Name: Anycubic Photon Zero
Brand: Anycubic

Specifications

Build Volume

X × Y × Z97×54×150 mm

Layer Height

Range0.01 - 0.2 mm

Screen & light

Light sourceprinters.lightSourceTypes.rgb_lcd

LCD resolution (854×480)

Screen diagonal4.9"

Pixel size115.5 μm

UV wavelength405 nm

Speed & layers

Max print speed30 mm/h

Z-axis accuracy10 μm

Resin tank

Anti-aliasingYes

Physical

Weight4.7 kg

Power Consumption30 W

Information

Release Year2020

StatusDiscontinued

Description

The Anycubic Photon Zero is a compact entry-level resin printer using masked stereolithography (LCD/MSLA). It's the cheapest and smallest model in the Photon line, aimed at beginners who want to try resin printing without a big investment.

The build volume is just 97×54×150 mm, enough for miniatures, figurines and small parts. Curing happens through a color LCD with 854×480 resolution (pixel size around 0.1155 mm), lit by 405 nm UV LEDs with an upgraded diffusion module for even exposure. Anycubic rates print speed at up to 30 mm/h, with 16x hardware anti-aliasing and a built-in UV cooling system for stable operation.

Pros

Very low cost of entry into resin printing — one of the cheapest LCD printers for learning the technology
Reliable printing out of the box: reviewers report prints succeeding on the first try with no failures during testing
A lead screw paired with a linear rail gives smooth, accurate Z-axis movement
Quiet operation: the fan isn't loud and the printer is silent when idle
Easy build-plate leveling and a well-thought-out UV cooling design
16x anti-aliasing softens the stair-stepping on model edges given the modest screen resolution

Cons

Low screen resolution (854×480) and large pixels limit XY detail — "the pixels are just too big"
Very small build area: you can't print a large model in one piece
The transparent cover doesn't contain resin odor well, and the fan blows the smell outward
Discontinued — officially replaced by the Anycubic Photon Mono 2

The Photon Zero suits anyone trying resin printing for the first time who isn't ready to spend on a pricier machine: printing tabletop miniatures, small figurines and tiny parts. It's a learning machine for mastering the technology rather than a tool for serious work.

Bottom line: a decent entry-level resin printer for the money in its day; today it trails modern mono-LCD models on resolution and speed, but it remains an approachable way into the technology.

Reviews

Compatible Materials

Filament and resin types that work with Anycubic Photon Zero

Standard ResinStandard ResinMiniatures, figurines, high-detail prototypes. The baseline resin for MSLA/LCD printers.ABS-Like ResinABS-Like ResinStrong functional parts and prototypes where standard resin is too brittle.Water-Washable ResinWater-Washable ResinConvenient alcohol-free printing: miniatures and models washed in plain water.Tough ResinTough ResinImpact-resistant functional parts, housings and prototypes that must take a load.Flexible ResinFlexible ResinFlexible parts with detail: gaskets, dampers, soft models, ergonomics.Castable ResinCastable ResinJewelry and dental master models for investment (lost-wax) casting.High-Temp ResinHigh-Temp ResinHeat-resistant parts: molds, tooling, prototypes under heat. High heat deflection temperature (HDT).Plant-Based ResinPlant-Based ResinLess toxic, less smelly printing with detail. An eco option for home and learning.Clear ResinClear ResinTransparent models: lenses, housings, lighting — resistant to yellowing.

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