Q: Can HALOT-X1 print jewelry resin?
A: Yes, but if you use the resins not officially recommended foruse with the HALOT-X1, you will need to fine-tune the printing parameters yourself.
Q: Can ABS-like resin be printed at 0.03 mm layer height? Any recommended settings?
A: Yes, but there is no standard profile for 0.03 mm. You can start with the 0.05 mm profile and reduce the exposure time by about 20%, keeping other settings unchanged.
Q: Can fast resin be printed at 0.1 mm layer height?
A: We recommend printing at 0.05 mm.
Recommended resin profiles can be found here:
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Q: Can water-washable resin be printed at 0.01 mm layer height? Can you provide parameters?
A: Yes. Use the 0.05 mm profile as a base and reduce exposure time to ~1.1–1.2 seconds per layer. Other parameters can remain unchanged.
Q: How much resin should I add to the vat?
A: No more than 500 ml. The vat has a MAX fill line for guidance.
Q: My USB drive transfers files very slowly. How can I speed it up?
A: We recommend using a USB 3.2 flash drive for faster transfer.
Q: How can I delete files stored in the printer?
A: You cannot directly delete historical print files. However, importing a new file will overwrite the one stored on the mainboard.
Q: What UV wavelength is the HALOT-X1 compatible with?
A: It is designed for 405 nm UV resin.
Q: What is the standard printing speed of the HALOT-X1?
A: The standard motor speed is 300 mm/min.
Q: The resin tank lifting and lowering speed seem too slow.
A: The motor speed for both lifting and lowering is configured in the system as an “S-curve” motion profile: slow speed at the “home position” and the “highest point” with acceleration in between.
Q: What is Adaptive Mode?
A: When Adaptive Mode is enabled, the printer automatically adjusts the printing parameters for layers with sudden changes in cross-sectional area. This reduces visible layer lines caused by drastic changes in model geometry.
Q: After finishing a print, I cannot send a new file remotely. The slicer shows the device as busy. Why?
A: After printing is complete, you need to return to the Home screen on the printer. Only then will the Wi-Fi transfer interface display the printer as “Idle.”
Q: What is the smallest printable model size?
A: The limit is about 0.2 mm in diameter for micro-holes or micro-pillars. Standard prints can typically achieve 0.25–3 mm features.
Q: How can I reduce resin odor during printing?
A: Resin odor is common when opening the lid after printing. To minimize it:
Q: Is printing noise normal?
A: Yes. Cooling fans and Z-axis movement generate noise during printing, which is normal.
Q: After using the Detection function, the cooling fan keeps running loudly for a long time. Is this normal?
A: Yes. The HALOT-X1 adjusts fan speed based on the temperature of the light source kit. During exposure tests, the temperature may trigger the fan to run until the light source kit cools down.
Q: Is it normal to hear unusual sounds during the first few layers?
A: Yes. HALOT-X1 uses a leveling-free structure, where the build plate applies slight overpressure. The sound you hear comes from Z-axis pressure, and it will stop after the first ~2 mm.
Q: The printed model repeatedly detaches from the build plate.
A: For persistent adhesion issues: Please follow build plate adhesion issure solutions
Q: Printing fails in low temperatures, and the model does not adhere to the build plate.
A: Poor adhesion can be caused by resin being too cold. Please try the following:
Q： When twisting the quick-release build plate, the model does not fully drop off and only partially detaches.
A： The quick-release build plate is designed to allow model removal without additional tools. However, some models with stronger adhesion on the first layer may require multiple twists to fully detach.
With the latest slicer software (HALOT BOX V4.6.1.4101 or above), we’ve added a preview outline of the quick-release platform’s movable parts in the build area. Placing your model across several of these intersections will improve the chance of it dropping off cleanly.
Q: After removing the model from the build plate, resin residue remains on the platform. How can I reduce this?
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Q： When printing transparent resin, cured resin accumulates in build plate gaps, making it difficult to clean.
A： Please follow HALOT-X1 Build Plate Cleaning Guide to clean the build plate.
Q: Why does my finished model look whitish or feel sticky?
A: This usually means the model was not fully cleaned during post-processing. Wash it again in 95%+ alcohol to ensure no residue remains. After proper cleaning, the model surface should be clear and non-sticky.
Q: Resin sometimes splashes during printing. How can I reduce this?
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Q: Does the HALOT-X1 support time-lapse photography?
A: Yes, but only when paired with the Creality Nebula Camera. Connect the camera via USB, enable time-lapse mode, and after the print finishes, you can view the video in the Creality Cloud app.
Q: If the HALOT-X1 does not have an AFU, will it pause automatically when resin runs out?
A: No. Without the AFU (auto Feed unit), the printer cannot detect resin levels.
Q: Where can I check the total usage time of the HALOT-X1?
A: The total usage time cannot be checked directly. However, the printer has a maintenance function that records the usage time of the release film.
To check the usage time of the release film, please navigate to [Settings] - [System Settings] - [Printer Maintenance]
Q: The “Door security” reminder pop-up is annoying, and I have to close the UV light shield before the build plate can move down.
A: This feature is designed for safety. We do not recommend disabling it.
However, if the sensor is faulty or you need to disable the function, you can manually turn it off by navigate to [Settings]-[Print Settings]-[Door Security Reminder]
Q: Why can’t my iPhone hotspot be detected by the HALOT-X1?
A: For iPhone 11 or later, go to Settings → Personal Hotspot → Maximize Compatibility. Enable this option so the printer can detect the hotspot.
Q: The bottom or surface of the printed model has a honeycomb pattern.
A: This is a common challenge for all printers using a matrix light source, as it can produce grid-like intersection marks on cured resin. We are optimizing our masking algorithm to minimize these patterns as much as possible.
Q: I heard the HALOT-X1 touchscreen plays a screensaver after long inactivity, but mine doesn’t during printing. Why?
A: Please go to [Settings] → [System Settings] → [Firmware Update] → [OTA] and update to the latest firmware version.
Q: Why does the printer show “Model file verification error” when loading a print file? How can I fix it?
A: This happens if the machine information inside the sliced file does not match the HALOT-X1. To fix it:
Q: Can the HALOT-X1, like the MAGE series, choose between printer parameters and file parameters?
A: No. On the HALOT-X1, only file parameters are used. However, you can adjust certain parameters directly on the touch screen before starting.
Q: The light intensity is not adjustable. The default intensity of 6500 μW/cm² is too high, which may cause compatibility issues with third-party resins and reduce print accuracy. While other 16K printers allow light power adjustment.
A: We aim to reduce the operational difficulty for beginners, so this parameter is currently not user-adjustable. We recommend using official resins to avoid compatibility issues. We will continue to collect user feedback to decide whether to enable this function in the future.