MASSIVE Flashforge AD1 3D Printer // LAST STREAM OF 2020!

[@terryvickers5986]

@ ~2:40 you asked what it's for. It's a measuring tool specific to that machine. You are not just levelling the bed you are flattening it.

[@dodobarbar]

THANK YOU J. Now I'm quite sure what NOT TO BUY! Thank you man!

[@RNMSC]

That printer looks like it would be great for printing batches of face shield frames at a time. They don't have to be particularily tall, and you can arrange them to 'overlap' on the bed. A bit expensive for just that, but if you're making money on signs, but have some 'down time' between jobs, printing face shields might work as a fill task for the printer to keep it actually running more of the day.

[@philmoreroach7833]

You have to have the top nut at the end of the thread to bring the printer up to a invertible height.

[@makermonkey3d782]

He really should start telling us where we can get the shirts he wears. I REALLY want this one and a lot of the others he wears. they should sponsor him!

[@signedoffcreationschannel1153]

Can you use an Apple MacBook Pro laptop to operate this machine/software?

[@TheTurboman2]

Why can't Flashforge AD1 "Z" axis allow this printer to print more than just signs? does accuracy go down because of the large build surface? We want to print larger parts but need the "Z" access dimension to accommodate up to a 4" part. Love to get your response.

[@SkyviewArts]

I have 2 Flashforge printers but this one is a step backwards, and for that money you have to print your own levelling nut?

[@agonymobile]

One thing I try to find, they didn't mentioned at all is... What's the size of the build volume? XYZ? Not in their web site.

[@grimlock_3d]

What a coincidence I'm watching this on the 30th, but in 2021!

[@AndrewSink]

Oh wow, that's some serious build volume!!

[@Quadromodo]

Vertical would be better, but it's for sign printing init.

[@KiemPlant]

@@Quadromodo Yeah, build volume isn't even that impressive. It's good at what it's made for sign / wide printing.

[@Quadromodo]

@@KiemPlant Yeah true but not if it's done one letter or symbol at a time, you could do that on any printer. to make it worthwhile it needs to put down a flat 1mm layer across the entire print surface and do it super fast before lettering/symbols, the sign needs to be a single print!. Lets talk fat volcano hotend then swap with a 0.4 for quality lettering? What the hell use a fat volcano throughout? People read signs from a distance, maybe a 1mm nozzle? get it done a lot quicker. What I'm watching isn't science, it's nescience. Just because it can be done, doesn't mean it should be done. What the hell? It's not worth the electricity! IMO obviously.

[@TomTom-tp3qc]

@@KiemPlant It's just a CNC chassis with not even a high-z mod axis. Not really that impressive as there's only 1 print head which severely limits its ability. Something that price / size needs a solid 12"+ of z travel, and on that gantry, at least 2 synchronised print heads that can cover the whole area.

[@bernhard8540]

Yeah the bottom nut is to hold the foot still while you turn the other nut to lift the bed that way the whole foot isn't turning while your trying to raise or lower it :)

[@Hottentotta]

1:04:44 thank you so much!

[@TheTurboman2]

you should do an unboxing video pre-recorded then edit add the follow-up video after you dinked with it for a few days to work the bugs out then master a final video. Your large build bed is likely not a flat plane (aluminum) and will be a bugger to level no matter what. glass may have been the best predictable surface as long as the heater interface is a good one. (another variable that will contribute to build bed warpage that cannot ever be truly leveled.) I'm curious if there are laser bed sensors that can adjust on the fly as print is progressing to make corrections on that first layer put down that is so crucial to the part adhesion? Love to get your response.

[@TheTurboman2]

Live streaming seems cool but for a truly information-filled educational video, consider shooting and editing your productions so you can study the questions from the live stream and answer them in your edited version. You can edit past the painfully long print segments and the other oops parts of the video. Some youtubers just zoom high speed during those parts so you still include the info. Example: you answered the question of what is this printer for at least 6 times. If you typed a more complete explanation in the description people probably would still ask redundant questions :)

[@yidimu3dprinter895]

That is cool video for testing FDM 3d printer,did you test LCD 3d printer?

[@tejae504]

$3,000 and no auto bed leveling?? You’d think that would be a industry standard in high end printers..guess not

[@marvinhuth4487]

i prefer a straight bed and the assumtion you know what you are doing.

[@Rob_65]

I am with Marvin Huth. A friend has a "Felix Pro 2", a $3000 machine, and that one has a very nice auto bed leveling - it actually levels the bed instead of compensating in software. But then, you need this because the mechanism of attaching the removable heated bed is not sturdy enough to ensure that bed leveling is still good. I prefer a stable printer, I built my own printer like a CNC mill, leveled it a few years ago and did not touch it since.

[@TomTom-tp3qc]

@@Rob_65 I like that train of thought, overengineer the bed levelling and structure, then it's pretty much "set and forget". Worst case scenario, auto level as a calibration prior to printing too if need be. Wish there were more decent sized, affordable 3D printers built like this.

