QIDI Q2 3D Printer

The QIDI Q2 is a desktop FDM 3D printer featuring enclosed chamber architecture with a generous 270 × 270 × 256 mm build volume designed for home and educational applications. The printer integrates 1080P AI camera monitoring with automatic failure detection and timelapse recording capabilities, while offering dual connectivity through 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi and Ethernet alongside 32GB EMMC internal storage.

The Q2 model integrates CoreXY motion architecture with hardened linear guide rails operating at maximum speeds of 600 mm/s and acceleration up to 20,000 mm/s². The printer features load cell bed leveling integrated into the hotend eliminating probe offset requirements, second-generation PTC chamber heating reaching 65°C, and 370°C hotend capacity for engineering materials. The 3-in-1 air filtration system comprises G3 pre-filter, H12 HEPA filter, and activated carbon layers removing 99.5% of particulates. MET certification compliance meets OSHA standards as the first 3D printer achieving this safety designation.

The QIDI Q2 is a beginner 3D printer that addresses 4 primary application categories: prototyping for mechanical components requiring dimensional accuracy within ±0.2mm tolerances, educational projects in STEM curricula utilizing PLA and PETG materials, functional part production using engineering plastics including PA, PC, and fiber-reinforced composites at chamber temperatures up to 65°C, and multi-material manufacturing supporting up to 16 simultaneous filaments through the QIDI Box integration for applications like dissolvable supports and multi-color assemblies.

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

Print quality

The QIDI Tech Q2 achieves print quality through CoreXY motion architecture combined with 1.5GT timing belts and hardened steel linear guide rails operating at maximum speeds of 600 mm/s with acceleration up to 20,000 mm/s². 

This configuration eliminates ghosting and ringing artifacts compared to bed-slinger designs, delivering Ra 0.8 μm surface roughness on PLA with 0.2 mm layer heights according to engineers from QIDI Tech during the 2025 surface finish analysis.

VFA resonance compensation algorithm reduces vibration-induced artifacts by 85% while monitoring frequencies between 20–100 Hz, while input shaping technology eliminates ringing patterns during high-speed operation.

The load cell sensor integrated into the hotend provides ±0.02 mm bed leveling precision with zero offset measurement, eliminating probe calibration errors and ensuring perfect first layer adhesion accuracy within ±0.1 mm across the entire build plate.

Multi-sensor closed-loop temperature control maintains ±0.5°C thermal stability throughout the print process. The ceramic throat hotend design with optimized heat dissipation reduces thermal creep by 40% compared to PTFE-lined hotends, while the bimetal hardened steel nozzle withstands 10x the abrasion resistance of brass nozzles when printing carbon fiber composites.

Temperature precision reaches 370°C maximum hotend temperature with a 65°C heated chamber to through second-generation PTC heating elements.

Materials

The QIDI Q2 supports 1.75mm diameter filaments across 3 categories: standard thermoplastics (PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA), engineering plastics (PA, PC, PPS-CF), and flexible materials (TPU 95A hardness).

The 370°C maximum hotend temperature enables printing of carbon fiber reinforced polymers, glass fiber composites, and high-temperature filaments requiring up to 350°C processing temperatures.

Second-generation active chamber heating reaches 65°C and reduces warping by 40% while improving interlayer adhesion strength by 25% for engineering materials according to researchers from CNC Kitchen during the 2023 heated chamber analysis. Chamber heating eliminates thermal stress-induced cracking in ABS, PC, ABS-GF, and PA materials by maintaining temperature differential below 185°C throughout the whole build volume.

The optional QIDI Box system expands material capabilities to 25 supported filaments including dissolvable supports (PVA, BVOH when dried), flexible materials (TPU 64D), and 8 composite variants (ABS-CF/GF, PLA-CF/GF, PETG-CF/GF, PPS-CF, PET-CF/GF). 

NFC intelligent recognition automatically configures optimal settings for QIDI-branded filaments while 65°C simultaneous drying maintains material moisture below 0.02% during printing.

