FEATURE
SainSmart A8 is a Prusa i3 style 3D printer designed by Anet for SainSmart. Compatible with multiple filaments, with 1.75mm direct feed extruder, and large LCD screen. Our best-selling SainSmart TPU flexible filament is included.
- 220 x 220 x 230mm (8.66 x 8.66 x 9.45 inches) printing size
- 1.75mm Direct Feed Extruder.
- Support various types of filament such as TPU, PLA, ABS, HIPS, Wood etc.
- Comes with filaments holder. Convenient and useful for changing filaments.
- Supports online and SD card off-line printing
- Instruction and assembling videos are provided
SPECIFICATION
| Frame | Acrylic |
| SD-Card & LCD Screen | Yes |
| LCD Display | 2004 |
| XY Axis Accuracy | 0.012mm |
| Z Axis Accuracy | 0.004mm |
| Number of extruder | 1 |
| Print Color | 1 |
| Extruder Diameter | 0.4mm |
| Printing Speed | 100mm/s |
| Print Size | 220x220x230mm (8.66x8.66x9.06 inch) |
| Nozzle Temp. | Recommended: 195℃ for PLA, Max 250℃ |
| Heating Plate Temperature | around 100℃ |
| Heating Plate Material | Aluminum |
| Filament Diameter | 1.75mm |
| Consumable Material | TPU, PLA, ABS, Wood, Nylon, PVA etc. |
| OS | XP/WIN7/WIN8/Mac/Linux |
| Slicing Software | Cura/Repetier-host |
| File Format | STL/OBJ/G-code |
| Support | Y/N could be chosen |
NOTICE
- Please follow the instruction to connect the power supply.
- Please check the voltage switch on the power before powering it.
- Please avoid continuous printing for a long time. If necessary, add additional fan for cooling.
WHAT'S IN THE PACKAGE
- 1 x A8 DIY 3D Printer (Unassembled)
- 1 x 250g Free SainSmart Filament
- 1 x Filament Wall Mount Rack
We recommend an extra part to upgrade your A8 - Auto Leveling Position Sensor for A8 3D Printer
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| A8 DIY 3D printer | CR-10 Mini | Ender-3 | |
| Build Area | 8.66" x 8.66" x 9.45" (220 x 220 x 230mm) | 11.8" x 8.66" x 11.8" (300 x 220 x 300 mm ) | 220 x 220 x 250 mm (8.7 x 8.7 x 9.8”) |
| Dual Z-Axis | √ | × | × |
| Resume from last layer printed | × | √ | √ |
| Printing Speed | 40-120 mm/s | 50-200 mm/s | 180 mm/s |
| Heated Plate | √ | √ | √ |
| Max. Extruder Temp. | 250℃(480℉) | 250℃(480℉) | 255℃(491℉) |
| Connectivity | microSD card, USB 2.0 | SD card, USB 2.0 | SD card, USB 2.0 |
| Compatible Software | Cura (recommended), Repetier-Host, ReplicatorG, Simplify 3D | Cura (recommended), Repetier-Host, ReplicatorG, Simplify 3D | Pro/E, Solidworks, Siemens UX, 3DS Max, Rhinoceros 3D |
| Printable Materials | ABS, PLA, PET, TPU, PVA, Wood , PETG, Metal etc. | ABS, PLA, PET, TPU, PVA, Wood , PETG, Metal etc. | ABS, PLA, PET, TPU, PVA, Wood , PETG, Metal etc. |
| Assemble | DIY kit | Mostly pre-built | Semi-Assembled |
Learn
FAQ:
1. Question:
What program do you use for your pc to make your models for your 3d printer?
Answer:
You can use CURA 14.4 or Repetier-host.
2. Question:
Does the heating plate move as well?
Answer:
Yes the heating plate moves forward and backwards
3. Question:
Is it MAC compatible
Answer:
Yes, it is compatible with MAC and Windows xp/vista/7/10.
I have been using FreeCAD and Slic3r to successfully make 3d prints on OS X.