[@cosmickatamari]

Dude, it's flashforge. What do you expect? :(

[@Nordic_Mechanic]

everything prints good with pla. Get some pteg in those machines!

[@chrise1004]

I didn't realize there was anyone left that printed on blue tape anymore....rookie move man, rookie move

[@MakersMuse]

Yeah nooo idea what FF was thinking. Should be a huge magnetic sheet so you can peel off and hot swap prints imho.

[@jamesskelton3488]

"It is going according to plan." That is nerd for "hold my beer" right?

[@Mupshot]

3k and you need to print the leveling knobs?

[@peterjigstad9755]

Yeah, f-ing insane! Like buying a new car, but you must order the steering wheel separate and picking it up as a package from a post office. LOL

[@tetraliteproducts542]

I used to print on blue tape and I found that wiping the tape down with a terry cloth rag and 99% IPA before printing made things stick much better.

[@terryvickers5986]

Don't you level the frame using the adjustable legs first? Then put lock nuts on top of the legs.

[@jonathanfowler869]

I am printing right now while watching, on my elegoo neptune 2 :)

[@jacobnwalker]

I just purchased a printer like this one but with a build volume of 800x800x80. Can't wait to make some big stuff! Do you still have this printer or have you sold it?

[@valent_t]

Hi Joel, any comments after a long time you had to reflect about this machine? Did you find any other similar but better machine ?

[@enhidri160]

oop- i was rewatching, AND YESS! YOU GOT THE CREATOR PRO 2!

[@Jack-sy8hs]

And you are?

[@enhidri160]

@@Jack-sy8hs oh I was the one who informed 3dpn that it was a cp2 a sequel to his first ever printer

[@DaarkCloud]

Watching 3D printing Daddy struggle to unpack a printer for longer than anticipated

[@rdh2059]

The default nozzle diameter for this printer is 0.6mm, btw...

[@oscaranderson1822]

Could you print a 75 mm call Lego..

[@bjohns3961]

Atomic filament doesn’t work for me

[@DrSkiba]

Happy new year, Joel (when it comes to it)! Thanks for the awesome content over the past year. :)

[@sbpcls]

lol when you got time to put a coffe a keyboard and a mouse on that box ... your paid to open em...lol

[@Tall_Order]

Print F to pay respects.

[@Ron_Ventura]

Love Joel, but why doesn’t he at least scan the instructions (either printed or on the manufacturer’s website) prior to leaping in? It’s not just Joel. So many KZbin experts seem to refuse to read instructions, then flap around trying to figure out why things are going sideways. Also, agree a quick wipe of the bed wouldn’t have hurt either. Still love 3dpn though.

[@Quadromodo]

Your a star Joel, you got the patience of a saint, possibly saint Jude. (patron saint of lost causes.)

[@chas290620]

it's compact and u can take it anywhere

[@peterjigstad9755]

That's some messy and tangled filaments during print... ooouwch!

[@Mupshot]

you started printing on it without wiping the bed. you mentioned it was dusty before you started, so a wipe or coating of glue stick might have been in order. You were in too much of a hurry to show it off. but we still love you man.

[@chas290620]

here's something new i found not out yet but and upside down 3d printer u can take it with u

[@gizman12]

Can anyone help me in the comments I want to buy a 3D printer and I'm between these two printers the eryone er20 and the ender 3 v2

[@peterjigstad9755]

It depends on many things. What your purpose is on using a 3d printer is the main question. The ER-20 is more expensive, but a little bit easier to assembly, is a lot quieter and has auto-leveling sensor but a smaller build area than V2 printer and ER-20 seems to perform with better end results, but that may depend on the slicer setups. The V2 is cheaper and a bit harder to assemble but good as a cheap start printer if you want to learn more about how printers works, and look forward to make/buy upgrades and learn even more that way as a hobby. If you just want a printer to print things with and that's that, go for ER-20. But remember, every printer has it own maintenance measures, no matter of brand.

[@gizman12]

@@peterjigstad9755 Thank you for your reply I was leaning more towards the ender side of things I do see there is more to learn on it but I see all the possibility with the upgrades you can get for it.

[@peterjigstad9755]

@@gizman12 That is true, Ender has more possibilities and huge resources on the internet, both as research and hardwares. And nothing says you can get a Eryone later if you goes for Ender V2 now. Perhaps an Eryone with bigger build volume, then :-)

[@wnoah3352]

1:59:49 is when he answered my q

[@hypekfnadeemyt1716]

Great stream

[@alaninnovates6353]

Lol nice printer, I'm glad I came back to watch 3d printing nerd.

[@kittiesnmore]

nicework

[@TylerMcL3more]

Kowalla rum or Koloa Rum? If Koloa- I used to work for them as a brand ambassador and got tons of free rum from them, and they genuinely had the best coconut infused rum I’ve ever tasted. Check it out if you get a chance! :) Cheers!

[@thomasheisler]

that box is like fort nox, lol

[@BCjeffro420]

Nice Thanks!

