Anycubic High Speed Resin 2.0 Complete Guide: fast photopolymer resin for high-speed 3D printing

Anycubic High Speed Resin 2.0 is a specialized photopolymer resin for users who need fast, stable and repeatable resin 3D printing. It is designed for LCD, MSLA and DLP 3D printers that work with 365-405 nm / 405 nm UV-curable resins, and it is especially suitable for modern Anycubic Photon machines.

The main purpose of this resin is to reduce printing time while keeping the process predictable. Its low-viscosity formula helps the resin flow back into the exposure area more quickly after the build plate lifts. This is important for large models, wide cross-sections, dense support structures, batch production and any workflow where speed matters.

High Speed Resin 2.0 is useful for rapid prototypes, large decorative models, cosplay tools, technical mockups, housings, test samples and small production runs. However, like any resin material, it requires correct calibration: exposure, layer height, lift speed, film condition, temperature and supports all affect the final result.


πŸš€ What is Anycubic High Speed Resin 2.0?

Anycubic High Speed Resin 2.0 is a second-generation fast resin developed for high-speed resin 3D printing. Compared with standard general-purpose resins, it focuses on faster flow, lower viscosity and better suitability for accelerated printing profiles.

After each layer is exposed, the build plate lifts, the printed layer separates from the release film and fresh resin must flow back under the model. If the resin is too thick, this refill process takes longer. On small models this may not be a serious limitation, but on large parts or fast profiles it can cause defects, weak layers and support failures.

High Speed Resin 2.0 helps solve this issue by improving resin flow inside the vat. This makes it a practical material for workshops, resin print services, prototyping labs, design studios and advanced hobby users who want to print faster without losing control over print quality.

⭐ Features: key advantages of Anycubic High Speed Resin 2.0

  • ⚑ High-speed printing — optimized to reduce production time for large models, prototypes and repeated parts.
  • πŸ’§ Low viscosity of 75-85 mPa·s at 25 ℃ — flows back into the printing area faster and supports accelerated workflows.
  • 🧱 Improved model resilience — the 2.0 formula is designed to produce more reliable parts with better resistance to cracking and handling damage.
  • 🎯 Good precision for a fast resin — supports clean contours, smooth surfaces and readable details when properly calibrated.
  • 🧼 Easier cleaning — lower viscosity helps remove uncured resin from the model surface during IPA washing.
  • 🌬️ Lower odor — positioned as a low-odor resin for a more comfortable workflow.
  • 🏭 Suitable for batch printing — practical for workshops, print farms and regular production of parts.
  • πŸ–ŒοΈ Good post-processing behavior — after washing, drying and UV curing, models can be sanded, primed and painted.
  • βœ… Broad compatibility — suitable for LCD, MSLA and DLP 3D printers using 405 nm UV resin after profile calibration.

πŸ”¬ Why low viscosity matters in high-speed resin printing

Low viscosity is one of the most important characteristics of a high-speed resin. It determines how quickly the material returns under the model after each lift movement. If the resin is too thick, it fills the exposure area more slowly, which can lead to weak layers, surface defects, support issues or failed prints.

High-speed resin printing needs a material that can not only cure quickly but also move efficiently inside the vat. High Speed Resin 2.0 helps reduce waiting time between layers and is especially useful on modern monochrome LCD printers with high UV intensity.

🧩 Best applications for Anycubic High Speed Resin 2.0

  • ⚑ Rapid prototyping — checking shape, fit, size, ergonomics and assembly before final production.
  • 🎭 Cosplay and props — large tools, decorative costume parts, props and accessories.
  • πŸ—οΈ Architectural models — building fragments, facades, interiors and presentation mockups.
  • 🧱 Structural prototypes — housings, brackets, fixtures, test elements and assembly parts.
  • 🏭 Batch printing — small production runs where repeatability and reduced print time are important.
  • 🎨 Paint-ready models — parts that will be sanded, primed and painted after printing.
  • πŸ§ͺ Test samples — early versions before switching to a more specialized final resin.

βœ… Compatibility with resin 3D printers

Anycubic High Speed Resin 2.0 is compatible with resin 3D printers that use 365-405 nm or 405 nm UV light. It works best with modern Anycubic Photon LCD printers, but it can also be used on other compatible resin printers after exposure calibration.

