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• REMOVABLE BUILD SURFACE PLATE: Provide all-round protection to your 3D printer build plate and ensure consistent temperature throughout the build surface. Easy to remove the printing models after cooling.
• SAFE POWER SUPPLY: Ender 3 Pro comes with a UL Certified power supply, protecting your printer from unexpected power surges, that can heat the hot bed to 110℃ in just 5 minutes.
• RESUME PRINT FUNCTION: Ender 3 Pro can resume printing from the last recorded extruder position after suffering unexpected power outages.
• SEMI-ASSEMBLED KIT: This easy-to-setup kit comes partially assembled, allowing you to learn about the basic construction of 3D printers as you finish putting it together. A fun STEM educational experience in mechanical engineering and electronics.
• WHAT YOU GET: Ceality Ender 3 Pro 3D pinrter, lifetime technical assistance and 24 hours professional customer service.

User questions & answers

Question:	What version is the board
Answer:	The newest version of the board is 1.1.5, it does not come with the printer though. Mine came with 1.1.4 which is very similar to the 1.1.3. Creality Sells the 1.1.5 separately right now as the Creality v1.1.5 Silent Main Board. It is $50 bucks and you might find it cheaper but it is a worthwhile upgrade. It has newer stepper drivers that make the stepper motors virtually silent. I can't hear them anymore only the fans now. The board also has thermal runaway enabled and has a boot loader preinstalled so if you wanted to switch to Vanilla Marlin or the TH3D software you could do so very easily. Installing this board and the TH3D software also made adding a BL Touch kit easy.
Question:	Will this printer print abs and petg also
Answer:	From the list of questions and answers on the product page, "Will this printer print abs and petg also? Answer: Yes, but for abs recommend getting a glass bed and an enclosure of some sort. By Cameron Moss on December 25, 2018
Question:	What is the physical footprint of this unit
Answer:	The actual base footprint itself requires a flat 12" x 12" surface, however certain parts such as the display panel overhang requiring a bit more space. A roughly 16" wide by about 20" deep space should be about right, although you will want to make sure both the back and front have an additional few inches to spare as the bed does move back and forth during operation. I mount mine on top of a 16" x 18" patio paver block for support and stability. I place the paver block over some dense foam that is cut about 1" in from the block edge (14" x 16"). This gives the printer a platform that helps contribute mass to absorb vibrations as well as offer a bid of noise reduction cause by sound transmission through the base. Placed a few inches from the back wall it also ensures the printer travel area remains clear. There is also YouTube video on using this technique if interested (not mine but I came across it after I came up with the same idea separately).
Question:	Does it come with any needed software? If so - what kind
Answer:	It does come with a very old version of Cura. The lastest version of Cura is what I am using. Just download it from https://ultimaker.com/en/products/ultimaker-cura-software/list. If all you are doing is downloading models and printing this is all you need. If you want to make your own 3D models that complicates things. There are many, many 3d modeling programs and which one to use is a very personal choice and each takes time to learn to use. Blender is free, Sketch-up is also I think. But there are commercial programs that can cost up to a couple of thousand to use. Zbrush, Studio Max, and others. This is list of most of them: https://all3dp.com/1/best-free-3d-modeling-software-3d-cad-3d-design-software/ Without a better idea what you are wanting to do, this is the best answer in a short space I can give.

Product features

Why choose Creality 3D Ender 3 Pro 3D Printer?

1. Fully Open Source: Allow users to improve their printer upon the source code and share the changes within the community, resulting in an improved experience for all.

2. Ideal Gift for Kids: This semi-assembled kit 3D printer is a perfect gift for kid, allow them to learn about the basic construction of 3D printers.

3. Ideal for STEM Projects: Invite imagination and innovation to student, help them discover the wonders of all the STEM fields.

Resume Printing Function

Ender 3 Pro can resume printing after power outage or any other unexpected stoppage.

Meanwell Power Supply

Branded power supply and high-watt hot bed ensure fast heating to the printing platform.

Upgraded Extruder Design

Greatly reduces the risk of clogged nozzle and bad extrusion.

• Self-developed Silent Motherboard: The Ender-3 V2 built-in self-developed silent motherboard, which has stronger anti-interference, faster and more stable motion performance, silent printing and low decibel operation.
• UL Certified MeanWell Power Supply: Equipped with MeanWell power supply, produced by the listed company with mature technology, meeting all the needs of fast heating and long-time printing. Moreover, the power supply is concealed in the machine, making it much safer.
• Effortless Filament Feed-in: Ender-3 V2 adds a rotary knob on the extruder, making loading and feeding filament process much easier; Brand new operation UI system and 4.3" smart color screen greatly improve user experience.
• Resume Printing Function: Can resume printing from the last recorded extruder position after suffering unexpected power outages, saving your time and reducing waste.
• Carborundum Glass Platform: Enable the hotbed heat up quicker and prints adhere better without the warping. Ultra smoothness even on the first layer.

