Should I get a Creator X Clone?

[ixlr8]

I've got a FF Creator X with well over 2k hours and I have the Monoprice version sitting in a box ready to be unpacked. I bought it based on how much I've enjoyed the FF, familiarity, obviously price, and capability to double my part production rates. Plus I shouldn't need to change any of my build files...

[ixlr8]

I've got a FF Creator X with well over 2k hours and I have the Monoprice version sitting in a box ready to be unpacked. I bought it based on how much I've enjoyed the FF, familiarity, obviously price, and capability to double my part production rates. Plus I shouldn't need to change any of my build files...

Just following up...

I'm very impressed with the monoprice printer! Unlike the website photos, it does in fact have a metal build plate platform. It's amazing how quiet it is next to my FF Creator X with over 3k hours.

I almost immediately did the full metal hot end upgrade like my FF so I don't need to worry about nylon inserts failing any more also.

I've contacted Monoprice about carrying replacement parts, and although the selection is currently limited, they will carry more soon which is great news for anyone who has ever ordered anything from FF-usa. I'm excited about this alternative.

[jfkansas]

Just curious, how thick are the Z guide rods on the Monoprice? 8mm or 10mm?

Did it come with a top cover and/or front cover?

Just following up...

I'm very impressed with the monoprice printer! Unlike the website photos, it does in fact have a metal build plate platform. It's amazing how quiet it is next to my FF Creator X with over 3k hours.

I almost immediately did the full metal hot end upgrade like my FF so I don't need to worry about nylon inserts failing any more also.

I've contacted Monoprice about carrying replacement parts, and although the selection is currently limited, they will carry more soon which is great news for anyone who has ever ordered anything from FF-usa. I'm excited about this alternative.

[ixlr8]

Just curious, how thick are the Z guide rods on the Monoprice? 8mm or 10mm?

Did it come with a top cover and/or front cover?

Monoprice is using the thicker guides too! I've been totally impressed by this printer.

No acrylic covers. So it's basically a creator X with upgraded metal platform, and a different power supply - no need to switch from 240V now though...

I've ordered a second monoprice now. Ever since I had to replace my build plate on the flashforge it's been nothing but trouble....keeps stopping during printing but only sometimes. Often enough to call it unreliable, and it used to be so reliable until now.

[Geoff]

Monoprice is using the thicker guides too! I've been totally impressed by this printer.

No acrylic covers. So it's basically a creator X with upgraded metal platform, and a different power supply - no need to switch from 240V now though...

I've ordered a second monoprice now. Ever since I had to replace my build plate on the flashforge it's been nothing but trouble....keeps stopping during printing but only sometimes. Often enough to call it unreliable, and it used to be so reliable until now.

I think I'm almost sold on the monoprice, it looks pretty good I have to say for the price, about $400 cheaper than a pro for me.