MP Cadet 3D Printer
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Hi - I am enjoying the printer so far, but am curious about the platform sticker...They obviously don't last forever and I've almost in need of a third. Since the packaging came with one spare I assume that these are available for purchase? If not, do you have a recommendation as to what I should do for the platform after I have used the last adhesive sticker? The manual and other materials do not address this. Thank you.
Karl H
on Aug 8, 2020
BEST ANSWER: You could buy a roll of the wide blue painters tape and give that a try.
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- MICHAEL M on Jul 5, 2021
- Purchased on Aug 1, 2020
BEST ANSWER: You could buy a roll of the wide blue painters tape and give that a try.
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- MICHAEL M on Jul 5, 2021
- Purchased on Aug 1, 2020
Check Amazon for magnetic sheets. There's a lot to choose from. Just cut the small sheet to the size you need. Some sheets are 4x6
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- New User U on Jul 5, 2021
- Purchased on Jul 10, 2020
they don't have them for sale, just use some painters tape, it works the same
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- marion s on Jul 5, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 26, 2020
I use strips of that blue painters tape. It seems to work pretty well.
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- David S on Jul 6, 2021
- Purchased on Jul 9, 2020
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I am looking on Amazon for PL a filament and there are a lot of options! Should I buy spooled filament or is a less expensive variety pack that is not spooled sufficient?
New User U
on Dec 12, 2020
I would purchase the spooled filament in the colors you need. The variety pack is for experimentation only and may not provide enough filament to complete a project.. I current use Black, ivory and Blue which I believe is sufficient for my needs.
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- New User U on Jun 2, 2021
- Purchased on Jul 10, 2020
Definitely get spooled. The variety packs are, per meter, not less expensive and can sometimes tangle or snarl. Plus, you sometimes will want to print an item that requires more filament than a single variety sample.
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- John Kasberger K on Jun 2, 2021
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2020
Grab a spool of the correct width, and then when you want to switch it, just put new filiment on the spool. You save money.
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- marion s on Jun 2, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 26, 2020
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how to slice?
A shopper
on Apr 11, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Use Cura 4.3.0 program that is supplied with the printer. The software is optimized for the Cadet 3D Printer. Insert your .stl file into the print area, adjust any printing parameters and then click the slice box in the lower right hand corner of the software. This will produce a gcode file that you use for 3D printing
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- New User U on Apr 11, 2021
- Purchased on Jul 10, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Use Cura 4.3.0 program that is supplied with the printer. The software is optimized for the Cadet 3D Printer. Insert your .stl file into the print area, adjust any printing parameters and then click the slice box in the lower right hand corner of the software. This will produce a gcode file that you use for 3D printing
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- New User U on Apr 11, 2021
- Purchased on Jul 10, 2020
The printer should have come with a USB drive that has CURA on it. That version has the MP Cadet as the default printer. If you don't have that drive you should be able to download CURA and setup the MP Cadet and slice it with that.
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- MICHAEL M on Apr 11, 2021
- Purchased on Aug 1, 2020
Look online for articles about how to use this printer with Cura. There is an excellent article that gives the code needed to make it work, then download the latest version of Cura and paste in the code.
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- Perry R on Jan 26, 2023
- Purchased on Sep 20, 2022
Use the Cura provided. It installs on windows as far as I know.
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- marion s on Apr 11, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 26, 2020
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Would this printer work well for printing cookie cutters which use PLA filament?
A shopper
on Jan 22, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
You could use this to print cookie cutters but you would not be able to use the cookie cutters directly on the dough because PLA is not food safe.
You could use this to print cookie cutters but you would not be able to use the cookie cutters directly on the dough because PLA is not food safe.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 22, 2020
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You could use this to print cookie cutters but you would not be able to use the cookie cutters directly on the dough because PLA is not food safe.
You could use this to print cookie cutters but you would not be able to use the cookie cutters directly on the dough because PLA is not food safe.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 22, 2020
The study found that PLA is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) when used in contact with food. Enter an answer to this question.
