The Anycubic Photon M3 resin 3D‑printer marked an evolution in Anycubic’s entry‑level MSLA lineup, introducing a new 4K+ LCD engine that delivers higher optical precision and improved curing uniformity compared to earlier monochrome systems. This makes the Anycubic Photon M3 resin workflow suitable for detailed engineering and dental applications. Equipped with a 7.6‑inch 4096 × 2560 pixel LCD, the Photon M3 achieves a native pixel pitch of roughly 23 µm—an extremely fine resolution for a printer in this size class. This allows the M3 to reproduce micro‑features, sharp edges, and dimensional details that previously required larger, more expensive machines. The upgraded parallel‑matrix LED array provides a more consistent irradiance field across the entire 163 × 102 mm build area, reducing cure gradients and improving layer‑to‑layer stability, especially when printing engineering‑grade resins.
Unlike the DLP‑based Photon Ultra, the Photon M3 uses a high‑transmission monochrome LCD optimized for 405 nm photopolymerization. This makes the platform fully compatible with a wide range of third‑party engineering and dental resins, including the Liqcreate engineering resin range and Liqcreate dental materials. The printer’s optical output, spectral match, and exposure uniformity align well with the photoinitiator systems used in Liqcreate engineering, dental, flexible, and high‑performance resins. Because the M3’s LCD has a higher UV throughput than older RGB panels, exposure times can be reduced without compromising polymer conversion or mechanical strength. This is particularly beneficial for materials with higher viscosity, higher pigment loading, or tighter cure‑depth tolerances. These characteristics ensure that Anycubic Photon M3 resin profiles behave consistently across different Liqcreate materials.
From a process‑engineering standpoint, tuning the Anycubic Photon M3 resin workflow requires careful balancing of exposure energy, lift mechanics, and resin rheology. The M3’s dual‑rail Z‑axis and laser‑textured build plate provide stable adhesion during the initial layers and consistent peel forces throughout the print. However, each Liqcreate resin family—tough, elastomeric, casting, dental model, or high‑temperature—responds differently to irradiance, layer thickness, and lift speeds. Cure depth (Dp), critical exposure (Ec), and pigment absorption coefficients vary significantly between formulations, making resin‑specific parameter sets essential for achieving dimensional accuracy and surface quality. See our full Liqcreate 3D‑printer compatibility overview for cross‑system exposure guidance.
All validated Liqcreate settings for the Anycubic Photon M3 resin platform were developed and tested on the M3 units available in the Liqcreate R&D laboratory. These settings ensure reliable polymerization, predictable mechanical performance, and repeatable results across the full range of Liqcreate materials. The complete parameter tables—including exposure times, lift speeds, bottom layer strategies, and recommended support configurations—are provided below in this article. Download the Anycubic Photon M3 Chitubox file for all Liqcreate resins and import all settings in two clicks! Need help? Don’t hesitate to contact us at info@liqcreate.com.
Anycubic Photon M3 resin 3D-printing parameters
The table below provides all validated Liqcreate resin settings for the Anycubic Photon M3, based on internal R&D testing and cross‑referenced exposure behavior from comparable 405 nm MSLA systems. All Anycubic Photon M3 resin parameters listed here are based on controlled testing in the Liqcreate laboratory.
| Layer thickness | % UV Power | Exposure time (seconds) | Base layer count | Base layer exposure | Lift Height | Rest time per step | Lift speed / retract speed | |
| Deep Blue | 100 µm | 100 | 9,0 | 2 | 55 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 6,0 | 2 | 45 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| Stone Coal Black | 100 µm | 100 | 9,0 | 2 | 55 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 6,0 | 2 | 45 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| Premium White | 100 µm | 100 | 3,5 | 2 | 50 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 3,0 | 2 | 40 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| Premium Black | 100 µm | 100 | 3,0 | 2 | 30 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 2,5 | 2 | 25 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| Premium Model | 100 µm | 100 | 4,0 | 2 | 50 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 3,5 | 2 | 45 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| Premium Tough | 100 µm | 30 | 8,0 | 2 | 20 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| Wax Castable | 100 µm | 100 | 5,0 | 2 | 40 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 3,5 | 2 | 30 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| 25 µm | 100 | 3,0 | 2 | 20 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| Premium Flex* | 100 µm | 100 | 4,0 | 2 | 25 | 10 | 2,0 | 60 / 120 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 3,5 | 2 | 20 | 10 | 2,0 | 60 / 120 | |