  • βœ… Anycubic Photon series: Photon P1, Photon Mono M7, Photon Mono M7 Pro, Photon Mono M7 Max, Photon Mono M5, Photon Mono M5s, Photon Mono M5s Pro, Photon Mono 4, Photon Mono 4K, Photon Mono 4 Ultra, Photon Mono 2, Photon Mono X2, Photon Mono X 6K, Photon Mono X6Ks, Photon M3 Max, Photon M3 Premium and other Photon models.
  • βœ… Elegoo: Mars, Saturn, Jupiter and other 405 nm LCD/MSLA printers.
  • βœ… Phrozen: Sonic Mini, Sonic Mighty, Sonic Mega and other compatible models.
  • βœ… Creality: HALOT ONE, HALOT SKY, HALOT LITE, HALOT MAGE, HALOT MAGE PRO, HALOT R6 series.
  • βœ… Uniformation: GK series, including GKtwo and GK3.
  • βœ… Nova3D, Peopoly and other brands — if they support 365-405 nm / 405 nm photopolymer resin.
  • ❌ Not suitable for FDM/FFF 3D printers, because this is liquid photopolymer resin, not 1.75 mm plastic filament.

πŸ§ͺ Specification: Anycubic High Speed Resin 2.0 technical data

Category Parameter Value
Preparation Pre-print preparation Shake well before use
Print conditions Print environment 20-40 ℃
Print parameters First layer exposure duration 15-25 s
Print parameters Normal exposure duration 1.5-2.8 s
Print parameters Print temperature 20-50 ℃
Physical properties Material Photopolymer Resin
Physical properties Wavelength 365-405 nm
Physical properties Viscosity 75-85 mPa·s at 25 ℃
Physical properties Density 1.14 g/cm³
Mechanical properties Hardness 83-85 HD
Mechanical properties Tensile Strength 37-47 MPa
Mechanical properties Elongation at Break 16-20%
Mechanical properties Bending Modulus 52-65 MPa
Mechanical properties Bending Strength 1700-3300 MPa
Mechanical properties Young's Modulus 1300-1500 MPa
Mechanical properties Izod Impact Strength 87 J/m
Mechanical properties Volume Shrinkage Rate 5-6%
Post-processing Cleaning 95% IPA
Post-processing Washing duration ≥3 mins
Post-processing UV Wavelength 405 nm
Post-processing Curing Temperature 18-30 ℃
Post-processing UV Intensity 25000-30000 uW/c㎑
Post-processing Curing time 3 mins
Disposal After UV curing Cured resin is treated as plastic waste

🎨 Color Type: available Anycubic High Speed Resin 2.0 colors

Color Official Color Type HEX Recommended use
⚫ Black Black #212721 Housings, technical parts, decorative models, high-contrast elements
βšͺ White White #EFF0F1 Paint-ready models, presentation mockups, light prototypes
πŸ”˜ Gray Gray #7E93A7 General prototypes, master models, surface and geometry inspection
πŸ’Ž Clear Clear / Decorative parts, light-transmitting elements, visual experiments

βš™οΈ Recommended Printing Parameters

The values below are recommended starting points. For the most accurate result, run an exposure test, especially when using a different printer, a new release film, unusual temperature, large model or dense support structure.

Printer Model Exposure Time Light-Off Time Bottom Exposure Time Bottom Layers Z Lift Distance Z Lift Speed Z Retract Speed Anti-Aliasing Level Layer Thickness
Photon P1 1.5 s 2 s 15 s 1 5 mm 3 mm/s 3 mm/s 4 0.05 mm
Photon Mono M7 1.4 s 0.5 s 15 s 5 4 mm 15 mm/s 15 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
Photon Mono M7 Pro 1.4 s 0.5 s 15 s 5 4 mm 15 mm/s 15 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
Photon Mono M7 Max 1.8 s 0.5 s 30 s 5 8 mm 6 mm/s 6 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
Photon Mono M5 2 s 0.5 s 25 s 5 8 mm 5 mm/s 6 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
Photon Mono M5s 2.8 s 0.5 s 25 s 5 8 mm 5 mm/s 6 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
Photon Mono M5s Pro 3.6 s 0.5 s 30 s 5 8 mm 6 mm/s 6 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
Photon Mono 4 2.2 s 1 s 30 s 5 6 mm 4 mm/s 6 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
Photon Mono 4K 2 s 0.5 s 25 s 6 5 mm 4 mm/s 6 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
Photon Mono 4 Ultra 2 s 1 s 30 s 5 5 mm 8 mm/s 8 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
Photon Mono 2 2.5 s 0.5 s 18 s 5 5 mm 4 mm/s 6 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
Photon Mono X2 2.5 s 0.5 s 18 s 5 6 mm 2 mm/s 6 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
Photon Mono X 6K 2 s 0.5 s 18 s 6 6 mm 4 mm/s 6 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
Photon Mono X6Ks 2.5 s 0.5 s 15 s 5 6 mm 4 mm/s 6 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
ANYCUBIC Photon M3 Max 2 s 0.5 s 18 s 5 5 mm 4 mm/s 6 mm/s 1 0.1 mm
ANYCUBIC Photon M3 Premium 1.5 s 0.5 s 18 s 5 6 mm 6 mm/s 6 mm/s 1 0.1 mm

πŸ“„ File Download: technical files

  • πŸ“˜ MSDS / SDS — material safety data sheet with classification, protection, handling, storage, first aid and disposal information.
  • πŸ“— TDS — technical data sheet with properties, printing conditions and post-processing information.
  • πŸ“™ RoHS — report related to restricted hazardous substances.
  • πŸ“• REACH — document related to chemical safety and controlled substances.