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- Helene Y on Jan 29, 2020
The study found that PLA is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) when used in contact with food. Enter an answer to this question.
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- Helene Y on Jan 29, 2020
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Can you print your own designs? If so how (what is needed)?
Pete
on Jul 16, 2020
BEST ANSWER: You can definitely print your own designs. I've created several projects in SketchUp (just Google the free version of it) and export the design in .stl format. Take that .stl file and open it using the Wiibuilder software that came with the Cadet. Use that software to export a .gcode file which you can put in a micro-SD card for the Cadet to print. It's actually really easy.
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- Patrick S Staff on Jul 16, 2020
- Purchased on May 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: You can definitely print your own designs. I've created several projects in SketchUp (just Google the free version of it) and export the design in .stl format. Take that .stl file and open it using the Wiibuilder software that came with the Cadet. Use that software to export a .gcode file which you can put in a micro-SD card for the Cadet to print. It's actually really easy.
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- Patrick S Staff on Jul 16, 2020
- Purchased on May 17, 2020
Yes, as long as your design software can export an STL or any other Cura acceptable format it will work. You'll first export your file as an STL and then use the Cura distributed by Monoprice to slice the file. This will produce G-Code which you save onto the mini-sd card and insert it into the printer.
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- Dan D on Jul 16, 2020
- Purchased on Jun 5, 2020
Sure, that's the whole idea. I use FreeCAD. There's a steep learning curve, but work through a few of the tutorials and you should get the hang of it.
Look on Thingiverse for ideas.
Look on Thingiverse for ideas.
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- Perry R on Jan 26, 2023
- Purchased on Sep 20, 2022
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Can this be used with metal filled filament?
Andrew C
on Nov 29, 2020
BEST ANSWER: From the statistics sheets of metal filled filament, theoretically it could, but probably not very well. It would probably require an upgraded nozzle to something more wear resistant and metal filled filament does best with a heated bed, which this doesn't have.
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- New User U on Feb 25, 2021
BEST ANSWER: From the statistics sheets of metal filled filament, theoretically it could, but probably not very well. It would probably require an upgraded nozzle to something more wear resistant and metal filled filament does best with a heated bed, which this doesn't have.
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- New User U on Feb 25, 2021
Great question. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
I would like to find that it could
I would like to find that it could
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- Bruce G on Nov 29, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 6, 2020
I don’t know as I bought this item for my granddaughter.
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- Marla F on Dec 1, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 9, 2020
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How do I upload more prints to my SD card?
A shopper
on Jun 19, 2022
BEST ANSWER: My Cadet shipped with a little USB fob for reading/writing the microsd card. It's a good thing because wireless does NOT WORK on this machine so sneakerNet is the only alternative to a long USB data cable.
The device basically makes your sdcard an external disk drive you plug into a USB port (which it is). Mine didn't last very long. It got really hot and burnt out. Bought a much nicer one at Best Buy
You have to watch the filenames though. The Cadet's screen has no (obvious) way of horizontal scrolling so if you have many prints stored on the sdcard, make sure you can distinguish the one you want from the frist 12 chararacters or so
The device basically makes your sdcard an external disk drive you plug into a USB port (which it is). Mine didn't last very long. It got really hot and burnt out. Bought a much nicer one at Best Buy
You have to watch the filenames though. The Cadet's screen has no (obvious) way of horizontal scrolling so if you have many prints stored on the sdcard, make sure you can distinguish the one you want from the frist 12 chararacters or so
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- Paul G on Jun 19, 2022
- Purchased on Aug 31, 2021
BEST ANSWER: My Cadet shipped with a little USB fob for reading/writing the microsd card. It's a good thing because wireless does NOT WORK on this machine so sneakerNet is the only alternative to a long USB data cable.