[@mitch3064]

Lathe's are heavier, so you had it easy. LOL

[@DCT_Aaron_Engineering]

OMG Joel, now that’s a 3D printer 😆. Congratulations on the new addition to your shop. Can’t wait to see what you make with this beast. Hope you had a lovely Christmas. Wishing you and your family a very happy new year 🥳. Cheers Aaron 🍻

[@bulltech4914]

Great

[@satgod]

this thing screams CNC machine

[@fathomwild2224]

This is the most flashforge flashforge printer I've ever seen..... Shouldn't have to do all that to level it.

[@ХорошийЧеловечек-г7с]

Спасибо за видео обзор!

[@johnwatrous3058]

Flashforge AD1 3D Printer $8999.00 MSRP

[@thareshkumar6113]

We are selling for 7000$

[@ydeardorff]

save that box for a laser engraving encolsure

[@Martial-Mat]

$9000 - for THAT?! jeez.

[@peterjigstad9755]

$5000 in Europe ...but still: jeeeez!! :-)

[@Martial-Mat]

@@peterjigstad9755 Yeah, a hell of a lot of money just to print letters. not even much build height.

[@robertzawasky545]

runner up

[@richiebricker]

Yeah the guy that watched 5 hrs of your giveaway was the guy that didnt win anything. Track him down and give him a benjamin Franklin or give him a hundred bucks

[@makewithmegma]

R u really going to collab with integza?,i read youre comment on his video 😍👌👍🔥

[@3DPrintingNerd]

I very very much would!

[@makewithmegma]

@@3DPrintingNerd i you did that that would be amazing video, he replied to youre comment, chek it out, i think he also wants to collab👌👍

[@straightdrop4970]

Loyal? I would like to send money and find out more about a better giveaway sweepstakes method. I have a few things I would like to give away. Thank you. Your awesome!!!

[@straightdrop4970]

What I meant by loyal is he said that’s who helped him with a better way to do giveaways

[@straightdrop4970]

@@3DPrintingNerd I would like to donate sorry for the multiple replies I wasn’t sure if you would receive my previous messages because they were replying to someone else anyways. First thank you for your educational videos good stuff. I’d like to join your membership and donate. I’m waiting on a grant so I will have money soon hopefully. I have lots of merchandise to give away from my hauling business and new stuff purchased from stores. I am excited about 3D printing never owned one yet. I need some help on sweepstakes I live in USA California

[@debonh3828]

The machine is surely a joke? No way will it maintain a level bed with that material and construction method. Hardly good enough for the common low tolerance wood working router type of thing.

[@valent_t]

Have you seen any similar machine that is designed better?

[@gregoryetter8276]

hope you see this

[@GamingKing545]

i want to see a benchy

[@whatyoudo9773]

there is no way its not going to kink and mess up that floating filament eventually

[@oscaranderson1822]

Stack them up to the house

[@brycesstuff]

Funny it was the s, because you know "s" happens 🙍

[@richardincam]

At least it’s A game is good.

[@nq3052]

use a chainsaw next time to get the scraps up ...

[@thedangerzone9399]

What happened? Its the silly painters tape. Small indy company.

[@gregoryetter8276]

u see me

[@hhscjdvgcbyg7152]

i am looking for lamborghini cad files

[@gregoryetter8276]

hi

[@chas290620]

new not out yet but on youtube from kralyn3d

[@ydeardorff]

feed ferretts cat food, they wont stink as much

[@whatyoudo9773]

kinda like buying a giant-screen TV but the shows still suck just like on the little screen TV

[@TheCrazymicki]

6.5k for that... well...

[@jorgequintana3279]

Does this boy take drugs?

[@3DPrintingNerd]

I don’t know, do you?

[@jorgequintana3279]

@@3DPrintingNerd I have the same side effects of coffee. Lol 😂

[@MrDonXX]

*_$3000.00 + Watching this video does not equal money well spent sorry. When did we start excepting performance with a system like this at that price level._*

[@arthurgoddeeris1989]

Many ads

[@tomaslazar4092]

Mmm

[@alaskankare]

"A" for effort....ahhhhh

[@bethisway]

This is a insanely bad printer.

[@sacripudding4586]

It's hard to really give that assumption based on this video. 3D Printers are very precise machines that require calibration and that often can take a while. I'm just going to wait for the video where he has gotten use to it and gets settings down before I make an assumption. Very weird idea for a printer though

[@Trumplican]

no auto bed leveling?? trash....

[@pat7777100]

You're a wing nut

[@Laser-warriorjf9ny]

I’ve just wasted 10 minutes of my time watching this video 3 years later while you drink coffee, and read your live chat. If this an unboxing video you failed. Sorry, but I’m outta here!

[@James-cs4zk]

Pretty slow going

[@3DPrintingNerd]

Oh for sure. As a live stream reply there is lots of opportunity to fast forward :)

[@pat7777100]

You're a wing

[@johnwatrous3058]

Very over-priced.

[@prawngravy18]

15 minutes to open a box.

[@3DPrintingNerd]

To be fair, it's more of a reinforced crate than just a box.

[@gregoryetter8276]

hi