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this package come with the spoil holder shown in the first picture
Answer:	Yes, it should come with a spool holder.
Question:	does this printer have thermal run away protection built in the firmware
Answer:	At the time I got mine no it was not but it is not difficult to upload new firmware once you install a boot loader. I have heard that the newer ones do have it enableled
Question:	Does this have auto leveling or manual leveling
Answer:	Manual leveling.
Question:	What software comes with this product? i see retailers offering simplify3d and cura with this printer
Answer:	It comes with a Creality slicer on the SD card. Cura is free so don’t pay more. Just a quick download. Bam. Done. Use the Ender 3 Pro profile. I use Tinkercad for modeling. Also free.

Product features

Why choose Creality 3D Ender-3 V2 3D Printer?

Self-developed Silent Motherboard

The self-developed silent motherboard ensure smooth movement under 50db, no noise during printing.

V-guide Rail with High Standard Stabe to Print

Ender-3 V2 uses the V-guide rail pulley with stable movement, low noise, wear resistance and longer life.

Effortless Filament Feed-in

Rotary knob added on the extruder makes it easier to load and feed filament.

New Injection Tensioner

The XY-axis tensioner supports adjusting the belt tension in a quick and more convenient way.

Brand New User Interface

Ender-3 V2 changes the previous screen into 4.3inch color screen and upgrades the user experience with the newly designed operation UI system. It’s simple and quick to operate. And also this color screen can remove easily to repair, which saves a lot time and energy.

Smart Add-ons

With the tool box integrated to the machine body it is more convenient and quicker for tools organization and storage.

• Resume Printing Function: Ender 3 has the ability to resume printing even after a power outage or lapse occurs.
• Easy and Qucik Assembly: It comes with several assembled parts, you only need about 2 hours to assemble 20 nuts well.
• Advanced Extruder Technology: Upgraded extruder greatly reduces plugging risk and bad extrustion; V-shape with POM wheels make it move noiseless, smoothly and durable.
• Safety Protected Power Supply: Only needs 5 minutes for hot bed to reach 110℃.
• Strict Test: Strict testing for key components before delivery and life-time technical supports available.

User questions & answers

Question:	I am looking to purchase a 3D printer as a gift for a beginner. Does anyone have any recommendations? Thank you
Answer:	My son is 15 and he handpicked this one as a gift. He doesn’t know that I’ve purchased it, but he was very adamant that this was the best one. If the recipient is very technically inclined, I think it would be a great fit. I’ve read tons of reviews and watched several on YouTube. Once it’s properly assembled ( does seem to take some time), then operation is suitable for a beginner (again, must be very technically inclined). My son did request a different type of filament that I also purchased on Amazon, because the included roll isn’t that great. I don’t remember which one I purchased, but it was about 20.00. He also suggested getting or building a table to sit it on, as you should not sit it directly on the floor. He’s making one to put beside his desk, but I’m sure any small table would do. I’m very excited myself to see it in action, but I guess I’ll have to wait until Christmas.
Question:	Does the creality ender 3 has the dual extruders like the bibo 3d printer
Answer:	No, but. You could upgrade it if you have the expertise
Question:	Hi. Purchasing for my young granddaughter. will I need to purchase anything else with the unit in order to use it christmas day
Answer:	You also need the filament sold on spools. It comes in many colors. The filament is the actual product that is used to make the 3D creation.
Question:	Seriously how difficult is the build
Answer:	It is very straightforward, but the downloadable PDF instructions leave a lot to be desired. I highly recommend using the top-rated "how to build" video, along with the PDF. Here is a link to that video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=me8Qrwh907Q The video contains a huge number of hints which, having now completed my first 3D print, which was 100% successful, I can now fully appreciate. The video helps you get everything square, and makes sure that many minor adjustments which were not done perfectly at the factory, are tweaked just right.

Product features

Fully Open Source

Allow users to improve their printer upon the source code and share the changes within the community, resulting in an improved experience for all.

Branded power supply

Branded power supply and high-watt hot bed ensure fast heating to the printing platform.

Resume Printing Function

Ender 3 can resume printing after power outage or any other unexpected stoppage.

Upgraded Extruder Design

Greatly reduces the risk of clogged nozzle and bad extrusion.

High Precision Printing

Allow you to print high precision models, creat your own world.

Suitable gift for kids

This semi-assembled kit 3D printer is a perfect gift for kids, allow them to learn about the basic construction of 3D printers.

Ideal for STEM Projects

Invite imagination and innovation to student, help them discover the wonders of all the STEM fields.