The device basically makes your sdcard an external disk drive you plug into a USB port (which it is). Mine didn't last very long. It got really hot and burnt out. Bought a much nicer one at Best Buy
You have to watch the filenames though. The Cadet's screen has no (obvious) way of horizontal scrolling so if you have many prints stored on the sdcard, make sure you can distinguish the one you want from the frist 12 chararacters or so
The device basically makes your sdcard an external disk drive you plug into a USB port (which it is). Mine didn't last very long. It got really hot and burnt out. Bought a much nicer one at Best Buy
You have to watch the filenames though. The Cadet's screen has no (obvious) way of horizontal scrolling so if you have many prints stored on the sdcard, make sure you can distinguish the one you want from the frist 12 chararacters or so
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- Paul G on Jun 19, 2022
- Purchased on Aug 31, 2021
On a PC, get the program Cura. If you don't have a model to print, download a model from Thingiverse or make one yourself in TinkerCAD. Open it in Cura and have Cura slice it. Place the SD card in the included USB adapter and put it in your computer. Cura will help you save the gcode file to the SD card, and even help you eject it. Remove the SD card from the USB adapter and insert it in the Cadet.
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- Winston C on Jun 20, 2022
- Purchased on Jan 2, 2022
You can use the Ultimaker Cura Wiibuilder software to export .STL file to the sd card from your computer. You can get more objects from 3d printing model websites or places like thingiverse.
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- Jeffrey G on Jun 19, 2022
- Purchased on Jul 14, 2021
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does it come with filament?????
A shopper
on Jan 21, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for contacting Monoprice.
In regards to your question, the printer comes with sample piece of filament in a bag. Enough to complete one of the sample prints on the SD card.
In regards to your question, the printer comes with sample piece of filament in a bag. Enough to complete one of the sample prints on the SD card.
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- Carlos R Staff on Jan 22, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for contacting Monoprice.
In regards to your question, the printer comes with sample piece of filament in a bag. Enough to complete one of the sample prints on the SD card.
In regards to your question, the printer comes with sample piece of filament in a bag. Enough to complete one of the sample prints on the SD card.
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- Carlos R Staff on Jan 22, 2020
According to the user's manual, the package contents contains 1x Package of Filament
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- Bryan S on Jan 21, 2020
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Can i change the nozzle size?
A shopper
on Jan 21, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Currently we do not offer different sizes for the quick release nozzle.
Currently we do not offer different sizes for the quick release nozzle.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 21, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Currently we do not offer different sizes for the quick release nozzle.
Currently we do not offer different sizes for the quick release nozzle.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 21, 2020
Yes you can change the nozzle. I did it and things seem to work ok. You'll need to heat up the head for both the removal and the insertion of a new nozzle though. And be careful it gets very hot. I wish Monoprice would release some instructions on this.
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- Dan D on Jul 16, 2020
- Purchased on Jun 5, 2020
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I have a Mac can I use this 3d printer with just the cura slicing software?
A shopper
on Feb 8, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for contacting Monoprice.
The recommended slicing software is WiiBuilder, but it is currently only for Windows. In order to use the printer with a Mac computer, please use Cura.
The recommended slicing software is WiiBuilder, but it is currently only for Windows. In order to use the printer with a Mac computer, please use Cura.
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- Carlos R Staff on Feb 10, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for contacting Monoprice.
The recommended slicing software is WiiBuilder, but it is currently only for Windows. In order to use the printer with a Mac computer, please use Cura.
The recommended slicing software is WiiBuilder, but it is currently only for Windows. In order to use the printer with a Mac computer, please use Cura.
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- Carlos R Staff on Feb 10, 2020
I use Cura on Windows with my Cadet. If you look around on the net you can find articles that tell you how to insert code needed to work with this printer. I used the ones from "Curiosity & the Geek."
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- Perry R on Dec 3, 2022
- Purchased on Sep 20, 2022
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how big is the bed?
A shopper
on Jul 9, 2020
BEST ANSWER: The printing platform measures 110mm X 120mm. I think the functional bed size is slightly smaller.
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- Jack R on Jul 9, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: The printing platform measures 110mm X 120mm. I think the functional bed size is slightly smaller.
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- Jack R on Jul 9, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 17, 2020
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Where can we download stl file??
