For heated 8K resin printing

Uniformation GKtwo

An MSLA resin printer with a parallel matrix 8K light source, a 228 × 128 × 245 mm build volume, and XY resolution advertised at 29.6 µm per Uniformation.

In short The UniFormation GKtwo is an resin (MSLA) 3D printer with a 228 × 128 × 245 mm (9 × 5 × 9.6 in) build volume. Uniformation claims a 10.3-inch 8K LCD and 29.6 µm XY resolution; the printer measures 350 × 315 × 455 mm (13.8 × 12.4 × 17.9 in).

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Uniformation GKtwo, manufacturer imageResin · MSLA
Image provided by Uniformation. The pictured equipment does not establish the bundle contents.
228×128×245mmBuild volume
8K10.3″LCD screen
29.6µmXY resolution

Why consider it?

An 8K screen at 7680 × 4320 pixels with a parallel matrix light source, XY resolution advertised at 29.6 µm, a non-immersed quick-release build plate, and built-in heating up to 35°C per Uniformation.

What to verify

Controls run through a separate 5-inch touchscreen apart from the exposure screen; exact bundle contents (accessories, starter resin) should be checked on the retailer's listing.

UniFormation GKtwo specifications

Technology
Resin (MSLA)
Build volume
228 × 128 × 245 mm (9 × 5 × 9.6 in)
Printer dimensions
350 × 315 × 455 mm (13.8 × 12.4 × 17.9 in)
Enclosure
Protective cover
LCD screen
10.3 in · 8K
XY resolution
29.6 µm
Multicolor
One resin at a time; no automatic color or material switching.
Materials
Compatible 405 nm UV resins for MSLA, each with its own profile, with a built-in activated carbon filter to cut odors per Uniformation.
Screen
5-inch touchscreen
Connectivity
USB
Listed features
Built-in air filtration
W 350 mmD 315 mmH 455 mm
Printer 350 × 315 × 455 mmBuild volume 228 × 128 × 245 mm

How much space does it need?

The UniFormation GKtwo measures 350 × 315 × 455 mm (13.8 × 12.4 × 17.9 in) for a 228 × 128 × 245 mm (9 × 5 × 9.6 in) build volume: the dashed box is the printer, the solid cube the largest theoretical part, about 14% of the machine’s volume. Add room for the spool or multicolor unit, cables and ventilation.

Source: official Uniformation pages (uniformation3d.com), checked September 28, 2026. Manufacturer claims, not our measurements. Build volume is nominal: orientation, supports and reserved zones can reduce the usable space.

Which projects is it for?

The GKtwo targets makers who want 8K resolution on a 228 × 128 × 245 mm build volume per Uniformation, enough for detailed miniatures, game pieces, or mid-size prototypes in a single print, without the added footprint of a full production-scale machine.

Built-in heating, adjustable to 25, 30, or 35°C and advertised as reaching 35°C in 8 minutes at 10°C ambient per Uniformation, targets unheated workshops where cold resin makes winter printing harder.

Materials and setup

The 7680 × 4320-pixel 8K screen paired with a parallel matrix light source targets XY resolution advertised at 29.6 µm per Uniformation, for fine detail on standard 405 nm UV resins.

The non-immersed build plate design keeps its surface clean outside the resin bath, with perimeter grooves to limit spills; a built-in activated carbon filter and an anti-scratch screen film round out the equipment per Uniformation.

What the bundle includes or not

Uniformation highlights the 5-inch touchscreen for control, the quick-release build plate, and the resin vat; exact accessories included (starter resin, tools, gloves) should be checked on the retailer's listing before ordering.

Built-in heating and filtration reduce the need for external accessories compared with an entry-level resin printer lacking them, but the machine is still a standalone investment before buying resins.

Alternatives to compare

For a larger plate with 16K resolution, the GK3 Ultra targets heavier use within Uniformation's lineup. For 8K resin on a tighter budget, the Mars 5 is worth comparing.

The resin printer buying guide helps place the GKtwo against other 8K printers based on budget and the production volume you're targeting.

Frequently asked questions

What is the build volume of the UniFormation GKtwo?

Uniformation lists a 228 × 128 × 245 mm (9 × 5 × 9.6 in) build volume (width × depth × height). That is the largest theoretical part size; supports, brim and orientation reduce the usable space.

How big is the UniFormation GKtwo?

According to Uniformation, the UniFormation GKtwo measures 350 × 315 × 455 mm (13.8 × 12.4 × 17.9 in) (width × depth × height). Leave extra clearance for the spool, cables and airflow, and more if you add a multicolor unit.

What resolution does the UniFormation GKtwo offer?

Uniformation lists a 10.3-inch 8K LCD and 29.6 µm XY resolution. Finer pixels help with miniature detail, but supports, resin and washing still decide the final surface.

Does the built-in heating replace a heated room?

It warms the resin in the vat up to 35°C per Uniformation, which helps in a cold workshop, but the room's ambient temperature still affects print quality.

Can the GKtwo print any 405 nm resin?

Uniformation advertises compatibility with standard 405 nm UV resins, each needing its own print profile calibrated before a production run.

What's the difference from the GK3 Ultra?

The GK3 Ultra steps up to a 16K screen on a larger plate (300 × 160 × 300 mm) with a sealed enclosure, versus 8K and 228 × 128 × 245 mm for the GKtwo per Uniformation.

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Sources and limits

  • Source: official Uniformation pages (uniformation3d.com), checked September 28, 2026. Manufacturer claims, not our measurements.
  • How we assess specifications

We have not measured noise, real printing speed, accuracy or reliability, so none of these is rated here.