New to the 3D Printer market is the Alfawise EX8 – a 3D printer aimed at fans of large volumes. The new Alfawise U30 desktop 3D printer and successor to the Alfawise U20 comes with a particularly large volume of 220 x 220 x 250 mm and offers some more interesting features for hobby makers. What features it has with which filaments can be printed and tips on the duration and structure of the new Alfawise EX8 3D printer are presented in this article.
Key features in brief : The Alfawise EX8 3D printer comes in three parts. The two frame parts only need to be connected and the control connected. According to the manufacturer, the construction takes about 5 minutes. After that, we think the leveling should be checked and possibly readjusted.
The Alfawise EX8 enables 3D prints that can be up to 30 percent larger than most other models. It is suitable, among other things, for architects who would like to visualize planned building objects for hobby makers, production companies – who would like to make prototypes, for example – but also for use in schools and other institutions. Of course, the Alfawise EX8 also makes great in the local workshops and living rooms. For experienced users, it could be an interesting second device. For beginners, it is also suitable as a first device, also because of its very simple design and quick commissioning.
Already on the basis of the listed filaments it is easy to see that the Alfawise EX8 DIY 3D printer can be used very versatile. It is suitable, among other things, for the production of health products (implants, organ models for the planning of surgeries), for the production of filigree decorative items and toys for children and adults. But even individual components or spare parts can be produced very well with this 3D printer. If the components or spare parts are to be used outdoors, it makes sense to use filament that is UV and weather resistant.
Instead of the 0.4 mm nozzle, you can also use a 0.2 or 0.3 mm nozzle as needed to print even more filigree objects. The filament spool is inserted in a separate holder. If the filament is running low, an error message appears on the LCD screen. If a power failure occurs during printing, the 3D printer will save that position and continue printing later.
According to the manufacturer, the 200-watt heating bed can be heated to 40 to 60 degrees Celsius within 5 minutes. The maximum heating bed temperature is around 100 degrees Celsius. The manufacturer recommends attaching high-temperature adhesive tape to the heating bed for better adhesion. The distance between the nozzle and the heating bed should be 0.2 to 0.3 mm. This can be checked very well with a DIN A4 sheet of paper.
If the Alfawise EX8 3D printer uses PLA filament, the temperature of the heating bed should be between 50 and 60 degrees Celsius, whereas when processing ABS, PC and HIPS it can be 80 to 105 degrees Celsius.
The Alfawise EX8 3D printer seems to be suitable for beginners who are not very familiar with the subject and do not want to spend hours building the device, but also for hobby makers and professional users. Of course we find the large volume of construction, which makes many 3D objects realizable, which can not be realized with many other 3D printers of this price range and equipment.
The device is suitable both as a beginner device as well as a second device for more experienced users and produces the desired objects in our opinion appealing quality, as can be seen in the Gearbest.
Features |
●220 x 220 x 240mm maximum build volume to print exciting models ●Precision printing with standard 0.4mm diameter nozzle, accurate alignment, and up to 120mm/s speed ● More successful in 3D printing with power outage protection to prevent a full print repeat ●Blue LCD display for more intuitive control and easy-to-use rotary knob ●Great DIY project, more challenging, but only 5 minutes to get the hang of operation after the assembly ●Reinforced aluminum alloy construction, wear-resistant and durable ● 100 Deg.C max. heat bed temperature, 250 Deg.C max. nozzle temperature for various filaments, such as PLA, ABS, PVA, PP, TPU, wood filled, etc. ● Piano black laser-cut acrylic construction for the extraordinary hand feeling and charm of craftsmanship ● Faster and more fluent filament feeding into the 0.4mm standard nozzle ● High printing quality - stainless steel rails, gears, bearings, and connectors for smooth movements ● Unassembled printer kit to give you an unforgettable, step-by-step learning experience. As long as you have passion and creativity, you should never miss this product ● Working environment: temperature: 10 - 30 Deg.C, relative humidity: 20 - 50 percent |
Specification |
Brand: Alfawise Type: DIY Model: EX8 Engraving Area: 220 x 220 x 240mm Frame material: Acrylic plate Platform board: Aluminum Alloy Nozzle quantity: Single Nozzle diameter: 0.4mm Nozzle temperature: Room temperature to 260 degree Layer thickness: 0.1-0.4mm Memory card offline print: TF card LCD Screen: Yes Print speed: 0 - 120mm/s Platform temperature: Room temperature to 100 degree Supporting material: ABS,PLA,PP,PVA,TPU,Wood Filled Material diameter: 1.75mm Language: Chinese,English File format: G-code,STL XY-axis positioning accuracy: 0.012mm Z-axis positioning accuracy: 0.004mm Voltage: 24V Host computer software: Cura,Repetier-Host Packing Type: unassembled packing System support: Windows / Linux / Mac Connector Type: TF card,USB Product weight: 6.8000 kg Package weight: 8.8000 kg Product size: 47.60 x 37.00 x 43.00 cm / 18.74 x 14.57 x 16.93 inches Package size: 52.60 x 41.00 x 18.50 cm / 20.71 x 16.14 x 7.28 inches |
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