Creality K2 Plus Multi-Color 3D Printer - A Game-Changer!

Introducing the Creality K2 Plus, a groundbreaking 3D printer that's redefining the game with its innovative features and unmatched performance. 🚀
Thank you to my channel sponsor www.pcbway.com for their ongoing support, make sure you check them out! 🙌
Also check out my polymaker link right here: us.polymaker.com?aff=22 and if you are looking at ordering a Creality printer (maybe pre ordering this one?) linktr.ee/TheRealSamPrentice (all links can be found here including discord)
Correction on heat 350 degrees on the hot end and 120 on the bed.
This cutting-edge printer boasts a revolutionary four-color system dubbed CFS (Creality Filament System), expandable to an impressive 16 colors, offering endless creative possibilities for enthusiasts and professionals alike. 🎨
Featuring a generous build volume of 350x350x350 mm, the Creality K2 Plus provides ample space for ambitious projects to take shape, while its upgraded hot end and extruder system, equipped with a nozzle camera, ensure unparalleled precision and accuracy with every print. 📐
But that's not all-this powerhouse of a printer comes with a heated chamber, dual cooling fans, and lightning-fast speeds of 600 mm/second on the hot end, coupled with an acceleration rate of 30,000, guaranteeing fast and flawless results. 💨
Connectivity is a breeze thanks to the USB-A port, while thoughtful design elements like the filament injection point and nozzle wipe streamline workflow and maximize efficiency. 🔌
With linear Z-rods featuring four rods and two Z steppers, stability and precision are assured, delivering impeccable print quality every time. 🛠️
Compact yet robust, with a weight of 45 kg and overall dimensions of 495x515x640 mm, the Creality K2 Plus is perfect for a variety of workspaces, from studios to classrooms and beyond. 💼
In summary, the Creality K2 Plus isn't just a printer-it's a revolution in 3D printing technology, empowering creators with unprecedented capabilities and unlocking new realms of innovation and possibility. 🌟
Clip of the glass breaking was thanks to a post on reddit and with permission from @UncleJessy Thank you sir.
#3dprinting #creality #CrealityK2Plus #CrealityK2 #CoreXY #CrealityCoreXY #CrealityAMS
0:00 - Welcome to Creality In China
0:38 - Introduction to the K2 Plus
1:27 - Uncle Jessy having a smashing time
2:02 - Sponsor PCBway.com
2:32 - Back to the K2 Plus and CFS

[@UncleJessy]

Okay that glass door right off the bat 🤘🤘🤘 looking really impressive!!

[@user-hear4popcorn]

Dude, you are famous if nothing else for that. LOL

[@WhoKnowsWho2]

They need to ship you a metal door 😅

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

well i did ask!!!

[@ChromakeyDreamcoat]

you will never hear the end of this joke lol

[@SkateSoup]

Someone needs to hurry up and invent the Star Trek transparent aluminum to have a truly Jessy-proof door that will still let you see your prints. 💜

[@JingleStic]

LOL Uncle Jessy breaking that door , his face is still hilarious no matter how many times Ive seen it.

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

When I’m feeling depressed, I just watch that video

[@ANILDILARE]

The 😮😮❤❤ Q3qqqqq❤a​@@TheRealSamPrentice

[@oldsalty3d122]

Sorry, had to pause the video to make this comment. But the way you closed the door is not going to shatter it. What shattered the door was when it swung outward and hinges applied a lot of pressure to the glass in a small area, that’s what shattered it. Closing it hard so that pressure is spread out across the sides of the glass isn’t going to break it as easily as two hinges in a small area. I’d be more impressed if you tipped the printer on the side like Uncle Jessie did and it didn’t break. Now, on to watching the rest of the video.

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

Well let’s get that footage recorded today then

[@fireman1776]

How much and when will it be available?

[@CaptainFettCosplay]

​@@fireman1776did you even watch the video?

[@WeBe3Dprinting]

I'm glad they responded here because I was thinking the same thing except that it was a bit shady that in order to test if they fixed the problem of the door breaking when it's opened to hard.... they close the door hard. Seeing his response let's me believe he just overlooked that detail instead of trying to hide it.

