The FlashForge AD5X 3D Printer, featuring an integrated multi-material printing system, is currently available for $210.08 on AliExpress during the retailer's Fall Sale. This price requires the application of coupon code "23USAFF". The same printer retails for $349 on Amazon.
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The AD5X is FlashForge's most affordable printer offering multi-material capabilities, allowing for single prints using multiple colors or filament types. It also incorporates a CoreXY structure, which is uncommon in this price bracket. In this design, the print head moves while the motors remain stationary, potentially increasing print speed and precision due to the motors typically being the heaviest components.
The printer features an open build plate with a working volume of approximately 8.7 inches cubed. An official enclosure kit is available for purchase separately, though users can also create a similar effect by covering the printer. The AD5X boasts a maximum print speed of 600mm/s with an acceleration of 20,000mm/s², capable of printing a Benchy model in 12 minutes. Its construction utilizes metal for all structural components. Additional features include a 4.3-inch color touchscreen, automatic leveling, and vibration compensation. Assembly is designed to be straightforward, enabling a test print shortly after setup. The printer does not include a camera, but an official kit to add one is offered.
The multi-filament module allows for the simultaneous use of up to four different colored filaments or material types. It includes an intelligent system for managing these spools. Multi-filament add-ons typically cost between $200 and $300 separately, making the integrated solution a significant value proposition.