| Clear Impact | 100 µm | 100 | 11,0 | 2 | 60 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 9,0 | 2 | 50 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| Strong-X | 100 µm | 100 | 11,0 | 2 | 40 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 9,0 | 2 | 35 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| ESD | 100 µm | 100 | 10,0 | 2 | 40 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 8,0 | 2 | 35 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| Tough-X* | 100 µm | 100 | 12,0 | 2 | 50 | 8 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| Flexible-X* | 100 µm | 100 | 10,0 | 2 | 50 | 10 | 2,0 | 60 / 90 |
| Elastomer-X* | 100 µm regular | 100 | 12,0 | 1 | 50 | 10 | 2,0 | 60 / 90 |
| 100 µm thin | 100 | 16,0 | 1 | 50 | 10 | 2,0 | 60 / 90 | |
| Hazard Glow | 100 µm | 100 | 10,0 | 2 | 50 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| Composite-X | 100 µm | 100 | 8,0 | 2 | 30 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 7,0 | 2 | 20 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| Flame Retardant | 100 µm | 100 | 5,0 | 1 | 40 | 6 | 2,0 | 120 / 180 |
| HDT | 50 µm | 100 | 4,0 | 1 | 30 | 6 | 2,0 | 120 / 180 |
| Bio-Med Clear | 100 µm | 100 | 7,0 | 2 | 40 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 6,0 | 2 | 40 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| Bio-Med Flex | 100 µm | 100 | 5,0 | 2 | 20 | 10 | 2,0 | 60 / 90 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 4,0 | 2 | 20 | 10 | 2,0 | 60 / 90 | |
| Dental Model Pro Beige | 100 µm | 100 | 6,0 | 2 | 35 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 4,0 | 2 | 25 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| Dental Model Pro Grey | 100 µm | 100 | 6,0 | 2 | 35 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 4,0 | 2 | 25 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 | |
| Gingiva Mask | 100 µm | 100 | 10,0 | 2 | 20 | 10 | 2,0 | 60 / 90 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 8,0 | 2 | 15 | 10 | 2,0 | 60 / 90 | |
| Separation Model | 100 µm | 100 | 4,5 | 1 | 8 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 120 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 3,5 | 1 | 10 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 120 | |
| Rigid Pro | 100 µm | 100 | 5,0 | 2 | 40 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
| 50 µm | 100 | 4,0 | 2 | 30 | 6 | 2,0 | 90 / 150 |
* Use heavy supports
About Anycubic Photon M3 resin 3D-printer
The Anycubic Photon M3 combines a compact footprint with a high‑resolution 4K+ LCD engine, enabling precise curing behavior across its full build area. Its optical uniformity, pixel pitch and 405 nm spectral output align well with the photoinitiator systems used in Liqcreate engineering, dental and functional materials.
Image by Anycubic: The new Anycubic Photon M3 monochrome resin 3D-printer.
Anycubic Photon M3 3D‑printer specifications
Features:
- – Large build volume (163.9 x 102.4 x 180mm)
- – 7.6 inch 4K monochrome display
- – LightTurbo Matrix light source
- – Laser engraved build plate
- – Fast printing (up to 50 mm/h)
Technical specifications
- – Large build volume: 163.9 x 102.4 x 180 mm (L x W x H)
- – Device size: 269 x 256 x 425 mm (L x W x H)
- – 7.6 inch 4K monochrome display
- – High resolution (4096 x 2560 pixels)
- – Laser engraved build plate with a textured checkerboard pattern
- – Fast printing (up to 50 mm/h)
- – LCD screen with 400:1 contrast
- – Anycubic LighTurbo Matrix light source with LED beads
- – Anti-scratch film for LCD screen
Support
Our team can also assist with exposure tuning, resin selection and workflow optimization for the Photon M3 and other 405 nm MSLA systems. Our team can also help interpret Anycubic Photon M3 resin performance when switching between different Liqcreate materials.
FAQ – Anycubic Photon M3 resin settings
Why do some Liqcreate resins require different UV power levels on the Anycubic Photon M3? Resins differ in photoinitiator concentration, pigment absorption and cure‑depth behavior. Materials like Premium Tough polymerize efficiently at lower irradiance, while others require full 100% UV output for consistent layer formation.
Can I use the same exposure settings across multiple Liqcreate resins on the Photon M3? No. Each resin family has its own Dp, Ec and viscosity profile. Using a single universal exposure value leads to dimensional drift, surface artifacts or insufficient polymer conversion.
Why are 25 µm, 50 µm and 100 µm profiles not available for every resin? Some materials are validated only at specific layer heights due to mechanical behavior, pigment loading or peel‑force sensitivity. Unsupported layer heights may cause over‑cure, warping or adhesion issues.
Does the Photon M3 require different lift speeds for flexible or elastomeric resins? Yes. Flexible‑X, Premium Flex and Elastomer‑X require reduced lift and retract speeds to prevent deformation during peeling and to maintain dimensional accuracy.
How do I troubleshoot under‑exposure on the Photon M3? Increase exposure in small increments (5–10%), verify bottom‑layer adhesion and inspect unsupported surfaces for softness or incomplete curing. Adjust lift speed only after exposure is stable.
Are Photon Ultra (DLP) settings compatible with the Photon M3 (MSLA)? No. DLP and MSLA systems differ in irradiance distribution, spectral output and pixel geometry. Photon Ultra profiles cannot be transferred to the Photon M3.
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