[@matthewgould9391]

take care of your printer and you’ll never have to worry about it.

[@ameliabuns4058]

Missed opportunity to do 5 filaments on the unit, would fit the bigger printer better too

[@rostislavzlatnik8091]

this system is also made for K1 series, that's why

[@Fenweekoh]

need to wait for bambu to come up with one first before they can copy it lmao

[@kennethdavis4982]

Definitely looks like there would have been just enough space for fifth roll up there, would have been sweeter with that fifth roll.

[@oscarmayorga7461]

4 is like a sacred number in design

[@arturvoskanyan2467]

@@Fenweekoh lol 🤣

[@couryrussell7653]

Poor Uncle Jessy will NEVER hear the end of the door joke lmao

[@robhall5622]

Hi Sam, on the live feed you just said that the new kit could be pre-ordered now, but there's nothing on the UK Creality site yet. Do you have a working link to the preorder pages, or can you tell us when there will be one?

[@sabahoudini]

Ok Creality has my attention again. The heated chamber and the 350mm size kind of kills anything else out.

[@thelees1000]

totally agree - size of this is amazing

[@CaptainFettCosplay]

It doesn't matter how big if it's buggy and breaks down and doesn't print well, then what's the point?

[@Vinz3ntR]

​@@CaptainFettCosplaybecause Creality is more than 10 years in the game because their printers break down all the time?

[@CaptainFettCosplay]

@@Vinz3ntR their time in the game is irrelevant. Their quality control is terrible and their machines always have issues. Do you not remember the k1 mess? This type of machine is not supposed to be like an Ender or a CR-10 hobbyist machine for tinkering. It's supposed to challenge Bambu and just work. The K1 didn't. The K1 Max didn't either.

[@sabahoudini]

@@CaptainFettCosplay Sure thing but if you have experienced printers with heated chambers you know that a printer without one is like a printer without a heated bed was in 2015. You wouldn't buy one. Buying a printer without a heated chamber will soon be like buying a horse back when cars were becoming mainstream.

[@mojee3d]

Great job, Sam! Really looking forward to seeing more on this.

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

Thank you !

[@markhoward3851]

Great update, thanks for sharing and keeping us up to date on exciting new tech!

[@DS-pk4eh]

User experience - that is the thing to be the most focused!

[@calledout4437]

How’s the print quality compared to bambu? I had a k1 for a short time and loved it but it had screen issues so I returned it and bought a bambu p1s. The print quality on bambu is just a little better. Curious how this k2 stacks up.

[@gliksman1]

Hi, when it will to go to market? Ordering 2 K1 Max in 1 month, wondering if i should hold off.

[@C_AND_AWOODTIQUE-ez7lp]

I been waiting for this since end of last year when I first heard about it, great quick review, excited, need to make a built in file for a poop basket 🤔

[@CHRIS_CREATIONS]

Looking Fantastic Sam. Looks Really Polished

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

Thanks!

[@arnodorian1553]

Will multicolor support will be for K1 MAx as well ?

[@osomowen]

Will the multicolor work on the k1 series?

[@krmnalmind]

Any idea if the K2 will have the same belt drive gears as the K1C?

[@stuabcca1]

Looks awesome love the build size. Just purchased A p1s and ams but it was a bit pricey due to not much Supply in NZ. Creativity has a bigger Market in NZ so glad to see this unit coming soon :) (went with the bambu cos i needed multi color)

[@howarcburns1216]

Cant wait to see some reviews and testing . Loving my K1 Max

[@AaronHultin]

Is the 640mm height inclusive of the cms unit?

[@cozmos04]

With the rfid, is that going to be interchangeable or is it going to be that it's their filament only?

[@1tokeover]

Do you see generic filaments with rfid tags?

[@BukkitViper]

Does it have a heated enclosure?

[@Starganderfish]

Is it multi-material or just multi-colour? Aycubic announced a similar multi-filament unit but their's looks like it only does multi-colour. Need to be able to mix and match filaments for soluble supports etc.

