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Anycubic Chiron, exceptional build volume at a reasonable price

The Anycubic Chiron is an entry-level FDM printer offering a generous 400mm x 400mm x 450mm build volume coupled with convenient features such as auto-leveling and dual limit switch for the Z-axis, resulting in a very stable heated bed that guarantees a good finish of the printed models. It is not the most complete model we have seen and it is not out of the oven either, but for a price of 400 euros or less, it is difficult to beat its offer, therefore, it is worthy of our attention.

Before we start, we want to recommend to the Anycubic Vyper for those looking for a more basic but equally reliable option, since we can vouch for its high quality on our own.

Technical characteristics of the Anycubic Chiron printer

ANYCUBIC CHIRON PRINTER
Dimensions 651 x 612 x 720mm
Weight 10kg
Colors Black
Materials metal / plastic
printing technology FDM (fused deposition modeling)
print resolution ±0.1mm
Positioning accuracy X/Y 0.0125mm; Z0.002mm
nozzle diameter 0.4mm
print speed 20 to 100mm/s
Filament PLA, ABS, HIPS, TPU, Wood
Operating ambient temperature 8°C – 40°C
Nozzle operating temperature max. ≤260°C
Hot bed operating temperature max. ≤110°C
bed dimensions 400 x 400 x 450mm
input/output format .STL, .OBJ, .AMF / GCode
connection mode SD card / USB cable
Electrical Entry Rating: 110V/220V AC, 50/60Hz
Package content 3D Printer, PLA Filament, Pliers, Scraper, Tools, M5 Screws (10pcs), Tweezers, Gloves, Power Cord, SD Card, USB Cable, User Manual.
Manufacturer’s official site anycubic.com

 

 

This is the Anycubic Chiron

This is a very simple DIY 3D printer that comes pre-assembled The hardest thing we’ll have to do to put it together is to put the gantry in place and screw it in from the bottom, connect some cables, fix the filament spool in place and within 30 minutes or less everything should be in place. Ease of use has always been one of this manufacturer’s strengths and the Chiron is no exception to the rule, even Comes with all the tools that we could need for this task and that is something that is appreciated.

As we can guess from its build volume, it’s not a small printer, but it’s not bulky either. It measures 651 x 612 x 720 mm, which means that we will need a large workspace before getting down to business.

Something that differentiates the Chiron printer from the competition in its respective range is that it has double limit for Z axis which helps to stabilize the heated bed.

double limit for Z axis

Speaking of the heated bed, Anycubic calls it Ultrabase Pro and presumes that it has a good level of adherence, which is due to its microporous coating. It also ensures that prints will be easy to remove once the bed surface cools.

Anycubic Chiron - Design

A detail that we cannot ignore is the presence of a full color TFT touch screen to control settings and operate the printer. The user interface is intuitive and easy to understand, although it is only available in English and Chinese.

Printing and features

The main selling point of this printer is the huge build volume without the expected high price tag. In this sense, the Chiron meets and exceeds, offering a 400 x 400 x 450mm volume which allows you to print large-scale models with ease. Also, the build platform works with most filaments, such as PLA, ABS, HIPS, TPU and even wood.

Anycubic Chiron - Build Volume

Also noteworthy is the short distance extruder, as it allows a smooth release of the molten filaments. This process allows the machine to achieve greater printing precision between 0.002 and 0.012 inches (0.05 and 0.3 millimeters).

Auto-leveling is another virtue we don’t see every day on budget printers like this, so it earns a few points, but as we’ll see below, its implementation isn’t perfect. Going into details, it is an automatic leveling matrix that detects 25 points and has real-time adjustment combined with nozzle height compensation. The problem is that the first time we have to manually adjust the bed to make sure it is level.

Anycubic Chiron - Auto Leveling

If everything went well, we can wait decent prints free of noticeable ghosting, warping, or overhangs but it should be noted that it might require a few calibrations to get to that point.

When it is put to work on complex prints for a long time it is normal that it generates a lot of heat, but fortunately the cooling system does its job so that the process can continue. The bad? The fans are audible and quite.

Finally, it should be noted that this machine consists of filament sensor to warn us if the supply breaks or runs out, as well as supports printing resumption after a power outage.

connectivity

The Anycubic Chiron is essentially a budget printer with a handful of exceptional features, like its build volume, so don’t expect anything fancy past this point. In this sense, there is no wireless connectivity, all we have to work with is a classic USB port and a slot for SD memory cards.

Anycubic Chiron - 3D Printing

At the software level, it is compatible with the most used cutting programs, such as Cura or Simplify3D, Anycubic has never been a brand of denying possibilities.

Availability and price of the Anycubic Chiron


Despite its age, the Anycubic Chiron still offers one of the largest build volumes you can find right now and in this price range, so we can conclude that it’s still worth your time, especially when it comes to of your first 3D printer.

The Anycubic Chiron is available for your purchase through AliExpress.com for an affordable price.

 

PROS:
  • Generous build volume
  • Removable stepper drivers
  • The Ultrabase Pro bed
  • Intuitive user interface and touch screen

 

CONS:
  • noisy fans
  • Auto leveling leaves a bit to be desired

 

8
Total score

 

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