A shopper
on Aug 10, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Thingiverse has tons of user-contributed STL files, mostly for free. Since they don't let me put a URL here, search for Thingiverse. (It is not the one connected with Makerbot.)
You can trust Thingiverse, but I have found some of the other STL sites to be less trustworthy. Watch out for scams.
You can trust Thingiverse, but I have found some of the other STL sites to be less trustworthy. Watch out for scams.
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- Winston C on Aug 16, 2022
- Purchased on Jan 2, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Thingiverse has tons of user-contributed STL files, mostly for free. Since they don't let me put a URL here, search for Thingiverse. (It is not the one connected with Makerbot.)
You can trust Thingiverse, but I have found some of the other STL sites to be less trustworthy. Watch out for scams.
You can trust Thingiverse, but I have found some of the other STL sites to be less trustworthy. Watch out for scams.
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- Winston C on Aug 16, 2022
- Purchased on Jan 2, 2022
There are websites that sell files, but there are also free sites like thingiverse
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- David L on Aug 10, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2021
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Whenever I turn the printer on it makes a terrible shaking noise then it stops and says sprinter halted homing failed any ideas on how it To fix this?
New User U
on Nov 26, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I can't be sure, because Monoprice never bothered to ship me the printer I ordered and yet they want me to answer questions about it... so here goes... It sounds like its movement is blocked. Did you remove all of the shipping materials? Some manufacturers like to zip tie the moving parts tight for shipping. Are there zip ties that need to be cut?
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- g-man on Nov 30, 2022
- Purchased on Oct 22, 2022
Thank you! I'll check the box that my printer came in. 👍
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- New User U on Dec 4, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I can't be sure, because Monoprice never bothered to ship me the printer I ordered and yet they want me to answer questions about it... so here goes... It sounds like its movement is blocked. Did you remove all of the shipping materials? Some manufacturers like to zip tie the moving parts tight for shipping. Are there zip ties that need to be cut?
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- g-man on Nov 30, 2022
- Purchased on Oct 22, 2022
Thank you! I'll check the box that my printer came in. 👍
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- New User U on Dec 4, 2022
Mine did that they replaced it .
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- Edward Longe E on Dec 3, 2022
- Purchased on Sep 11, 2022
Thank you, how did you get it back to them for them to fix it.
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- New User U on Dec 4, 2022
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Any discounts for schools?
Patricia H
on Jan 21, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Please contact our sales team with your question at sales@monoprice.com and our knowledgeable Sales staff would be more than happy to assist.
Thank you.
Thank you.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 21, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Please contact our sales team with your question at sales@monoprice.com and our knowledgeable Sales staff would be more than happy to assist.
Thank you.
Thank you.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 21, 2020
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Can I use ABS filament in this printer?
Ricardo R
on Jan 21, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This printer would not have a heated bed so it would be incredibly difficult to get the ABS to stick to the bed and not warp if you were able to get it to stick.
We would not recommend attempting this.
This printer would not have a heated bed so it would be incredibly difficult to get the ABS to stick to the bed and not warp if you were able to get it to stick.
We would not recommend attempting this.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 21, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This printer would not have a heated bed so it would be incredibly difficult to get the ABS to stick to the bed and not warp if you were able to get it to stick.
We would not recommend attempting this.
This printer would not have a heated bed so it would be incredibly difficult to get the ABS to stick to the bed and not warp if you were able to get it to stick.
We would not recommend attempting this.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 21, 2020
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Will this also print PETG?
A shopper
on Jan 22, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for contacting Monoprice.
In regards to your question, the Cadet 3D printer will only be able to print PLA and PLA Plus (Pro).
In regards to your question, the Cadet 3D printer will only be able to print PLA and PLA Plus (Pro).
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- Carlos R Staff on Jan 22, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for contacting Monoprice.
In regards to your question, the Cadet 3D printer will only be able to print PLA and PLA Plus (Pro).
In regards to your question, the Cadet 3D printer will only be able to print PLA and PLA Plus (Pro).