[@cliffgardner5717]

This is a great question. I need look into this since have one coming.

[@Antoan108]

When will be able to preorder the k2?

[@stldenise]

Nice! Can’t wait to do some side by side comparisons. 😊

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

Can't wait!

[@meetpatel4225]

Do you know if it has bed adjustment knobs underneath the bed similar to their older printers?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

yes but not like other printers.

[@_geheult]

Is there any word on whether the multi-colour system will also be available for the k1 series?

[@Reds3DPrinting]

yes, Creality said it would work with the current K and v3 Series

[@unknownmysterious7585]

will there be an attachment for the k1 max for multi color printing? or only the k2?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

Yep there will be

[@vickynguyen9499]

Will the ams system backward compatible with K1 Max? Hate having to buy another printer since I just bough this one.

[@timothyhackett7372]

yes it will

[@charlaverdiere8034]

I will be ordering this Sam. I think Creality has taken their time with this. Awesome video as usual

[@adamklosterman8960]

Still have the lidar? They get rid of the nozzle cooling and only use the aux fans?

[@XHolyPuffX]

Only having aux fans on both sides is a good thing. That reduces weight in the toolhead which will help with input shaper results. I'd be worried about the noise levels though

[@Otawakun]

this printer seems to be my next step after I learn more about 3d printing. Just had the A1 mini for less than a week and I'm blown away, I definitely want a large printer next and having multicolor and enclosed seems to be great.

[@SNESChalmers147]

Wait and see what Bambu's offering is, the X2 Carbon is coming this year. Creality has a lot to prove with the K2 Plus before I would consider it over Bambu Lab

[@xConundrumx]

@@SNESChalmers147I would have to agree. Used Creality a fair bit but honestly Bambulabs is setting a damn high bar.

[@thenextension9160]

@@SNESChalmers147yes I agree. This looks good and I’m glad they are getting it out the door but I will wait to see if Bambu has a response.

[@polla2256]

​@@SNESChalmers147any idea on timescales. I'm about to pull the plug on Bambu (first ever printer). Will the next one be a generational leap ?

[@dmax9324]

The chamber heater along with many of the quality of life improvement features makes this product look very promising. Just as i was giving up on Creality... Qidi and Bambu need to step up once this comes out.

[@rp101aquatics6]

Bambu Labs x1e has a heated chamber as well. Im thinking creality is gonna end up lacking on some key elements to price this low which will decrease the overall quality.

[@LilApe]

@@rp101aquatics6 lol X1E is $2500 and a rip off. RIP bambu lab

[@rp101aquatics6]

@@LilApe you can't say rip as if Bambu can't release their own advancements lol

[@LilApe]

@@rp101aquatics6 Rip bambu lab.

[@leadf00t]

Very interesting! Does the CMS have actively heated drying? Or is it just a monitor for temperature and humidity ?

[@glovercarvalho1930]

Just a monitor, no drying unfortunately.

[@mattue84]

wait so is the CFS not usable with the K1 line?

[@joeyt7978]

I literally just got a K1C 2 weeks ago, is the multi filament system going to be available for the K1C?

[@GNexYde]

man i am so pissed rn.... i am thinking about getting a refund and buying the k2...

[@cybergnetwork588]

Where is the poop gonna go?

[@ToxicBulletXNL]

how was the sound level ?

[@Burnstation19]

hey sam, great job with the 10th event today. congrats

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

Hey, thanks!

[@alishanmao]

its about time creality stepping up the game. Just ordered an ender 3 v3 plus and looking forward to getting this one later

[@CanuckCreator]

45kg? thats a chunky boi Since this is running klipper, on paper the CFS SHOULD work with pretty much any other printer running klipper right? Would be interesting if it does cus that means it may be a viable stand alone item.

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

Watch this space ;)

[@b3nny90]

This is my curious question too.

[@boitmecklyn4995]

apparently there's an upgrade kit coming for the K1/K1 Max to use the CFS.