Build volume

The QIDI Q2 provides 270 x 270 x 256 mm build volume delivering 18.7 liters of print space for medium-scale manufacturing applications. This capacity supports printing assemblies up to 270mm diameter without segmentation, including functional prototypes measuring 250mm length.

The aluminum substrate heated bed reaches 120°C maximum temperature with 6 mm thickness ensuring thermal uniformity across the 270 x 270 mm surface. The dual-sided textured PEI magnetic build plate provides adhesion forces up to 15 N/cm² while enabling flexible part removal after cooling. Temperature variance across the build plate remains within ±2°C during printing operations.

The front-opening hinged door provides 180° access angle for part removal while maintaining thermal stability during active prints through dual-seal construction. Build platform accessibility supports parts weighing up to 2.5 kg without bed deflection.

Printer controls and software

The QIDI Q2 features a 4.3-inch color touchscreen with 480 x 272 pixel resolution providing direct access to printer functions, parameter adjustment, and real-time monitoring capabilities. The display operates through capacitive touch input with response time under 100 ms.

Connectivity includes 3 connection methods: 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi, Ethernet LAN, and USB 2.0, enabling flexible file transfer and remote monitoring through the QIDI mobile application. 

The integrated 1080P HD camera captures frames every 3 seconds for AI-powered spaghetti failure detection using on-chip NPU processing with 85% accuracy rate for light-colored filaments on golden PEI build plates.

QIDI Studio serves as primary slicing software optimized for QIDI hardware with resonance avoidance technology and multi-device workflow management. Third-party slicer compatibility extends to 5 major platforms: Orca Slicer, PrusaSlicer, Cura, Simplify3D, and ideaMaker supporting file formats STL, OBJ, 3MF, STEP, and STP.

Advanced features of the QIDI Q2 model include power loss recovery, filament runout detection, tangle detection with QIDI Box integration, and 32GB EMMC internal storage plus USB flash drive support for local file management.

What’s in the box

• QIDI Q2 3D printer (fully assembled)
• 4.3" color touchscreen display
• Glass top cover
• Filament extension bracket with fixing block
• Filament spool holder with cover
• Professional tool kit (Allen keys, 7mm spanner, flat head screwdriver)
• Build platform scraper
• Scraping silicone tool
• Glue stick for bed adhesion
• Lubricating oil for maintenance
• Power cord (region-specific)
• Ethernet cable
• USB 2.0 flash drive (32GB)
• Spare parts kit
• Documentation and setup guide

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QIDI Box add-on

The QIDI Box is a standalone multi-material feeding system measuring 357 x 300 x 234 mm and weighing 4.35 kg that transforms the Q2 into a 16-color printing solution. The system operates through 4 expandable units featuring hardened steel dual-gear extruders driven by 42-stepper motors supporting 25 materials including carbon fiber composites and dissolvable supports with automatic filament switching. 

To purchase the printer with the QIDI Box add-on, select "View Add-ons & Extras" at the top of the page.

Look and feel

The QIDI Q2 measures 402 x 438 x 494 mm externally with 18.1 kg net weight (23.5 kg gross) delivering substantial build quality and vibration dampening during high-speed printing operations. The enclosed design features matte black and gray color scheme with flame-retardant chamber materials meeting UL94 V-0 fire safety standards. The hinged front door with transparent polycarbonate viewing panel provides 180° opening angle while maintaining chamber temperature stability within ±2°C during active printing.

Ergonomic design includes a rotatable 4.3-inch touchscreen with 90° tilt adjustment, left-side filament loading system accessible without opening the chamber, and rear-panel connectivity ports enabling organized cable management. Internal components showcase precision engineering through visible hardened steel linear guide rails, 1.5GT CoreXY belt system, and systematic cable routing. The integrated LED lighting system provides 1200 lumen illumination across the build chamber, while the 3-in-1 air filtration system (G3 pre-filter, H12 HEPA, activated carbon) removes 99.5% of particulates during printing operations.

Price of the QIDI Q2 entry-level 3D printer

The price for the QIDI Q2 FDM 3D printer is $499.00, which is reasonable considering its industrial-grade CoreXY construction, advanced thermal capabilities, and complete multi-material ecosystem readiness.