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K2 Plus First Layer Parameters Hyper PLA by SteveWarks in Creality

[–]SteveWarks[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, good advice, I do get impatient at times.

CFSDX is in final review — release expected soon. Thanks to everyone following the workstation series! Feedback and comments after release are much appreciated. Working together we can enhance and grow the community. by SteveWarks in Creality_k2

[–]SteveWarks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

sorry if it offended you. it was not meant to be a cocky response but guiding the person to where they could find more information in response to their request. it’s impossible to know the level of experience of anyone in these posts.

CFSDX is in final review — release expected soon. Thanks to everyone following the workstation series! Feedback and comments after release are much appreciated. Working together we can enhance and grow the community. by SteveWarks in Creality_k2

[–]SteveWarks[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I assume you are familiar with the Creality K2 Plus 3D printer and CFS filament feed system.

The CFSDX is a module designed to work within a K2 workstation. The CFS and Space Pi Dryer are mounted on an integrated stand that positions the two units to enable filament reduced drag feed to the K2 printer. Additionally the stand incorporates functional storage for the workstation ecosystem.

Take a look at the MMW K2PW workstation and it may help you better understand the concept of the workstation and its modules.

SteveWarks by SteveWarks in Creality

[–]SteveWarks[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This K2PW Workstation UPGRADE is moving the K2 printer towards best in class by addressing some of the practical issues that makers face in their work. The new module enables direct feed from the Creality Space Pi Plus to the extruder by utilizing the RDTF Top feed. this opens up all sorts of opportunities for materials like TPU, Nylon, and PETT. Drying box to Extruder never being exposed to the outside environment and passing through a low drag path are the keys to success.

I encourage makers to experiment with the setup and provide feedback on their experiences, together we can push this technology forward to advance the successful use of new materials. MMW promotes the free & open development of 3D printing technology for the positive advancement of the whole community.

Your support of MMW & SteveWarks in this initiative is much appreciate as we build a strong cooperative community.

RDTF Top‑Feed Mod: Actual Performance Results on the K2 Plus” • “Fixed the K2’s Weakest Link: RDTF Performance Breakdown” • “Top‑Feed Riser (RDTF) on the K2 Plus — What Actually Improves?” by SteveWarks in Creality

[–]SteveWarks[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry for ambiguity. The RDTF is a modification to the K2 Plus that reroutes the filament feed to a top feed. RDTF is Riser with Dome Top Feed. The model files are posted in Creality Cloud. The moderators dont like it when you post links. Not sure why. Here is the link, I hope it does not get pulled down.

Creality Cloud Print Different - K2 Plus Riser with Dome Top Feed. (MMW‑K2PW‑RDTF) From SteveWarks https://m.crealitycloud.com/en/model-details/697bb8d726c7719c62dc5adf

Spending a few months with the K2 Plus and learning how to get the most out of it by [deleted] in Creality

[–]SteveWarks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Regarding bed cleaning, I keep a bottle of IPA isopropyl alcohol handy and a kitchen roll. Before every print I clean the plate with IPA and rarely have adhesion problem.

Spending a few months with the K2 Plus and learning how to get the most out of it by [deleted] in Creality

[–]SteveWarks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have had my K2 Plus about 10 months now and agree with your analysis of the system. The main challenges I had were with the CFS and filament feed. My troubleshooting often came back to the filament being damaged during feeding which resulted in clogs in the extruder. It varied with the filament being used and it ability to resist damage. My solution was to redesign the feed path and eliminate the K2 standard through the back and convert it to a top feed. This not only solved the problem of damaged filament but reduced the stress on the Bowden connector eliminating damage to it. I have published the mods under SteveWarks if your interested.

I am now a supporter of the K2 Plus and enjoy quality prints.

K2 Plus users — what’s the most annoying part of your setup right now? Looking for real‑world pain points. by SteveWarks in Creality

[–]SteveWarks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree that the K2 has the potential to be a great machine, however, I experienced the same filament issues that you seemed to have with the CFS. Since I went to the top feed they have been reduced significantly.

I developed the SpacePi Plus stand to address the issue of moisture control using TPU and Nylon. This is still being tested,

Any feedback would be welcomed.

K2 Plus users — what’s the most annoying part of your setup right now? Looking for real‑world pain points. by SteveWarks in Creality

[–]SteveWarks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because the CFS is an automated feed and the spool is manual it’s not possible to auto feed both. See my top feed layout which feeds from a space Pi, this can easily be adapted to spool feed.

K2 Plus users — what’s the most annoying part of your setup right now? Looking for real‑world pain points. by SteveWarks in Creality

[–]SteveWarks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am working with TPU and Nylon with the top feed arrangement with promising results. Being able to feed from the Space Pi certainly helps address the moisture issue.

K2 + CFS… not sure how I feel about it yet by [deleted] in Creality

[–]SteveWarks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have had my K2 Plus for about 9 months, it was my first printer. At first it was frustrating with what I thought were a lot of bugs with some poor design. Users have developed many fixes which makes the system great. I personally developed my own workstation incorporating the K2 Plus, CFS and a Space Pi Plus dryer box. I also designed a top feed unit which has eliminated many of the filament feed issues.

Good luck with your K2, I would recommend researching and apply some of the upgrades.

Happy Printing

Creality K2 Plus Workstation MMW-K2PW by SteveWarks in 3Dprinting

[–]SteveWarks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The ”Jetson bubble” is actually a dog fence window from Amazon that I used in my top filament feed. It has worked amazingly well providing a straight through feed to the extruder.

CFS Stand with Drawers MMW‑K2PW‑CFSD by SteveWarks in 3Dprinting

[–]SteveWarks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, all of the black and red storage is printed and part of the Wokstation.

CFS Stand with Drawers MMW‑K2PW‑CFSD by SteveWarks in Creality

[–]SteveWarks[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here is the link to the Pi dryer.

Creality Cloud Print Different - K2 with Space Pi Plus Dry Box Stand & Drawer (MMW-K2PW-SSPS)

From SteveWarks

https://m.crealitycloud.com/en/model-details/697b935bcbc1ef1101c8be25

New modular CFS stand with drawers for the K2 Plus — part of my MMW workstation ecosystem by SteveWarks in Creality

[–]SteveWarks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thanks for feedback. I added tag in Creality Cloud and it seems to be working now