TinyMaker
A palm-sized, open-source MSLA (resin) 3D printer that fits in your hand, featuring transparent shells and ultra-compact design for portable, accessible 3D printing anywhere.
- CEO / Founder
- Wei Pang
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $204K
- Latest Round
- Crowdfunding
- Key Investors
- Crowdfunding backers (1, 671 individuals)
Technology & Products
Key Products
TinyMaker Palm-Sized MSLA 3D Printer (main product), Carrying Case (optional accessory), Wash Station (optional accessory), Open-source design files and software
Technological Advantage
Combines MSLA (Masked Stereo-Lithography Apparatus) LCD-based curing technology with extreme miniaturization, achieving 0.12mm resolution in a portable form factor. The open-source approach allows community modifications and improvements, while the low power requirement and included carrying case enable true mobile printing. Compatible with popular open-source slicers (ChituBox, PrusaSlicer) across Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Democratizes 3D printing by offering an ultra-portable, affordable resin printer that runs on just 5W power (compatible with power banks), requires minimal space, and provides fully open-source hardware and software for maximum customizability and community-driven improvements.
How They Differentiate
World's smallest palm-sized MSLA resin 3D printer with fully open-source hardware/software, transparent shell design, ultra-low 5W power consumption enabling power bank operation, and true portable printing capability vs competitors' larger desktop-bound units
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Hobbyists, makers, tabletop gamers (D&D/RPG enthusiasts), 3D printing beginners, tinkerers, and users with limited workspace who need portable small-object printing capabilities
Industry Verticals
Consumer 3D Printing, Tabletop Gaming & Miniatures, Hobbyist/Maker Community, Educational Technology, Portable Manufacturing
Competitors
Anycubic Photon Mono 2; Elegoo Mars 3/Mars 5 Ultra; Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Raised HK$1.59M (~8x funding goal), built community of 2,325+ Facebook and 2,485+ Instagram followers, delivered product after 3-year development cycle
Major Milestones
Kickstarter campaign launched October 19, 2022, Successfully funded HK$1,592,896 from 1,671 backers (Nov 18, 2022), Indiegogo InDemand campaign launched for ongoing pre-orders, Product delivery to Kickstarter backers completed (2025), Featured as world's smallest open-source MSLA 3D printer
Notable Customers
Consumer/hobbyist market - tabletop gamers (D&D/RPG enthusiasts); 3D printing beginners; Makers with limited workspace