HeyGears G1X: The First Desktop Full-Color 3D UV Printer
Professional-grade 3D, UV, and fabric printing in one compact device.
1Breakthrough in desktop 3D printing
The HeyGears G1X series marks a significant advancement in desktop 3D printing technology by combining full-color 3D printing, UV printing, and fabric printing capabilities in a single device. Unlike traditional industrial printers that cost tens of thousands of dollars, the G1X offers professional-grade results at under $5,000. Its compact size (420 × 330 × 130 mm build volume) makes it accessible for small businesses and creators who previously couldn't afford industrial solutions.
2World's first full-color UV desktop printer
The G1X stands out as the first desktop printer capable of full-color 3D UV printing, overcoming the single-color limitation of most hobbyist 3D printers. It can print multiple colors, transparencies, and realistic textures simultaneously without requiring post-printing painting. The UV 3D resin produces durable, smooth models with high detail resolution, making it suitable for professional applications beyond typical hobbyist use.
3Three specialized printing modes
The printer offers three distinct modes: Ultra-High Speed (12x faster using four white ink channels), High-Speed (6x faster with two white ink channels), and Wide-Gamut (3x faster with enhanced color reproduction). The system incorporates light cyan and light magenta inks to expand the color gamut, achieving G7 Colorspace certification for professional-grade color accuracy across over 10 million colors at up to 1440 x 2400 DPI resolution.
4Versatile fabric printing capabilities
Beyond 3D printing, the G1X handles both Direct-to-Film (DTF) and Direct-to-Garment (DTG) fabric printing using water-based Aqueous ink. This allows printing directly onto plastic films for heat transfer or onto garments like T-shirts and hats. The capability addresses a growing market of small businesses specializing in custom apparel, providing professional textile printing without requiring separate equipment.
5Advanced material compatibility
The printer supports over 400 materials including wood, glass, leather, acrylic, and metal in its UV printing mode. The 3D-texture UV printing can create textured builds up to 150mm high with surface relief effects. This material versatility enables applications ranging from miniatures and toys to spare parts and customizable retail items, all from a single desktop device.
6Cost-efficient operation
HeyGears reduces long-term costs through several innovations: the durable Epson i3200-U1HD printhead minimizes maintenance, certified inks cost 7-9 cents per mL (below market rates), and water-soluble supports eliminate post-processing. The modular system includes resin station, flatbed, roll-to-film, and rotary printing options while maintaining automatic calibration for consistent quality.
7Intelligent maintenance systems
The G1X features three cleaning modes (Regular, Jetting, Deep) and an anti-clogging system with white-ink stirring, printhead heating, and automated moisturizing. These systems maintain performance during idle periods up to two months. The printer automatically performs maintenance between jobs when powered on, significantly reducing user intervention compared to conventional 3D printers.
8Democratizing professional 3D printing
By offering approximately 90% of industrial 3D printing capabilities at 1/10th the cost, the G1X series represents a major shift in accessibility. Combined with HeyVerse AI's text-to-model and image-to-model features, it lowers both the financial and technical barriers to professional-grade 3D printing, potentially disrupting markets from prototyping to small-batch manufacturing.
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