🧼 How to use High Speed Resin 2.0 correctly

  1. 🧴 Shake the bottle. Pigments and components should be evenly mixed before printing.
  2. 🧽 Clean the vat and build plate. Old resin residue and cured particles may cause defects.
  3. πŸ” Check the release film. Scratches, cloudiness or punctures can reduce layer quality.
  4. 🌑️ Control temperature. Low temperature increases viscosity and reduces printing stability.
  5. βš™οΈ Start with recommended settings. Then run an exposure test for your printer.
  6. 🧀 Use nitrile gloves and eye protection. Uncured resin should not touch skin or eyes.
  7. 🧼 Wash the model. Use 95% IPA or a suitable resin cleaner.
  8. πŸ’¨ Dry the model completely. The surface should be dry before UV curing.
  9. πŸ”† Post-cure the model. Use 405 nm UV light for stable final properties.
  10. ♻️ Filter unused resin. Remove cured particles before returning resin to the bottle.

πŸ›‘οΈ Safety and storage

Low odor does not mean the resin is completely safe without protection. Liquid photopolymer resin must be handled carefully. Work in a ventilated area, use gloves and eye protection, and keep the resin away from children, pets, food-contact surfaces and direct sunlight.

  • 🧀 Use nitrile gloves when handling resin, the vat, the build plate and fresh prints.
  • πŸ₯½ Wear eye protection when pouring, washing or removing models.
  • 🌬️ Work in a ventilated area or use air filtration.
  • β˜€οΈ Do not expose liquid resin to direct sunlight.
  • 🌑️ Store the bottle tightly closed at room temperature.
  • ♻️ Do not pour liquid resin or contaminated IPA into drains.
  • πŸ”† Fully UV-cure resin waste before disposal.

❓ FAQs about Anycubic High Speed Resin 2.0

 

 

What is Anycubic High Speed Resin 2.0 best for?

It is best for rapid prototypes, large models, cosplay tools, structural parts, mockups and small production batches.

Can it print detailed miniatures?

Yes, but for ultra-detailed collectible miniatures, a specialized high-detail resin may be a better choice.

Is it suitable for Photon Mono M7 Pro?

Yes. The official table lists 0.1 mm layer thickness, 1.4 s exposure, 0.5 s light-off time, 15 s bottom exposure and 5 bottom layers for Photon Mono M7 Pro.

Can I use it on Elegoo Mars or Saturn?

Yes, if the printer works with 405 nm photopolymer resin. However, exposure should be calibrated manually.

How should printed models be cleaned?

Use 95% IPA or a suitable resin cleaner.

Does it have a strong odor?

It is positioned as a low-odor resin, but ventilation and protective equipment are still recommended.

Should I shake the bottle?

Yes. Shake well before use to make the resin uniform.

Can I mix it with other resins?

Mixing is possible as an experiment, but it changes viscosity, color, exposure and mechanical behavior.

Why does my model fail to stick to the build plate?

Check build plate leveling, bottom exposure, build plate cleanliness, temperature, release film condition and bottom layer count.

Why do defects appear during fast printing?

Common reasons include excessive speed, weak supports, large cross-sections, insufficient exposure or poor resin backflow.

Can printed models be painted?

Yes. After washing, drying and UV curing, models can be sanded, primed and painted.

Is it suitable for FDM printers?

No. It is liquid photopolymer resin for LCD/MSLA/DLP printers, not filament.

If I buy 3KG, is it one bottle?

No. A 3KG quantity is usually supplied as three 1KG bottles.

 

 

🏁 Conclusion

Anycubic High Speed Resin 2.0 is a strong choice for fast resin 3D printing when productivity, stability and easy post-processing are important. It is suitable for prototypes, large parts, cosplay projects, mockups, batch printing and paint-ready models.

For the best result, configure the print profile carefully: exposure, layer height, bottom layers, lift speed, supports and temperature all matter. With proper calibration, High Speed Resin 2.0 helps users print faster, more consistently and more efficiently.