Carbon M3 — Technical data

The M3 arrived in January 2022 as the next generation after the M2 and keeps its build volume of 189 × 118 × 326 mm at a pixel size of 75 µm. New features are infrared heating for the resin, closed-loop control of separation force and temperature, and revised oxygen-permeable optics. For dental models Carbon quotes up to 2.5 times the throughput of the M2 and an accuracy of up to ±65 µm plus 1 µm per millimetre. The unit weighs 231 kg, measures 760 × 696 × 1,760 mm and needs compressed air, exhaust and a network.

Carbon also offers the M3 on subscription; printer software, updates and preventive maintenance are included and run via the manufacturer's cloud. With a used offer the first question is whether the seller owns the machine and whether Carbon will activate it for a new customer. Technically, look at the 1,700 ml cassettes, the windows and lids, and the platforms: current M3 platforms do not fit the Smart Part Washer, only older ones with an adapter. A compressed air connection and a 4-inch exhaust duct must be available on site.