In a time when UV Resin 3d printers are becoming much more affordable, and available to all home users, not just professionals, it is important to remember that they are not equal in build and function.  There are many to choose from, and based on the fact that many function with the same ‘Slicer’ software, it is assumed that they are all made the same, but just re-branded!  No…  Thats not the truth!

Ever since I purchased my Epax X1 resin printer, I’ve been getting many comments and emails from people that I wasted money buying the Epax because its just a Elegoo Mars.  That, however, isn’t why I purchased my Epax.  No, I didn’t want to replace my Elegoo Mars, I love it.  It prints great, works easily, and is simple to maintain.

Why did I get an Epax X1?

Simple to say, I was looking for a printer that had some different features.  For instance, the Elegoo Mars is not upgradable.  The UV Light is what it is.  There are no options available.  This is good though, because out of the box, the Mars just works!  It works Great!

The Epax X1, however, has the ability to be upgraded.  You can add a parallel UV light array, which offers a better saturation of UV light through the lcd display array.  Even without that, the Epax X1 comes with a 50 watt UV light array, stepped down to 40 watts.  It also has a larger heat sync, which makes for cooler operation, and will keep the UV Light from overheating, and make it last longer.  It has a Metal housing, and two fans.  

Rather than explanation, let’s watch my video.  Take a look at the insides of both, and you be the judge.