‘Exceptional’ Creality K1 3D printer is only $309 right now
If you’re considering getting into 3D printing but are put off by the price of getting started, I found a fantastic deal on one of our favorite affordable 3D printers. Right now, the Creality K1 is now $309 (was $599) at Creality.
When our 3D printing expert Alastair reviewed this model, he called it “a superb single extrusion 3D printer that impresses with its speed, precision and refined design.”
The strong point is undoubtedly the maximum printing speed of 600 mm/s with an acceleration of 20,000 mm/s². It reaches maximum speed in just 0.03 seconds and spends most of the printing time at this rate, significantly reducing production time compared to a typical FDM printer.
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In his review, Alastair praised this affordable 3D printer, saying that the machine’s “robust construction and precision are reflected in the accuracy of the prints.”
Summarizing his experience with the K1, he said: “Whether you are a hobbyist, educator or professional, the K1 offers an exceptional 3D printing experience without breaking the bank.”
It uses a Core XY motion system paired with a lightweight 190g print head, keeping motion agile and reducing inertia.
A built-in G-sensor and rigid die-cast frame help eliminate ringing, so prints stay clean even when you push higher speeds.
The heating performance is equally impressive. The aluminum alloy heated bed reaches 60℃ in 180 seconds, while the ceramic heater brings the hotend to 200℃ in about 40 seconds, melting the filament quickly and efficiently.
The hotend features a titanium alloy heat breaker and a copper alloy nozzle which can withstand temperatures up to 300℃. A dual-gear direct extruder provides 50N of extrusion force, helping to maintain a consistent filament flow.
Cooling is carefully managed, with a large fan on the print head working alongside an auxiliary 18W chamber fan, helping layers set quickly and reducing stringing and warping, even on more complex shapes.
You get automatic bed leveling, a self-checking routine, and a flexible build plate that makes it easy to remove finished prints.
The 220 x 220 x 250mm build volume is generous enough for most hobby projects, prototypes and small business spare parts.
Control is handled via a 4.3-inch color touchscreen, with Wi-Fi and Creality OS support allowing you to sync with PC, phone and cloud tools.
At $309, this is a fast, capable 3D printer that makes high-speed, high-quality printing much more accessible. Combo deals are also available, with equally significant savings to be had.
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