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- Carlos R Staff on Jan 22, 2020
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What all does it print?
A shopper
on Jan 24, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This printer can only use filament to make prints.
This printer can only use filament to make prints.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 24, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This printer can only use filament to make prints.
This printer can only use filament to make prints.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 24, 2020
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Resolution?
A shopper
on Jan 27, 2020
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This can reach up to 100 microns.
This can reach up to 100 microns.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 27, 2020
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This can reach up to 100 microns.
This can reach up to 100 microns.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 27, 2020
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What type of Auto bed leveling sensor is used in this printer?
A shopper
on Jan 29, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This printer would use an inductive sensor when leveling the bed.
This printer would use an inductive sensor when leveling the bed.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 29, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This printer would use an inductive sensor when leveling the bed.
This printer would use an inductive sensor when leveling the bed.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 29, 2020
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Does this printer include a heated bed?
Joseph L
on Jan 29, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This printer's bed will not heat.
This printer's bed will not heat.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 29, 2020
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This printer's bed will not heat.
This printer's bed will not heat.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 29, 2020
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My magnetic print bed will no longer adhere to the printer. Any ideas? Also, I was wondering if there were plans to upgrade this to operate on a 5G network. And lastly, I need to get more of the yellow stickly paper.
Bruce B
on Feb 1, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for contacting Monoprice.
In regards to your question, the print mat will only be magnetic on one side, so it may be possible that the mat is flipped upside down. Please try to checking that. Unfortunately, we do not sell the tape sheets for the print mat. Blue painter's tape can be used instead.
In regards to your question, the print mat will only be magnetic on one side, so it may be possible that the mat is flipped upside down. Please try to checking that. Unfortunately, we do not sell the tape sheets for the print mat. Blue painter's tape can be used instead.
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- Carlos R Staff on Feb 6, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for contacting Monoprice.
In regards to your question, the print mat will only be magnetic on one side, so it may be possible that the mat is flipped upside down. Please try to checking that. Unfortunately, we do not sell the tape sheets for the print mat. Blue painter's tape can be used instead.
In regards to your question, the print mat will only be magnetic on one side, so it may be possible that the mat is flipped upside down. Please try to checking that. Unfortunately, we do not sell the tape sheets for the print mat. Blue painter's tape can be used instead.
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- Carlos R Staff on Feb 6, 2020
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Did I read right. The Cadet doesn't come with a heat plate?
A shopper
on Feb 16, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Yes, this would not have a heated bed.
Yes, this would not have a heated bed.
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- Tyler C Staff on Feb 20, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Yes, this would not have a heated bed.
Yes, this would not have a heated bed.
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- Tyler C Staff on Feb 20, 2020
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Does anyone have the Cura settings for the Cadet 3d printer? I cannot seem to find them anywhere.
A shopper
on Mar 4, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Use the copy of Cura that comes on the MicroSD card, with the printer or download it from:
Windows: https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/software/40108_Software_Win_v4.3.0_200120.zip
Mac: https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/software/40108_Software_Mac_v4.3.0_200120.zip
These include the printer settings.
Windows: https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/software/40108_Software_Win_v4.3.0_200120.zip
Mac: https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/software/40108_Software_Mac_v4.3.0_200120.zip
These include the printer settings.
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- Jeffery B on May 15, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Use the copy of Cura that comes on the MicroSD card, with the printer or download it from:
Windows: https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/software/40108_Software_Win_v4.3.0_200120.zip
Mac: https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/software/40108_Software_Mac_v4.3.0_200120.zip
These include the printer settings.
Windows: https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/software/40108_Software_Win_v4.3.0_200120.zip
Mac: https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/software/40108_Software_Mac_v4.3.0_200120.zip
These include the printer settings.
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- Jeffery B on May 15, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 17, 2020
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I want to print some stuff, but they are in .STL format. How do I convert to gcode so the printer can understand the file?
