Creality CR-6 Review

Creality as a tech company is known for inventing 3D printer designs that give you value for your money. Creality CR-6 printer, one of their best-selling 3D printers, offers high-quality 3D prints, and it is elementary to use.

Compared to the other 3D printer models in the CR series, Creality CR-6 is exceptional due to its uniqueness and innovations. The prints' quality is unique with an accuracy of 0.1mm and offers a thickness ranging from 0.1mm to 0.4mm.

Want to know more about what this exceptional printer has to offer? Read along for a full review.

Basic Features of the Printer

This FDM/FFF (short for Fused Deposition Modeling/Fused Filament Fabrication) type 3D printers are the most commonly accessible sort of 3D printer, and it operates by melting a string of plastic. The molten plastic is then sprayed in stages using nozzles of various sizes. The print volume allows the user to print in large quantities, has a maximum extrusion temperature of 260°C and a base temperature of about 110°C.

The excellent features of the printer are listed below:

1. HD Color Touch Screen (4.3 inches)

The HD 4.3 inches touch screen will give you an exceptional experience when using the machine. The feature makes it very user-friendly.

2. Photoelectric Filament Sensor

You don’t need to worry about wastage with this unique feature. The photoelectric filament sensor detects when the filament runs out and automatically stops the printer.

3. Flawless Wiring System

Because of the moving pieces, your bed wires may be bumped into or obstructed in some situations. However, you won't have to worry about your wires fraying or colliding with anything, thanks to the newly designed seamless wiring system.

4. Tempered Glass Hotbed

A carborundum glass hotbed platform is attached to the printer for a smooth thermal performance that ensures that the printer gets heated up quickly and eases the removal of the prints.

5. Toolbox Storage Drawer

This feature lets you play around with different tool options in the toolbox, and you won’t have to look around for those tools. It's so easy to find and make use of. 

6. Carrying Handle

A portable handle is a unique addition to the Creality CR-6, making it more convenient to use. It's a well-made, durable handle that attaches to the top of the printer, allowing you to move it quickly if necessary.

7. New Extruder Design

This new extruder design will not only make it simpler to feed filament through for a smooth extrusion, but it will also result in faster, quieter, and smoother prints.

8. A dual Z-axis motor with a timing belt

A dual Z-axis increases bed stability and leveling, leading to improved adhesion and printing performance.

9. 8-Bit Kickstarter

Due to the ability to limit current fluctuation, Kickstarter provides ultra-quiet printing. Because of this, the waves are smoother and cleaner, and you can barely hear the fans running, which is a great bonus.

Product Specifications

The Creality CR-6 has some specifications. Find them below:

• Machine Size: 442 x 462 x 540mm
• Build Volume: 235 x 235 x 250mm
• Printing Technology: Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)
• Product Weight: 9.5 KG
• Layer Thickness: 0.1 – 0.4mm
• Filament: PLA, ABS, TPU, PETG
• Filament Diameter: 1.75mm
• Maximum Heated Bed Temperature: 110°C
• Maximum Extruder Temperature: 260°C
• Maximum Print Speed: 180 mm/s
• File Formats: STL/OBJ/AMF
• Connectivity: SD Card & Online

Pros and Cons of Creality CR-6 Printer

To help you make a better-informed decision as you go over this printer option, here are some of its pros and cons.

Pros

• It is not as loud as other 3D printers.
• Its ease of use makes it an excellent recommendation for beginners.
• It’s easy to maintain.
• It heats up within a short timeframe.
• The stylish design and construction are both functional and attractive.
• Multiple safeguards have been placed to provide all-around protection.
• It prints with extreme precision.
• The overall metal body provides stability and long-term durability.
• It's simple to put together and keep up with.
• Unlike the Ender 3, the power supply is incorporated beneath the build-plate.

Cons

• The PTFE tube is incompatible with extremely high temperatures.
• The filament sensor is located extremely close to the extruder (the filament must be reasonably straight to avoid difficulties).

Printing with Creality CR-6 Printer      

Due to the well-engineered quality, you may do the first print with the Creality CR-6 SE without complications, and in no time, your 3D image is ready. The 3D printer has already been partially assembled before delivery to ease installation and just requires a few screws and bolts to complete the setup. This process is also quick because of its self-leveling feature.

Setting Up Your Printer

The first step required to start printing with this unique printer is to unbox and set it up. Everything you'll need to get the 3D printer up and running is provided. The tools included are some nozzles and other spare parts, and they are of excellent quality. The diagonal pliers also included are quite small but still adequate for cutting the filament to your exact length.

You must make sure the switch is set to the correct voltage in your power source before you consider turning on the gadget. You can also switch the controller between 115V and 230V. Below are some things that are to be put in place before printing.

• Frame installation: To do so, make sure to align the frame with the printer's base then go ahead to secure it with the four fasteners at the bottom. Make sure the stepper motors are pointing backward.
• Monitor installation: Attach the display to the front of the 3D printer on the right side. Fasten it with two tiny screws and plug the cable into the back.
• Filament holder installation: The filament holder can be mounted in various locations. It is plugged in rather than fastened on. You may also turn it 90 degrees to conserve space.
• Install the handle: The handle is a personal preference. You may turn it off if you don't want to maneuver the 3D printer too often. If you wish, all you have to do is attach it to the frame using two screws and specific washers. This appears to be more complicated than it is.
• Tighten belts: It's conceivable that the X and Y axis belts are slack. At the end of each axis is a wheel that you may use to change the tension on the belts. They shouldn't be too slack that they slip, but neither should they be too tight that they shatter.
• Connect the wires: Last but not least, the print head and stepper motor cables are to be plugged in.

Leveling the Print Bed

You need to clean and remove filament debris from your nozzle or print bed before leveling the print bed for the first time. This is critical because leveling requires you to regulate the distance between the nozzle and the print bed.

Leveling will be affected if extraneous items are between the nozzle and the print bed. You can level the print bed automatically with nothing more than two clicks. Check the automatic leveling function via the menu.

Test Printing

Printing with the Creality CR-6 for the first time is very exciting since you would want to find out if you’ve been doing the right thing all along. Follow the following steps to test-print:

• Install the Slicer: You can use Cura slicer, the most popular, to get started. It is free, and you can easily download and use it.
• Download 3D print files: Download any 3D print files from websites such as Nikko Industries or Thingiverse. You can find quality and free STL files on Thingiverse to begin and upgrade to the paid ones as you get better.
• Save the 3D download file as G-code to the SD card: You simply need to open the STL file using Cura after you've downloaded the files. Then, the 3D model will be automatically loaded and presented after a bit of delay.

You can change the size or rotate the object to the degree you want. All you have to do now is press the slice button on the bottom right to convert the model to G-code and save it to your SD card. Depending on the size of the object, this could take some time. After this, insert the SD card into the printer.

Loading the Filament

To load the filament, go through the following steps:

• First, open the extruder and push the filament through the filament sensor with the filament spool on the spool holder (the filament sensor will detect the filament, it then gives a blue signal).
• Push the filament through the extruder again.
• Push the filament out of the nozzle as far as it will go (the temperature should have reached the maximum at this point).
• Shut off the Extruder.

Conclusion

This article has provided a review on the Creality CR-6 printer, its basic features, specifications, pros and cons, and how to print with it. Enjoy this excellent adventure of creativity as you engage this unique masterpiece.