[@ZappyOh]

@@boitmecklyn4995 ... where did you get that info?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

It was on the live stream yesterday

[@odin7632]

Thank you for awesome video, I can understand my wishlist Item more properly. By the way I can't find any port for wired connection, The printer can't Wired connect with usb drive or laptop?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

It’s on the right panel, this printer runs klipper so you connect via ip

[@3DG33kSquad]

Great video, is the multicolor system compatible with K1 and K1 Max??

[@Makerboy.Projects]

Yup with upgrade

[@3DG33kSquad]

@@Makerboy.Projects great thx for answering

[@MarionCravens]

Very much looking forward to this machine. Using my X1 Carbon with the AMS is great but size has been a limitation for some designs I want to print in multiple filaments. This will be great to use and likely more in line for cost for myself and others.

[@ljohnson9440]

Bambu will come out with a larger unit,watch.

[@TsukitaAki]

I'm wondering how will the CFS be able to use with the K1, bc the K1 don't have a filament cutter. Maybe it will be a kit?

[@sebastiandietrich6081]

Is it the same terror noise like the K1?

[@HeikoSchlinge]

at 0:53 you point your finger at a DC input. Should be 24V. Is the CFS powered by the printer? If so, and if that applies to another 3 CMS, why should a DC input be installed there if you cannot operate the unit "without a printer"? In my opinion, this could mean that the CMS can heat up after all and couldn't there also be a humidity control? Or is that the feed for the bypass filament? Doesn't look like it to me, but then where is the feed? at 3:02 I recognize a humidity symbol on the touch display to the right below the representation of the 1D spool. What setting options come up when you press it?

[@flytosky5599]

Will the multy material system ve compatible with the k1 series?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

When that upgrade is released yes

[@honeybeedrones5510]

Any idea how thick the bed is? Is it cast aluminum ?

[@xsolar]

5mm

[@CyberdriveAutomotive]

Yeah but is the CMS compatible with the k1 series of printers? I like my K1C and don't need a giant build volume I wouldn't want to buy another printer at this current time, but the CMS is interesting if compatible with the k1 printers

[@mackinsvii9022]

It is compatible. They're releasing kits and we'll probably need to change a few things like the toolhead etc...

[@CyberdriveAutomotive]

@@mackinsvii9022 yeah i was looking at my k1c it seems like the rear fan could be removed and replaced for a poop chute and nozzle wiper, interesting stuff

[@MrSpeakerMBurns]

Is the hot end all metal? Are there hardened nozzles? How difficult is it to change nozzles?

[@timothyhackett7372]

if its anything like the k1 you'll have to wait till micro Swiss comes out with a hardened upgrade

[@christianrivera5679]

Micro swiss is so much better

[@meetpatel4225]

Are you uploading any more detailed videos on this printer? I am really interested to some more details and test prints. First layer, ringing effect or some other calibration tests would help everyone understand the capabilities of the printer.

[@marinedomain]

Great info , thanks Sam

[@sheariley1910]

Does the CFS (or CMS) support multi-material or just multi-color of same material?

[@heyevgart]

That's not CMS job to guarantee multi material support. Adhesion is performed by slicing software. CMS will feed whatever you want to.

[@Shudgum]

any idea if the addon coming to ender 3 series?

[@rambokd]

So on the FB live stream a post said prices will be out at the end of July. So the current models have been reduced and I’m sure a sell off is happening to make room. The multi color system compatibility for the K1 series seems like a poop shoot will need to be added?

[@FrontierNG]

It all looks good, let's hope that Creality has fixed VFAs and other issues of the K1/Max with the K2.

[@Can-Taco-dance]

It was fixed with the k1c by using smaller gears

[@Reds3DPrinting]

@@Can-Taco-dance Smaller gears and bigger rods too I believe

[@Can-Taco-dance]

@@Reds3DPrintingthe also used smaller motors for some reason. you can get the gears for the k1 for like $9.

[@tonybarlow7584]

looks good love the reference to uncle jessy look forward to seeing his and frank built reviews

[@Fylandsmd]

I was going to get a creality k1 but I keep hearing about clogging issues. Don’t know if it’s just a filament issue or a tweaking with the settings but that has me hesitant to get it.

