Flashforge AD5X 3D printer

The Flashforge AD5X is a desktop FDM 3D printer aimed at multi-color high-speed printing alongside out-of-the-box experience. Featuring a compact multi-color printing module (IFS), the AD5X shortens material processing and saves time on every color switch. With a durable, ergonomic, open-frame construction, the Flashforge AD5X offers a capacious build volume, impressive print speed of up to 600 mm/s, fully automated leveling, and fast assembly in three simple steps. Given its user-friendly functionality, open material system, and wide creative possibilities, the AD5X model is an ideal option for those new to 3D printing.

To provide a streamlined experience for both beginners and advanced users, the AD5X 3D printer is equipped with multiple quality-of-life features, including a quick-release nozzle system adjusted from the Flashforge 5M series, one-click auto leveling, automatic material switching, filament runout reminder, power loss recovery function, easy-to-use PEI bending platform, and intuitive interface. In terms of software, the AD5X model is powered by FlashPrint 5 providing enhanced slicing capabilities, remote print status monitoring, etc.

Due to its multi-color printing capabilities, next-level print speed, increased accuracy and stability, ergonomic design, and ease of use, the Flashforge AD5X model is perfect for an ample range of personal and professional applications in various creative spheres, including modeling, prototyping, low volume production, and more.

Specifications:

• Print quality
• Materials
• Build volume
• Printer controls and software
• What’s in the box
• Look and feel
• Price

Print quality

The Flashforge AD5X can consistently produce high-quality parts with smooth surface finish, sharp features, clean overhang transitions, and minimal tolerances. Thanks to the smart quick-release nozzle design, one can easily switch printing modes in just 3 seconds reducing costs by 30%. The nozzles for the AD5X are available in multiple diameters (0.25 / 0.4 / 0.6 / 0.8 mm) to fit any creative project.

The reliable Core XY structure and all-metal frame of the Flashforge AD5X ensure precise movement positioning resulting in stable and low-noise printing in high-speed mode.

By effectively reducing print vibration deviations through Flashforge self-developed algorithms, the AD5X 3D printer ensures consistent detail in continuously printed identical models. This solution also eliminates ghosting and ringing issues during high-speed printing.

With the maximum print speed of 600 mm/s, the Flashforge AD5X is up to 40% faster than competing products, which significantly cuts production times. Featuring acceleration of up to 20000 mm/s², the machine is capable of printing most objects in only a few hours.

To provide the best possible accuracy of the printed objects, the AD5X model comes with full auto leveling for additional convenience, precision, and a flawless first layer.

Due to the PEI flexible steel coating plate, it takes only a second to remove the printed models with a smooth and fine bottom.

Materials

Thanks to the extruder temperature of 300 °C and platform heated up to 110 °C making for strong first layer adhesion, the Flashforge AD5X can successfully print with a wide range of consumables, including PLA, TPU, PETG, and ASA ensuring great dimensional accuracy and surface quality. The printer fully supports special high-speed PLA and PETG filament designed for rapid melting and cooling. Equipped with a direct drive extruder and the upgraded fast-heating nozzle, the machine features improved printing with flexible materials.

The upgraded extruder cutter of the AD5X model enables automatic filament feeding and retraction, supporting a 4-color filament change module (IFS module) for smooth and efficient multi-color printing. Each time the material is switched, the nozzle is cleaned, allowing for clear edges without color mixing.

Thanks to advanced smart features like automatic filament switching when printing single-color models, auto material feeding and refill as well as object exclusion for failed prints, the AD5X 3D printer provides a more intuitive and user-friendly experience.

The Flashforge AD5X is an open system compatible with third-party materials, which makes the choice of filaments literally unlimited.

Build volume

The Flashforge AD5X 3D printer is a compact desktop solution that offers a build area of 8.7 x 8.7 x 8.7 inches (220 x 220 x 220 mm) sufficient for a wide range of consumer goods and industrial products, such as toys, artistic models, and prototypes. A build volume like this lets one produce small-to-medium multi-color and multi-material models as a whole, without the need of splitting them. Larger objects can be printed in parts and then assembled or glued together.

Printer controls and software

The Flashforge AD5X 3D printer features a 4.3" smart LCD touchscreen with an intuitive and well-organized UI providing fast and convenient access to all printer settings and parameters.

The AD5X model boasts Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity as well as a USB slot to transfer printing tasks from the PC to the printer through a USB disk. In addition, the machine supports remote monitoring and group control via Flash Maker and Orca-Flashforge mobile apps.

The Flashforge AD5X comes with the proprietary FlashPrint slicing software featuring a powerful set of functions. It is capable of preparing a slicing file by just a few clicks, which makes for fast, efficient, and smooth operation. Apart from a convenient preview function and intelligent path planning algorithm, the program allows one to effectively switch between various printing modes and materials, manage multiple machines, adjust parameters in real time, auto repair damaged meshes, create personalized designs, use files from the memory list, and much more. In addition, FlashPrint 5 supports cloud control, which makes for convenient monitoring of your printing progress.

The full list of compatible software for the AD5X model also includes Prusa Slicer, Cura, and Orca Slicer.

What’s in the box

• Flashforge AD5X multi-color FDM 3D printer
• Power cord
• 4-color module (IFS)
• IFS connection cable
• Display screen
• Spool holder x4
• M3x6 screws x4
• 4-in-1 guide tube
• Mounting plate
• Cable clip
• Diagonal pliers
• Unclogging pin tool
• Screwdriver
• Allen wrench x3
• Grease
• Glue
• PLA filament (10 g x4)
• After-sales service card
• Quick start guide

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Look and feel

The Flashforge AD5X is an open-frame 3D printer available in black. Its stylish look and ergonomic design make it ideal for any studio, small enterprise, or educational institute.

The printer dimensions (including the display screen and spool holder) are 14.3 x 15.8 x 17.6 in (363 x 402 x 448 mm). It weighs 24.3 lbs (11 kg). Four spools of filament are mounted on the side of the machine, arranged side by side, effectively reducing storage space and allowing for more flexible placement.

Price

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