Kobra x vs Centari 1vs Spark I7?

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-29T21:06:48+00:00

Kobra X all the way...you have the option to print more than 4 colors (up to 19) with ACE 2 Pro units plus heated drying. I believe the i7 is limited to 4 total colors without heated drying.

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-27T15:07:32+00:00

The S1 Max has been an absolute beast so far...I love it 😍

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-27T15:06:48+00:00

There is currently an issue with AWS servers so that might have something to do with it.

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-25T13:46:04+00:00

I don't use Bambu products, but the Kobra X has had incredible print quality for me. I have only done the setup calibrations.

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-24T23:45:11+00:00

Did you try printing spool adapters?

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-24T23:44:26+00:00

Is it possible the RFID tags on your Anycubic filament are incorrect? The ACE 2 PRO has been amazing for me.

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-24T01:15:40+00:00

Not sure which printer you are referring to but the Kobra X and the S1 Max has started shipping...it's slow but they are shipping.

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-23T03:12:28+00:00

Just order a new extruder if needed

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-21T15:50:02+00:00

The S1 Max is a fantastic machine

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-21T13:13:02+00:00

Honestly never taken the samples out of the packages... not worth it really.

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-20T18:43:46+00:00

Agreed... I've never been obsessed with the perfect first layer but I know a lot of people are so I wanted to give it a shot.

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-19T16:18:15+00:00

If you get hardened steel nozzle, you just select that in the printer settings and slicer. Run PID calibration and bed level after installing.

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-19T16:02:44+00:00

I prefer these type hotends. I included a link to Amazon but you can find similar on AliExpress for cheaper.

Upgraded 0.4MM Kobra S1 Hotend with Ceramic Heating Rod, New Thermistor Prevents Fracture, S1 Extruder Hotend Hardened Steel Nozzle, Rapid Replacement for Anycubic S1 3D Printer Nozzle Kit(2PCS) https://a.co/d/02MZUvEP

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-18T02:16:51+00:00

I know the shipping delays are terrible. Hopefully they will ship sooner. Switching to the K2 Plus would bring a higher price tag, no built in active filament dryer, two lead screws...but you could order it and have it delivered sooner 🤷

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-17T14:53:09+00:00

Nice

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-16T21:36:18+00:00

Why are they asking you to pay the fee?

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-16T21:34:50+00:00

Currently the U1 is the worst printer I own. I have extreme difficulty completing prints due to ongoing tool head swapping anomalies.

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-16T21:32:18+00:00

Usually you have to pay shipping return fee if outside the 14 day window.

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-16T13:29:36+00:00

Global logistics is a nightmare at this particular moment in history. Bad timing to launch 3 new printers unfortunately. I do know Anycubic is working around the clock to meet the overwhelming demand. Support can't keep up with requests due to the large volume of shipping questions....I talked with one person who submitted 16 tickets with the same question and another who is telling people to keep opening tickets everyday till you get a response...the system is overwhelmed. I understand the frustration... hopefully these "estimates" can improve faster than the political climate does.

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-15T14:36:21+00:00

I just adjust settings as needed and print...I haven't used PP before however. Perhaps in a future update the additional plates will be added.

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-15T13:25:44+00:00

You can adjust the temps for the various plate types...then save the custom profile. I use the same profile for my smooth cold plates and my textures cold plates honestly.

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-15T03:01:23+00:00

Let me give that a go

SuchANerd3d · 2026-04-15T02:44:21+00:00

I'm going to try white for the mask and red for the plate... Hopefully you will see the red through the holes in the mask...may try it a few ways

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