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

There have been some updates now and you also have the k1c in play

[@IcanCwhatUsay]

Sam, if you have any pull with the engineers, can you suggest to them to add a threaded insert hole pattern (or at least clear holes to add threaded inserts) for the poop chute so a printed bin or chute can be affixed to the back without modification or removal to the rear plate

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

I’ve had a chat with them today there are things I’d change like the usb and the position of the shoot. I’d like to see it at the front

[@IcanCwhatUsay]

@@TheRealSamPrentice While I agree with the USB location not being ideal, that's a lot easier to change with a ribbon cable or something internal than the location of a the chute. Multiple assemblies would be affected including software to move that chute location. And honestly, the chute location is fine IMO, just needs an attachment point for a printable bin or longer wrap around chute.

[@ThePrintHouse]

I love how theyre making the CFS a finished product, rather than a random box that just sits on top

[@reprinted3D]

This is a great first look, Sam. I really like the temperature and humidity readout in the CFS. Given the continued issues I'm having with my K1 Max, though, I'm reserving judgement and will keep a skeptical eye on this.

[@JamesYoneda]

What kind of issues were you having with that one? I've seen lots of good and bad experiences there

[@meetpatel4225]

Does CFS have in-built filament dryer and there is no need for the external dryer?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

Unfortunately not :(

[@meetpatel4225]

@@TheRealSamPrentice Then what is that temperature reading on the screen? what’s the purpose of it?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

@meetpatel4225 humidity sensor and temperature

[@thecrewplayer2804]

When we can buy those?

[@RealGardenMechanics]

There’s another printer to add to my shopping list, loving the improvements and the 350x350x350 build area 🤩❤️‍🔥

[@Reds3DPrinting]

Came for the k2 plus stayed for the cleaning lady! :) heh

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

Yay! Thank you!

[@Reds3DPrinting]

@@TheRealSamPrentice I'm so intrigued by that dual Y stepper motor v3! I hope you cover it before leaving china! Ill have to really step up my game if I wanna get my hands on one to race it against the v3 and k1c >:)

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

It’s in the works

[@Daves3DProjects]

Nice, thanks for the review. I do wish the CMS is backwards compatible with the K1 series.

[@jnschannel2551]

Creality's motto: "A step forward, not looking back, at your expense, Creality!" DONT BUY THIS SHIT, been using creality and switched to bambu lab A1 mini. no regrets.

[@mackinsvii9022]

It is. They're releasing kits for the rest of the K1 series.

[@rms-repairmainanseremban8403]

Can it print PA-CF easily?

[@user-hf6se3qt5r]

does anyone know when this will be released? (Both the K2 and the CFS thing)

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

They are saying July, but that’s optimistic

[@charlaverdiere8034]

Holy Crap amazing. Sam again you hit it out of the park

[@3DPUK-TECH-CHANNEL]

He has yes as always ❤

[@tooby77]

I see u in lives, i see u here, i see u everywere

[@QDStrength]

Will this release forces Bambu to release X1 XL?

[@mindless9965]

If they want to continue to compete yes

[@3DPrintSOS]

Very interesting. Lot’s of stuff to look forward to. Quite a missed opportunity to not include a heater/dryer into the material system. Maybe it’s not too late?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

I know right!!!

[@dmax9324]

That would put this over the top for many. It would certainly be worth extra cost to consumers to not have to buy a separate filament drying system.

[@3D_Printing]

I heard it has an Active heater chamber

[@ecor1987]

Bump this comment

[@charlaverdiere8034]

Sam is there a price yet?

[@ezenoriega9657]

It will be compatible Ender 3v3 series or K1 ??

[@redline6871]

Will the cfs be compatible with any other creality printers

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

@@redline6871 not right now, but they apparently have plans for k1 and ender 3v3

[@chriswaldron2617]

Are you also doing the 3 V3 Plus?

[@GiovaSanta12]

For a beginners Creality K1C, Creality K2 or Qidi Q1 pro?

