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Review on Monoprice 133820 Voxel Printer Removable by Michael Willis

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Easy setup, crisp prints.

Very easy to set up and print right out of the box. The WiFi setup is complicated but not difficult for an advanced user. You need to make sure you are on the same 2.4GHz network (and your computer is not on the 5GHz network). You can get the IP address from the About menu in the printer settings of the printer itself. The IP address changes every time you turn it on and off, so check it every time you print from MP Flashprint. Flashforge's Flashprint software does not work with this printer's WiFi (at least not yet). Make sure you get the MP Flashprint software from the Monoprice website - search for voxel and it's there. the paper barely squeezes between him and the bed. I had to auto-align between prints. The supplied thread is not to my liking, but it's ok. It works well. I am in the process of printing a spool adapter (search Adventurer 3 on Thingiverse and you will find spool adapters there) so I can use 1kg spools. The camera feature only works with the PolarCloud website - you need to log in and go to your printers and you can see the video feed there. I wish I had a local feed, but at the same time it would be convenient to view my prints from my desk at work :) All in all, this seems like a solid printer so far. The quality is great, the software is ok and it has all the features I wanted (closed case, bed at least 150mm, wifi, camera, touchscreen). It also looks great on your desktop. I have a toddler and didn't want to buy a printer without a case because it could get tangled or hurt. It's also easier to transport and store than an open printer. Five stars! Update: A few months later it's still working without any problems. I have tried wood filament, clear, ABS and various PLA. It was difficult with wooden and transparent ones, but I figured out the wood. I had to return pure PLA, probably just a bad brand. Overall still very satisfied. I upgraded the machine with a custom coil adapter, a new door (to keep heat in with the adapter on), and a glass platform. If you are looking for a glass platform for this printer, please choose the size 165x165mm. It fits almost perfectly. Another update a year later: I read that Bowden tube printers can't print TPU, but I tried this one anyway. It works! TPU is not in the list of compatible filament types for this printer, but I used YOYI brand TPU and turned the faucet to 0 with the recommended temperature and it works fine. I've printed some flexible stuff with no problems or jams.

Pros
  • Quick Change Nozzle: Unlike other 3D printers that require tools and 20-40 minutes of labor to change the nozzle, the Voxel has a quick change nozzle that allows you to change the nozzle in seconds without tools.
Cons
  • Only available in black