HeyGears G1 Series Integrates Full-Color 3D Printing and UV Printing
HeyGears has launched the G1 Series, a modular desktop 3D printing system on Kickstarter that combines full-color 3D printing with 2D and 3D-textured UV printing capabilities.
The new HeyGears G1 Series aims to streamline the production of finished, colorful objects by integrating multiple printing technologies into a single platform. Traditionally, achieving vibrant colors and detailed finishes on desktop 3D prints has required significant manual post-processing, such as painting and sealing.
The G1X model, designed for full-color 3D printing, utilizes Precision Piezo Inkjet technology coupled with UV curing. This allows for layer-by-layer construction with millions of colors, gradients, fine details, and the ability to combine transparent and colored materials within a single print. It also features water-soluble support material to simplify the removal of supports from complex geometries.
In addition to its full-color 3D printing capabilities, the G1X incorporates an industrial-grade Epson i3200 printhead for UV printing. This allows for high-resolution printing (up to 1440 × 2400 DPI) directly onto compatible flat and cylindrical surfaces. This feature is intended for applications such as customized merchandise, signage, and packaging prototypes, potentially eliminating the need for separate printing services.
The G1 Series is supported by HeyGears' HeyVerse and Blueprint Studio software ecosystem, which includes features like AI-assisted model generation from text or images and digital asset libraries, aiming to simplify the design-to-print workflow for users with varying levels of 3D modeling experience. Kickstarter pricing for the G1 Series ranges from $1,999 to $6,798, with early bird discounts available.
This development addresses a key bottleneck in desktop additive manufacturing: achieving high-quality, full-color finishes without extensive manual intervention. By integrating direct-to-object UV printing with multi-color 3D printing, the G1 Series offers a more complete workflow for producing visually appealing prototypes and customized end-use parts, potentially expanding AM's use in consumer goods and small-scale production.
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