Liqcreate Premium Tough, a semi-opaque milky white photopolymer resin, is gaining attention among 3D printing enthusiasts for its unique balance of rigidity and impact strength. While the resin appears transparent in its liquid form, it transforms into a semi-opaque finish during the printing process — a feature more pronounced in thicker sections. However, users of high-powered 3D printers such as the Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K may run into challenges when using this material. Newer generations of resin printers deliver such intense UV-light output that the resin struggles to absorb the light properly. This can result in overexposure, commonly referred to as through-cure or bleeding, which negatively affects the quality of the print.
To address this, a simple adjustment within the Chitubox slicer software can significantly improve outcomes. By reducing the printer’s light power, users can achieve cleaner, more accurate prints without any hardware modifications. That said, for those seeking the most refined results, professionals still recommend opting for an opaque resin such as Liqcreate Premium Black, which is better suited to the high-intensity output of modern printers. For hobbyists and professionals alike, understanding how to fine-tune printer settings can make all the difference in achieving superior 3D print quality. When you have any questions regarding Liqcraete resins, please contact us.
Why change the UV-power in resin 3D-printers?
As 3D printing continues to evolve, high-powered machines like the Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K V2 are opening up new possibilities — but they also require a fresh approach when working with classic resins such as Liqcreate Premium Tough. Premium Tough, known for its balance of rigidity and impact resistance, can occasionally be overexposed on today’s advanced printers. This is due to their significantly increased UV light output, which may cure more resin than intended — a process known as “bleeding” or “through-cure.” The result can be a slight reduction in detail, particularly in overhangs or delicate structures.
The good news? There’s a simple and effective solution. Rather than reducing exposure time alone — which may lead to incomplete prints — users can adjust UV-power settings in the Chitubox slicing software. By lowering the UV light power percentage and increasing the exposure time in the advanced settings tab, it’s possible to achieve good results with Premium Tough on more powerful printers. This approach helps preserve the accuracy and most of the detail, while adapting to the capabilities of next-generation hardware. With just a few smart tweaks, users can continue to enjoy reliable, high-quality prints — even when combining older materials with cutting-edge technology.
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Settings for Liqcreate Premium Tough on the Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K V2.
Achieving good print-quality parts with resin materials like Liqcreate Premium Tough on powerful 3D printers isn’t just about the hardware — it’s also about the software. For users working with the Chitubox slicer, adjusting the UV light power is a key step toward getting precise results in transparent resins. This setting can be found under the Advanced tab of the software, where both the Bottom Light PWM (for initial layers) and Light PWM (for regular layers) can be modified.
Recommend settings for optimal results:
- – For 100-micron layer height: Set the UV power to 30% and increase the exposure time to 12.0 seconds for regular layers.
- – For 50-micron layer height: Reduce the UV power to 10% and raise the exposure time to 16.0 seconds. It is advised to print at 100 micron layers. 50 micron layers do not give much improvement in quality.
These adjustments help compensate for the intense UV output for the Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K V2 printer, ensuring the resin cures without much overexposing neighboring layers. The result: improved accuracy and fewer failed prints.
By taking a few moments to fine-tune these settings, users can unlock the full potential of both their resin and their printer — combining classic materials with cutting-edge performance.
Team Liqcreate wishes you happy resin 3Dprinting! When you have any questions about working with Liqcreate resin on the Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K V2 or other resin based 3D-printer, don’t hestitate to contact us at info@liqcreate.com.
