HeyGears Unveils Full-Color Desktop 3D and UV Printer Series
HeyGears is opening reservations for its G1 Series, a desktop printer capable of full-color 3D models, raised textures, and 2D UV printing, ahead of a July Kickstarter launch.
Guangzhou-based HeyGears has announced its G1 Series desktop printer, which offers capabilities for full-color 3D models, raised 3D textures, and 2D UV printing. The system aims to produce visual, functional, and customized objects in small formats, eliminating the need for manual painting by printing color directly from the build platform.
Beyond full-color 3D printing, the G1 Series can apply raised textures up to 5 mm in height. With compatible attachments, it can also function as a standalone 2D UV printer for various substrates, including flat, curved, and roll-fed materials. The G1X model features an 8-channel UV ink system capable of producing over 10 million colors, utilizing a Raster Image Processor algorithm for color blending and Digital Material Jetting with rapid UV curing to maintain sharp details.
The printer supports the combination of full-color and transparent components in a single build, streamlining assembly. For complex geometries, water-soluble supports are employed. The G1X model is equipped with an Epson i3200 printhead, featuring 3,200 nozzles and 3.9 pL droplets, while the more accessible G1 Starter Pack uses an F1080 printhead with a 6-channel ink system.
Software support includes HeyVerse and Blueprint Studio, offering features like text-to-3D and image-to-3D generation, along with line-scan imaging for object positioning and alignment. Reservations are now open with a $50 deposit, securing VIP pricing for the upcoming Kickstarter campaign. Shipping is projected to commence in 2026, with final details on shipping fees and duties to be confirmed.
The HeyGears G1 Series integrates full-color 3D printing with 2D UV printing capabilities, expanding the versatility of desktop additive manufacturing. This development pushes towards more direct production of visually rich and functional end-use parts, reducing post-processing steps. Such multi-functional systems are key to making advanced additive manufacturing accessible for diverse applications, from prototyping to customized consumer goods.
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