Ronald T
on Apr 18, 2020
BEST ANSWER: The software that come with the printer is for .STL files. Simply import the .STL file into the Monoprice Wiibuilder 2 software. The software converts the .STL files into Gcode and sends them to the printer.
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- Carle B on Jul 9, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 3, 2020
BEST ANSWER: The software that come with the printer is for .STL files. Simply import the .STL file into the Monoprice Wiibuilder 2 software. The software converts the .STL files into Gcode and sends them to the printer.
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- Carle B on Jul 9, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 3, 2020
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Is there a sleep function for the printer. If I leave if plugged in will it auto turn off? Especially after a long print is complete.
A shopper
on Apr 20, 2020
BEST ANSWER: you have to turn it off with a power switch. It does not have a sleep function.
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- Carle B on Jul 9, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 3, 2020
BEST ANSWER: you have to turn it off with a power switch. It does not have a sleep function.
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- Carle B on Jul 9, 2020
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What is the biggest thing it can print? Would it be able to print clear face shields for a dental office?
A shopper
on Apr 23, 2020
BEST ANSWER: 100mm wide x 120mm tall x 100mm deep
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- Jeffery B on May 15, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: 100mm wide x 120mm tall x 100mm deep
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- Jeffery B on May 15, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 17, 2020
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How can I connect to this printer over USB? What is the baudrate for the USB connection?
Jeffery B
on May 15, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Cadet may have corrupt settings for serial communication. You can find a Restore Defaults option on the machine menu. Try that. Worked for me!
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- Paul G on Dec 25, 2021
- Purchased on Aug 31, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Cadet may have corrupt settings for serial communication. You can find a Restore Defaults option on the machine menu. Try that. Worked for me!
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- Paul G on Dec 25, 2021
- Purchased on Aug 31, 2021
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I am buying this as a gift and want my nephew to be able to experiment with it right away. Does it need anything more than filament? Can you recommend filament that would work well with this printer?
A shopper
on May 18, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Any PLA Filament will work. The problem is the spool holder attached to the printer is very small and will not hold a standard size roll. Buy a stand alone spool holder on Amazon and some filament. Then your Nephew will be all set. Any filament will work. no need for anything expensive. Just dont buy ABS. Get PLA. ABS plastic is for a heated bed which this printer does not have.
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- Carle B on Jul 9, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 3, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Any PLA Filament will work. The problem is the spool holder attached to the printer is very small and will not hold a standard size roll. Buy a stand alone spool holder on Amazon and some filament. Then your Nephew will be all set. Any filament will work. no need for anything expensive. Just dont buy ABS. Get PLA. ABS plastic is for a heated bed which this printer does not have.
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- Carle B on Jul 9, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 3, 2020
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How big is it in squares inches?
A shopper
on May 26, 2020
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Is the printer fully enclosed?
A shopper
on Jun 1, 2020
BEST ANSWER: No it is open on in the front and in the back. Just like in the photo.
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- Carle B on Jul 9, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 3, 2020
BEST ANSWER: No it is open on in the front and in the back. Just like in the photo.
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Rated 2 out of 5
Having a rough start
It needs software that recognizes for maths other than Gcode. File conversion from other files to Gcode is limited and difficult To find. Bed is quite small although I didn't expect much from the mini.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Easy to install and use!
It arrived pretty promptly and it was very easy to set up and use. I haven?t read the manual, but the start guide was good enough to get a print going the same day with some loaded files on the card they provide and the sample filament. I was able to print the dragon and cat and still have some filament left over.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great value
This has been a great way to learn about 3D printing without spending too much. Needed to download a Monoprice version of Cura for Mac to get everything to work. Currently printing parts for a model of the Discovery 1 spaceship from 2001 (half size, since print volume is relatively low.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Good quality 3D printer
This was my first experience with 3D printer it has been a good fittest time printer. Easy to use. Good quality solid printer. I?ve had it for couple of weeks now I have not had any issues with it. Very well priced.
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Rated 2 out of 5
Functional, but not as user friendly as advertised
Pros:
1.Enclosure makes it look less intimidating and the print is less likely to be disturbed while in progress.
