Anycubic Kobra S1 Max Combo: Large format, 16 colors, and technical materials under €800
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Anycubic Kobra S1 Max Combo: 350×350×350 mm, CoreXY, 350°C hotend, up to 16 colors with ACE 2 Pro. Complete guide with specifications, materials, and S1 Max vs Combo comparison. Available on Strato3D.
When it comes to large-format 3D printing with multicolor support, the market is clearly divided between entry-level machines that struggle with complex geometries and professional systems with prices out of reach for most users. The Anycubic Kobra S1 Max Combo fills this gap with a concrete offering: 350 × 350 × 350 mm useful volume, enclosed CoreXY architecture, 350°C hotend, and the ability to print up to 16 colors — all for €768.75 + VAT in the Strato3D catalog.
What the Combo includes and why it matters
The Combo version pairs the Kobra S1 Max with an ACE 2 Pro unit — Anycubic's filament feeding and drying system — which alone costs €340. With the Combo, you can immediately start 4-color printing, and it's possible to expand to 16 colors by adding three more ACE 2 Pro units later.
This modular approach is one of the machine's most appealing aspects: it doesn't force you to buy the maximum configuration immediately, but allows you to grow based on your actual needs. Those who primarily print single-color models use the S1 Max as a high-performance CoreXY; those who need multicolor can add modules as needed.
The ACE 2 Pro is not just a filament buffer: it integrates an active drying system that keeps the material at a controlled temperature during printing. For hygroscopic materials like Nylon and some PETG, this feature is not optional — it's the difference between a successful print and one with bubbles and fragile sub-layers.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Print Volume | 350 × 350 × 350 mm |
| Architecture | Enclosed CoreXY |
| Max Speed | 600 mm/s |
| Max Acceleration | 20,000 mm/s² |
| Hotend Temperature | Up to 350°C |
| Heated Chamber | Up to 65°C |
| Heated Bed | Up to 120°C |
| Colors (Combo) | 4 (expandable to 16 with 4x ACE 2 Pro) |
| Noise Level | ≤48 dB (standard) / ≤45 dB (silent) |
| Strato3D Price | €768.75 + VAT |
The declared speed of 600 mm/s is the peak value, achievable during infill on simple geometries. In practice, with complex models and technical materials, you will more often work in the 150–300 mm/s range — which is still a significant result for a large-format machine.
Supported Materials: Where the S1 Max Combo Excels
With a 350°C hotend and actively heated chamber, the Kobra S1 Max Combo handles a range of materials that few machines in the same price range can match:
PLA, PETG, TPU: no problem, daily bread for most users.
ABS and ASA: the enclosed and heated chamber eliminates the main problem of these materials — warping due to thermal shock. For those making components for outdoor use or in hot environments, ASA finally becomes manageable without special precautions.
Nylon and composites: the ACE 2 Pro with active drying makes the difference. Nylon PA12, PA-CF (carbon fiber), PA-GF (glass fiber) become everyday materials instead of laboratory experiments.
PC (polycarbonate): with a 350°C hotend and 65°C chamber, this is the machine's upper limit. It requires attention to calibration and print parameters, but opens up previously inaccessible scenarios in this price range.
Who it's designed for
Technical offices and SMEs: the 350³ mm volume allows printing large components in a single piece, eliminating joints and reducing assembly time. For those designing in Milan or Perugia and needing functional prototypes in technical materials within a day, this is a working machine.
Designers and creative studios: the combination of large format and multicolor printing opens up interesting possibilities for architectural models, installations, props, and colored design objects. The 4-color limit in the standard Combo configuration is sufficient for most creative applications.
University and research laboratories: the range of supported materials — especially carbon fiber composites — makes it relevant for research on advanced materials, bioengineering, and mechanical engineering. For laboratories already using standard FDM printers and wanting to upgrade without moving to systems costing tens of thousands of euros, the S1 Max Combo is a significant qualitative leap.
Advanced makers: for those who already have an entry-level machine and want access to larger formats and superior materials without an industrial investment.
S1 Max vs S1 Max Combo: which to choose
The Kobra S1 Max without Combo is available on Strato3D for €593.75 + VAT — about €175 less. It makes sense if you print almost exclusively in monochrome and only want to consider adding multicolor later.
The Combo at €768.75 + VAT makes sense from the start for those who already know they want multicolor: buying the integrated system costs less than adding the ACE 2 Pro separately (€340). The mathematical logic is clear: Combo = savings of about €165 compared to separate purchases.
Where to buy it
The Anycubic Kobra S1 Max Combo is available directly in the Strato3D shop with shipping throughout Italy from our Milan and Perugia locations.
If you have doubts about the most suitable configuration for your needs — number of ACE 2 Pros, materials, integration with existing workflow — our team responds within 24 hours: contact us for a technical discussion.
Strato3D is an official Anycubic reseller with offices in Milan and Perugia. We offer pre-purchase consulting, post-sales technical assistance, and third-party 3D printing services for companies, public bodies, and makers.
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