A: When browsing 3D printers for sale, you will encounter two main technologies: FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) and Resin (SLA/DLP). Understanding the difference is crucial to selecting the right machine for your needs.
FDM Printers (The Anycubic Kobra Series)
FDM printers work by melting a plastic filament and building the object layer by layer.
Best For: Functional parts, large cosplay props, household items, and beginners.
Why Choose Kobra: The Anycubic Kobra series is renowned for being high-speed and reliable. If you are looking for the fastest 3D printer that can handle durable materials like PLA, ABS, or PETG, FDM is the standard choice. Our large-format FDM printers offer massive build volumes, allowing you to print helmets or architectural models in a single piece.
Resin Printers (The Anycubic Photon Series)
Resin printers use a UV light source (LCD screen) to cure liquid resin into solid plastic.
Best For: High-detail miniatures, jewelry, dentistry, and display figures.
Why Choose Photon: Anycubic is a global leader in resin printing. Our Photon Mono series features up to 12K resolution screens. If your goal is to print intricate tabletop miniatures where every texture and pore is visible, a resin 3D printer is the superior choice. While the build volume is typically smaller than FDM, the precision is unmatched in the industry.