Product description

An Amazon Brand

• 3D printer filament (1.75mm diameter, black; 1 kg spool); designed to fit most common 3D printers (check spool size for compatibility)
• Made of PLA, a commonly used thermoplastic material known for its lower melting temperature and ease of use (no heated bed required), plus it’s low-warp, odorless, and offers a glossy-type finish
• Engineered to reduce jamming
• Backed by an Amazon Basics 1-year limited warranty

Product description

An Amazon Brand

• 3D printer filament (2.85mm diameter, black; 1 kg spool); designed to fit most common 3D printers (check spool size for compatibility)
• Made of commonly used ABS, a strong thermoplastic material-great for creating durable items that require a higher resistance to heat
• Engineered to reduce jamming; resealable storage bag included to protect filament between use; keep filament dry and away from UV light
• Backed by an AmazonBasics 1-year limited warranty
• Please make sure your printer supports 2.85mm filament before buying this filament. This filament is supported on all 2.85mm open standard 3D printers. Verify your printer before purchasing to avoid unnecessary returns.

Product description

An Amazon Brand

• 3D printer filament (1.75mm diameter, blue; 1 kg spool); designed to fit most common 3D printers (check spool size for compatibility)
• Made of commonly used ABS, a strong thermoplastic material—great for creating durable items that require a higher resistance to heat
• Engineered to reduce jamming
• Backed by an Amazon Basics 1-year limited warranty

Product description

An Amazon Brand

• 3D printer filament (2.85mm diameter, dark gray; 1 kg spool); designed to fit most common 3D printers (check spool size for compatibility)
• Made of PLA, a commonly used thermoplastic material known for its lower melting temperature and ease of use (no heated bed required), plus it's low-warp, odorless, and offers a glossy-type finish
• Engineered to reduce jamming; resealable storage bag included to protect filament between use; keep filament dry and away from UV light
• Backed by an AmazonBasics 1-year limited warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	Is there something wrong with this listing? There's no option to choose which size filament you want for each color. 2.85mm or 1.75mm
Answer:	No, 4.2.2 is the board revision that I received in my Ender 3 V2 on January 2021.

Product description

An Amazon Brand

• 3D printer filament (2.85mm diameter, black; 1 kg spool); designed to fit most common 3D printers (check spool size for compatibility)
• Made of PETG plastic, known for its ease of use (like PLA) and durable strength (like ABS); no heating bed needed; offers easy bed adhesion, stiffness, and a glossy-type finish
• Engineered to reduce jamming; resealable storage bag included to protect filament between use; keep filament dry and away from UV light
• Backed by an AmazonBasics 1-year limited warranty
• Please make sure your printer supports 2.85mm filament before buying this filament. This filament is supported on all 2.85mm open standard 3D printers. Verify your printer before purchasing to avoid unnecessary returns.

Product description

An Amazon Brand

• 3D printer filament (2.85mm diameter, white; 1 kg spool); designed to fit most common 3D printers (check spool size for compatibility)
• Made of PLA, a commonly used thermoplastic material known for its lower melting temperature and ease of use (no heated bed required), plus it's low-warp, odorless, and offers a glossy-type finish
• Engineered to reduce jamming; resealable storage bag included to protect filament between use; keep filament dry and away from UV light
• Backed by an AmazonBasics 1-year limited warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	Why do these cost more than Hatchbox when they are only shrink wrapped and do not come vacuum sealed/protected from moisture? Genuinely curious
Answer:	It is recommended to use PLA or ABS.

Product description

An Amazon Brand

• 3D printer filament (1.75mm diameter, dark gray; 1 kg spool); designed to fit most common 3D printers (check spool size for compatibility)
• Made of PLA, a commonly used thermoplastic material known for its lower melting temperature and ease of use (no heated bed required), plus it’s low-warp, odorless, and offers a glossy-type finish
• Engineered to reduce jamming
• Backed by an Amazon Basics 1-year limited warranty

User questions & answers

Question:

What is the length of the spool

Answer:

There are three as shown. Be aware that the unit comes with the Premium (Black) build sheets, there are also less expensive (Blue) build sheets available. Black is good for about 100 builds however if you move your project around on the build surface you can get many more. Don't recommend the Blue good for about 10 builds (more if you move your projects around) but, given the difference in price and the pain in swapping out the build sheets on the build plate I have decided to only use the Black product.

Product description

An Amazon Brand

• 3D printer filament (2.85mm diameter, black; 1 kg spool); designed to fit most common 3D printers (check spool size for compatibility)
• Made of PLA, a commonly used thermoplastic material known for its lower melting temperature and ease of use (no heated bed required), plus it's low-warp, odorless, and offers a glossy-type finish
• Engineered to reduce jamming; resealable storage bag included to protect filament between use; keep filament dry and away from UV light
• Backed by an AmazonBasics 1-year limited warranty
• Please make sure your printer supports 2.85mm filament before buying this filament. This filament is supported on all 2.85mm open standard 3D printers. Verify your printer before purchasing to avoid unnecessary returns.

