The Mega Pro has a filament detection feature, which stops when you are out of material. This works in tandem with its resume print feature.
Connection/Software
Like the Anycubic Mega X 3D printer, the Mega Pro runs on FDM technology, and Anycubic recommends using Cura as a slicer software. The Mega Pro works with Mac and Windows devices. This device can be connected via a micro SD card or USB cable.
Price
The Anycubic Mega Pro 3D printer is available at the following stores:
Amazon$219.00
Geekbuying$299.99
Geekmaxi$295.99