[@blue-steel7177]

Sam , Did they say if the camera is a higher resolution or frame rate? The k1/max/c camera kinda sucks and can over heat

[@Bigpopp1]

Its appearance looks good. The main thing I would love to see improved is the user experience. Auto calibration for filaments. Less ways for prints to fail for those not as experienced in printing. Plug and play basically.

[@hunterofdark2]

Is the multi color system going to be compatible with the K1 and K1 Max series?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

There is a mod they have planned for the k1 series yes

[@hunterofdark2]

@@TheRealSamPrentice Awesome. Thank you very much for this information!

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

@@hunterofdark2 I’ll update with more when I have the info

[@patcastain3482]

Thanks for the update! so it looks like it retracts the filament all the way back into the CFS? And then sends the next filament to the hotend, purges into the chute and continues? Similar to the Phrozen Arco system

[@nelsoncabrera6464]

00:07 I don't know why but that zoom in made me howl with laughter. Oh the joys of shooting video in uncontrolled environments. :)

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

We re shot that part but decided to leave it in lol

[@TechByAndrei]

Looks great! Any mention of a Max size?

[@H.H.Tuned.]

Will it print carbon? Like the x1c

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

Yes and up to 350 degrees

[@mikemiller5599]

Outstanding job on 10yr hosting ! Watched it all. I think they said CFS when available will have a retrofit kit to use on K and V3 series. Can you confirm and maybe share some pricing? No price mentioned for K2 Plus or CFS during the live 10YR.

[@TechDunk]

Hie much better is this to the widi xmax 3?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

It’s too early to pass judgement but I’ve liked qidi printers much less and hoped for a better experience but it wasn’t to be

[@TechDunk]

@@TheRealSamPrentice ah bummer, it's the one I'm eying right now for my first printer (for hobby and as a small side business)

[@brokenbizkit]

Are there any carbon fiber components on this printer? The black x-axis rod is probably aluminum?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

I believe it’s all aluminium and i shot more on it today

[@97JoMiller]

with the sale price, I just can't decide if this is worth an x1c replacement or not. I love my x1c but not sure if it's worth replacement or just addition... only reason for me is because of the larger build plate.

[@F.DoctorGT03.]

merci pour cette review , belle machine , hâte d'en voir plus , merci ...........

[@Ramesiel]

Is the top of the printer still glass, or has it been changed to acrylic? A bit disappointing that the transparent sides seem to be gone, but I suppose that's better for privacy with the camera.

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

It’s glass

[@Ramesiel]

@@TheRealSamPrentice Great, thanks for the confirmation!

[@mikealnutt360]

Is the cms open source/regular klipper?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

Well kind of as you’ll need to have an interface between the system and klipper so…

[@mikealnutt360]

@@TheRealSamPrentice an interface like another mcu

[@UncleJessy]

Man that ams system seems nice!

[@billkirchner4495]

They call it "CFS". 🙂

[@MilitaryTalkGuy]

I may get it just based on the size increase but only if it is priced competitively. Anyone see price yet? How about a single spool option to keep price down?

[@rms-repairmainanseremban8403]

How much it's price?

[@bruceyork5260]

Definitely interested in the K2 plus. Sam do you know when Creality will put more information on their website?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

I the next few weeks… and I have another video coming out

[@ethansanchez3317]

When will it be available to buy

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

Pre orders in July

[@Twentse3DExperience]

Good video and wats price of it

[@rcalin9354]

Rfid means that it can only be used with creality filaments?

[@TheRealSamPrentice]

They said to me they will be open to custom profiles

[@rcalin9354]

@@TheRealSamPrentice oh, thanks!

[@dbeelee8564]

Consider this possibility: filament mfgs spool filament to the length. Keeping track of used length means how much remains on the spool thru the rfid. Just gotta make sure to use the spool from beginning to end within one particular slicer/rfid system.

[@mmstep5150]

Worth a look at once more details come out.

[@tonywincott8448]

Looks Awesome, I wish I could afford one...... My Ender3V2 drives me crazy, time to get a new one.

[@dylanfoster9243]

Stuck with my Ender 3 V1 for a while, finally bought a Bambu Lab P1S, Ender 3 became a paper weight

[@gregoryamer]

Impressive features!