The CraftBot Plus Pro is a plug-n-play FDM 3D printer produced by CraftBot. Designed on the basis of the popular, award-winning CraftBot Plus, this upgraded model comes stock with a glass build plate and all-metal hotend. This results in better adhesion and surface finish as well as wider material compatibility. The device offers good value for money and is backed by a 5-year warranty.
When talking about plug-n-play devices, we mean 3D printers that are ready to print right out of the box and don’t require any particular skill. The CraftBot Plus series boasts this title since 2017 when the standard Plus was named “The best Plug and Play 3D printer” for the first time. It is also known as “the tank” due to its great build quality and durability. Indeed, the whole frame is made of brazed steel, while the side panels are made of plexiglass. The manufacturer supplies additional accessories to close the frame, namely a lockable plexiglass door and a PETG dome cover. Both parts can be bought separately. If you need to print in a temperature-controlled closed environment, you should buy them.
The CraftBot Plus Pro comes with a smart feature-set that includes a pause-and-resume printing option. This gives you the possibility to pause a print job and start it again whenever you want. For example, it lets you comfortably change a spool of filament or resume a print after a power outage. Indeed, in case of blackouts, it automatically saves a breakpoint before shutting down. The printer also supports an optional Filament Monitoring System, a clever add-on that alerts you when the material is about to run out. This frees you from any worries, especially when producing large parts. A convenient-to-use touch display streamlines printing management while informing you about the print progress.
Last but not least, the CraftBot Plus Pro is able to print parts with a layer resolution of 50 microns. Its reliability and versatility make it ideal for producing daily objects as well as quality prototypes and functional tools. Read on for a deeper review.
One user 3D printed this cool Brewhouse. Extremely rich in detail, it turned out pretty good and dimensionally accurate.
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The below-pictured Stables from the Wightwood Abbey set (Infinite Dimensions Games) are also quite cool.
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The CraftBot Plus Pro is a professional-grade desktop 3D printer. When equipped with a 0.25 nozzle, it can print fine layers at 50 microns. The stock nozzle lets you print parts with an average layer resolution of 100 microns. Accurate and adaptable, it allows producing models with a good level of detail and smooth surfaces. It is also fast, reaching a print speed of up to 200mm/s.
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The CraftBot Plus Pro comes with a 0.4mm nozzle but can also hold different nozzle sizes. The standard equipment provides the best balance between print speed and detail. It is more than enough for most of the 3D printing projects.
The print head runs on rods with linear bearings, making the design more simple, lightweight and effective, all characteristics that are desirable in a 3D printer.
The upgraded all-metal hotend allows printing with a range of filaments, including PLA, ABS, HIPS, PET, Nylon, Wood, brass consumables, and many others. Its design minimizes the risk of jams caused by connection points and joints.
The hotend comes integrated with an active cooling system that isolates the melt zone. This makes for cleaner retractions and less oozing. The fan-cooling system also makes for better quality prints with less warping.
The print bed can be heated up to 110°C. It is made of tempered glass, a material characterized by a high modulus of elasticity and thermal stability. This results in great flatness, better adhesion, and low printing errors. Also, it makes for a long-lasting calibration.
The print bed has been designed to resist both scratch and wear. Its smoothness allows creating parts with glossy bases and smooth finishes. The optional enclosure enhances the capability of printing with temperature-sensitive filaments, including ABS.
The CraftBot Plus Pro can process any type of filament of 1.75mm in diameter. It has no proprietary limitations and can hold third-party spools.
The build area of 10 x 8 x 8 inches (250 x 200 x 200 mm) lets you print medium-sized parts hassle-free. This lets you accomplish most printing projects without splitting the model into parts.
Pairing a computer for remote control or operating the printer directly via the integrated color touch-screen is either possible. The kid-friendly responsive display makes for intuitive use.
The proprietary printer software, CraftWare, runs on both Windows 7+, Mac OS X, and Linux operating systems. It supports OBJ, STL, and CWPRJ 3D file formats.
The program has a user-friendly GUI and relies on a powerful slicing algorithm for fast conversions and optimum results.
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The CraftBot Plus Pro is available in black, white, and blue colors. Its stylish look makes it ideal for home use as well as educational and professional applications.
The printer dimensions are 16 x 14 x 15.2 inches (406 x 350 x 385 mm). The spool holder is mounted on the left-hand side of the machine.
The price of the CraftBot Plus Pro is $1,499.00, which is reasonable considering its functionality, build quality, and resolution.
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