The idea of a super affordable, palm-sized resin 3D printer sounds great—until you realize most of what you want to print is bigger than a chess piece. If that’s the case, we’ve found a fairly affordable, regular-sized alternative from a major player in the 3D printing space. Folks, meet the HALOT-X1 True Leveling-Free 16K Resin 3D Printer.
The HALOT-X1 brings pro-level features without the usual headaches. The biggest win? True Leveling-Free printing. That’s right, no manual calibration. The fixed build plate is pre-leveled out of the box, so you can start printing without playing the trial-and-error game.
Then there’s the Quick-Release Build Plate, which lets you pop off prints with a twist instead of scraping them off like a caveman. The new motion structure also keeps the build plate still while the resin vat moves, reducing layer lines for cleaner prints.
The 16K mono LCD (10.1 inches) delivers incredible detail, working with a 92-light-zone intelligent exposure system to optimize print accuracy and extend the LCD’s lifespan. Meanwhile, the AFU Resin Management System automates resin feeding, heating (to 30–45°C / 86–113°F), and weight detection—meaning less mess and more printing.
With a build volume of 211.68 × 118.37 × 200 mm (8.3 × 4.6 × 7.9 inches), this isn’t some tiny trinket printer. It’s big enough for serious projects while still being user-friendly.
Kickstarter pricing starts at US$399 (limited to 100 units), but those are out. If you want one now, your options are the US$459 standard edition and a US$519 bundle that includes the AFU Resin System. Early backers also get a free 3-month CHITUBOX Pro license. If you’re tired of endless leveling and messy resin handling, the HALOT-X1 might be your new best friend.
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