QIDI Tech Q1 Pro FDM 3D Printer

The QIDI Tech Q1 Pro is a compact desktop high-temperature FDM 3D printer aimed at high-speed and reliable printing experience at an affordable price. Alongside its high-temperature wear-resistant extruder and active chamber heating, the Q1 Pro model boasts full-auto calibration, durable and precise machine drive system, compatibility with a wide range of materials, remote control, and increased user-friendliness. Read on to learn more!

The enclosed build chamber of the QIDI Tech Q1 Pro has an independent heater and can reach 60 °C, which reduces warping and delamination with high-temperature filaments, such as ABS, ASA, PC, PA, fiber-reinforced composites like PPS-CF, and more. Smart cooling system and multi-metal composite nozzle enable smooth and quality handling of demanding filaments.

The QIDI Tech Q1 Pro uses a lightweight CoreXY structure which allows for ultra-fast printing speeds of up to 600 mm/s and acceleration of 20000 mm/s². The open-source and easy to expand Klipper firmware makes it possible to introduce the resonance compensation feature to reduce vibrations at high speeds. Another way to achieve faster and smoother movements is the use of dual independent Z-motors. The automatic bed leveling function uses two capacitive sensors to ensure the build plate flatness and good print adhesion.

To provide a streamlined experience for both beginners and advanced users, the QIDI Tech Q1 Pro 3D printer is equipped with multiple quality-of-life features, including input shaping for eliminating resonance in prints at high speeds, filament tangle detection and runout sensors, power loss recovery function, easy-to-use removable PEI platform, built-in camera for remote monitoring, and intuitive interface.

In terms of software, the Q1 Pro model is powered by QIDI Slicer providing enhanced slicing capabilities as well as QIDI mobile app ready for remote print status monitoring and control. The printer is also compatible with such popular programs as Cura, PrusaSlicer, Orca Slicer, and Simplify3D.

Due to its high-temperature printing capabilities, exceptional print speed, increased accuracy and stability, ergonomic design, and ease of use, the QIDI Tech Q1 Pro is perfect for an ample range of personal and professional applications in various spheres, from modeling and prototyping to low volume production of functional parts, and more. Industrial-grade use cases can include fixtures, gears, housings, brackets, etc.

The Q1 Pro 3D printer requires minimal assembly and is quick and easy to set up and use. A bunch of useful features, ability to handle high-temperature materials, and impressive speed characteristics make it one of the best machines in its price range.

Specifications:

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

Print quality

The QIDI Tech Q1 Pro is equipped with a powerful direct drive extruder with hardened steel gears and an auxiliary part cooling fan. The new trimetal hotend for advanced filament handling can reach 350 °C and provides a fast heat-up time and consistent extrusion.

Thanks to its multi-metal composite hotend that offers superb wear and high temperature resistance, the Q1 Pro model can easily handle fiber filaments. A standard 0.4 mm nozzle can be replaced with optional 0.2, 0.6, or 0.8 mm nozzles.

Apart from the high-temperature hotend, the Q1 Pro model features active chamber heating. It provides improved layer bonding and reduced risk of warping and cracking issues, especially when it comes to warp-prone filaments, such as ABS, PA, PC, etc.

To provide the best possible accuracy of the printed objects, the QIDI Tech Q1 Pro model comes with dual sensor auto leveling for additional convenience, precision, and a double guaranteed perfect first layer.

The reliable Core XY structure with a dual motor drive Z-axis upgrade ensures precise movement positioning and automatic build bed tilt adjustment. This leads to stable and low-noise printing at high speeds up to 600 mm/s.

Similar to other QIDI solutions, the Q1 Pro is built of reliable, solid materials. A fully metal frame structure and metal bottom reinforcement provide extra stability and accuracy during the printing process.

Materials

Due to its high-temperature extruder with the nozzle heating up to 350 °C as well as 60° C independent chamber heating, the QIDI Tech Q1 Pro can print with a wide range of consumer and engineering-grade thermoplastics, including PLA, PETG, TPU, PLA, PVA, HIPS, ABS, ASA, PC, PA, fiber-reinforced composites, and others. The printer is compatible with both proprietary and third-party filaments, which makes the choice of consumables literally unlimited.

Equipped with a 120 °C heatable platform and fully enclosed active build chamber capable of keeping a stable temperature of up to 60 °C, the Q1 Pro provides reduced risk of warping and cracking, improved layer bonding, and higher reliability when printing with advanced filaments, such as ABS, PA, PC, etc. The closed-box design with balanced air circulation also reduces printing noises making for quiet operation.

Build volume

The QIDI Tech Q1 Pro offers a build area of 9.6 x 9.6 x 9.5 inches (245 x 245 x 240 mm) sufficient for a wide range of prototypes, artistic models, end-use parts, and consumer goods. A build volume like this lets one produce small-to-medium objects as a whole, without the need of splitting them. Larger objects can be printed in parts and then assembled or glued together.

The aluminum print bed boasts good flatness for a perfect first layer with improved adhesion, while a dual-sided textured PEI magnetic build plate makes it easy to remove the printed models with a smooth and fine bottom.

Printer controls and software

The QIDI Tech Q1 Pro is controlled via a 4.3" 272x480 color touchscreen with an intuitive and well-organized UI providing fast and convenient access to all printer settings and parameters.

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The Q1 Pro 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 flash drive. The same and more can be done through the QIDI mobile app: it provides remote 3D printer access, allows one to skip failed prints and reduce filament waste. In addition, the machine features remote monitoring and timelapse support via a built-in 1080P camera.

In terms of slicing software, the QIDI Tech Q1 Pro comes with the proprietary QIDI Slicer based on PrusaSlicer by Prusa Research. This feature-rich and easy to operate program is specially designed for QIDI 3D printers and thus offers a better experience with the Q1 Pro model. QIDI Slicer runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux. It supports the most common file formats, including STL, OBJ, 3MF, STEP, and STP.

The QIDI Tech Q1 Pro 3D printer is also compatible with other popular slicers like Cura, PrusaSlicer, Orca Slicer, and Simplify3D.

What’s in the box

• QIDI Tech Q1 Pro FDM 3D printer
• Power cord
• Filament extension stand
• Filament spool holder
• Holder cover
• Scraper
• 7mm spanner
• Flat head screwdriver
• Allen key H1.5
• Allen key H2
• Allen key H2.5
• 0.4mm nozzle cleaning tool
• USB 2.0 flash drive
• Spare parts kit
• Q1 Pro quick start guide

For some items, package content may change. In case of any questions, please get in touch.

The official unboxing guide and manual for the QIDI Tech Q1 Pro are available at the QIDI Wiki.

Look and feel

The QIDI Tech Q1 Pro 3D printer is available in classic black. Its stylish look and compact enclosed design make the Q1 Pro model ideal for any hobbyist or professional application.

The machine dimensions are 18.8 x 18.4 x 19.3 in (477 x 467 x 489 mm). It weighs approximately 37.5 lbs (17 kg).

Price

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