• The X-PLUS with pioneered creation of two different ways for placing the filament. Ventilative printing or enclosed constant temperature printing for you to choose when printing the different types of filament.
• The X-PLUS 3D Printer Kit comes with two different types of extruder assembly. The extruder A had already been installed on the printer. The max printing temperature is 250C, and it can works well with PLA, ABS, TPU. And for extruder B, free to you if you need. The maximum printing temperature is 300C, and can print Nylon, Carbon Fiber, PC. (The latest development, free trial).
• Double Z-axis driver, ensures more stable and more precise printing quality when you print large model size. Higher configuration 3D printer.
• Latest slicer software version 5.0: Redesigned UI interface of QIDI software is smarter and more convenient to operate. It has changed the software's slicing algorithm and improves the print quality by 30 percent and speed by 20 percent. The QIDI software is compatible with all types of QIDI printer, life-time free, an alternative to paid software.(If yours is the old version, please download the latest version on QIDI official website).
• Backed by with One-to-one QIDI TECH service. If you have queries about 3D Printer, feel free to contact our exclusive and fast support service team, we'll reply back to you within 24 hours. Free One-year warranty is also guaranteed.

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the qidi 3d yellow banner removable? i understand branding, but it's a bit of an eyesore
Answer:	You can take it off but it will leave the glue on and it is a long process to remove.
Question:	Is the only difference between x-plus and max the bed size? i noticed the max doesn't list carbon printing - is that feature not available there
Answer:	The main differences between the X-Max and X-Plus are the build volumes (Max= 300x250x300mm vs Plus= 270x200x200mm) and the touch screen (Max=5" vs Plus= 4.3"). They both can print the same materials, including Carbon Fiber, Polycarbonate, PC/ABS, & Nylon using the Hi-Temp print head that has a hardened steel nozzle to prevent wear when using abrasive filaments. Hope that helps.
Question:	Is this a dual extruder printer like bibo 3d printer
Answer:	No, it is a single extruder. The additional extruder they include or send at customer request is an upgraded single extruder module.
Question:	How does this printer compare with the prusa i3 mk3? they are at the same price point but i would have to wait several weeks for the prusa
Answer:	The guy that sits next to me at work got the same Prusa kit. He feels like the QIDI X-Plus may out perform his. Also, my build capacity is a bit larger than his. He likes the PEI surface on the Prusa. My only mild complaint is having to exchange extruders for the over 250C range, but I think I get smoother prints with my low temp extruder that he does with the general purpose extruder on the Prusa. Also, he regrets not having an enclosure like mine has. We compare prints all day long, so after he spent an entire day and night building his & I was up and running in 10 minutes, I want to buy another one! I also got mine in 2 days & I have almost immediate answers from support 24/7, no matter how trivial. They are amazing! It took a couple of weeks to get the Prusa. He was so jealous!

Product features

Double Z-axis:

Updated the Single Z-axis to Double Z-axis, more stable and solid for large size prints.

Innovative design of double z-axis motor structure with 4 pieces imported 10MM axis.

Maximum print size is 10.6''x7.9''x7.9''(270(L) X 200(W) X 200(H)mm)

Newly Developed Extruder:

Two Sets of QIDI Third Generation Extruder Assembly with Different Capability

Extruder A : For printing general material such as PLA, ABS, TPU (Already installed on the printer).

Extruder B : For printing advanced material such as Nylon, Carbo Fiber, PC

Two Different Ways for Placing the Filament:

The pioneered creation of the two different ways for placing the Filament.

A. Place the filament outside: The filament feed more smoothly while printing PLA, TPU, PETG. It is compatible with any brands of 1.75mm filament.

B. Place the filament inside: For printing advanced material such as Nylon, Carbon Fiber, PC, which requires an enclosed constant temperature printing.

4.3 inch Touchscreen:

4.3- inch touch screen with large and use friendly interface. During whole process, you're well instructed on the touchscreen display, make it more intuitive, and more precise and easier to operate.

Removable Plate:

Movable extraction, curved metal plate, can be used repeatedly, it is more convenient to remove the model after printing. And meanwhile, can minimize the damages or offsets to the build plate.

The plate's front side can print normal filaments, such as PLA, ABS,TPU,PETG.

The plate's reverse side can print advanced material such as Nylon, Carbon Fiber, PC.

QIDI Print Slicer:

Latest slicer software version 5.0: Redesigned UI interface of QIDI software is smarter and more convenient to operate. It has changed the software's slicing algorithm and improves the print quality by 30 percent and speed by 20 percent. The QIDI software is compatible with all types of QIDI printer, life-time free, an alternative to paid software.(If yours is the old version, please download the latest version on QIDI official website).

QIDI TECH One-to-one Service:

If any problems with the X-Plus 3d printer, please contact Qidi Tech team and we will reply in 12 hours.