2. Cheap enough (when on sale) that I dont feel bad about breaking it and messing around.
Cons:
1.The only slicer that I could find that works with it as easily as it should(according to marketing) is WiiBuilder2.
2.The metal shield in front of the hot end makes maintenance a pain. Considering cutting it off most of it and just leaving the bit that triggers the z-stop.
3.Complete pain to find parts for. I enjoyed the hunt, frustrating as it was, but someone that wanted to buy this for their kids/grandkids with the expectation that it would work forever right out of the box would be very disappointed. Research shows that it is compatible with MK8 heat break throat and uses MK7/8 aluminum heating blocks. I wish MP would provide a parts list with it or somewhere on the website under support for this product..
4. Semi-obscure parts. This is the same as the Weedo Tina 2 printer, as evidenced by the one board, so that pointed me in the right direction to find replacement parts.
RECOMMENDATION: If this is supposed to be a "beginner" printer, I wish it came with a maintenance guide. Just a 50-page book with pictures on how to disassemble and conduct basic fixes would be a HUGE value add for someone that wants this as a TRUE beginner printer for kids.
1.Enclosure makes it look less intimidating and the print is less likely to be disturbed while in progress.
2. Cheap enough (when on sale) that I dont feel bad about breaking it and messing around.
Cons:
1.The only slicer that I could find that works with it as easily as it should(according to marketing) is WiiBuilder2.
2.The metal shield in front of the hot end makes maintenance a pain. Considering cutting it off most of it and just leaving the bit that triggers the z-stop.
3.Complete pain to find parts for. I enjoyed the hunt, frustrating as it was, but someone that wanted to buy this for their kids/grandkids with the expectation that it would work forever right out of the box would be very disappointed. Research shows that it is compatible with MK8 heat break throat and uses MK7/8 aluminum heating blocks. I wish MP would provide a parts list with it or somewhere on the website under support for this product..
4. Semi-obscure parts. This is the same as the Weedo Tina 2 printer, as evidenced by the one board, so that pointed me in the right direction to find replacement parts.
RECOMMENDATION: If this is supposed to be a "beginner" printer, I wish it came with a maintenance guide. Just a 50-page book with pictures on how to disassemble and conduct basic fixes would be a HUGE value add for someone that wants this as a TRUE beginner printer for kids.
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Rated 1 out of 5
complicated and not supposed on Macs
The Manual says it supports STL files. I put all my STL files on the SD card. and cannot read any of them!
Are you kidding me with the WiFi? I have to download another app, and give it Location access?! How dos the app communicates with the pinter?
if you have a Mac, don't even bother. They supply only the Cure software which does n to run on my iMac. Just exits without any errors!
I will return this brick.
Are you kidding me with the WiFi? I have to download another app, and give it Location access?! How dos the app communicates with the pinter?
if you have a Mac, don't even bother. They supply only the Cure software which does n to run on my iMac. Just exits without any errors!
I will return this brick.
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Rated 3 out of 5
Pretty nice, but fixable.
The wifi printing is virtually useless. the first time i put filliment in, it didnt take it and got caught on something. otherwise, it is a verry nice printer. great quality. just cant slice on my chromebook.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Best investment!
I would definitely recommend this one to anyone thinking about getting a 3d printer. It works wonderfully and easy to operate.
I got this as a birthday present for my husband and he absolutely loves it! It turned out great!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great little printer
I bought the Cadet for my six year old grandson's birthday. I am always 3d printing things for him that I design with his ideas. Before his birthday we designed legos byway of OnShape sharing feature. On his birthday I had it setup printing his lego design inside a wrapped box with no bottom. He was so excited to get his legos. Then I told him how to print from the SD card and he picked the dragon. He absolutely loves it. Between the 2 of us we have printed many things and everyone of the prints have been perfect. The print quality is top notch. The build area is fairly small but adequate for a 6 year old and most other people. I have a 3-1/2 year old grandson that might be getting one for Christmas.
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Rated 4 out of 5
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