00:00Hey guys, what's going on?
00:01In this video I'm doing a full review of the Flashforge Adventurer 5M.
00:06This is honestly one of the best entry level 3D printers on the market, and I'll show
00:10you why.
00:11I'm not just going to cover everything you need to know about it, I'll also walk you
00:15through the entire process step by step.
00:17So even if you're brand new to 3D printing, by the end of this video you'll be ready
00:22to complete your very first print.
00:24So let's dive right in.
00:26This is the box it comes in, and here's everything you'll find inside.
00:30First there's a small guide that shows you how to install the screen, followed by the
00:34quick start guide that walks you through the setup.
00:37Then we have the printer itself, which comes well protected with thick foam to keep all
00:42the components safe during shipping.
00:44It comes with a sample of filament, and it's one of the best I've tested so far.
00:49It's a 1.75mm PLA in a color called Burnt Titanium.
00:54You get 50 grams of it, which is perfect for a few small test prints and getting a feel
00:58for how the printer performs right out of the box.
01:02Next we've got the power cable, which is a standard size.
01:05And then there's a bag with a bunch of accessories.
01:08This includes everything you'll need for installation and basic maintenance.
01:12You get a small cutter to trim the filament, a glue stick to help with bed adhesion, a screwdriver,
01:19and a few different size allen keys.
01:21There's also the filament holder, which we'll install later.
01:24A small tube of grease for the moving parts, and a cleaning tool to unclog the nozzle if
01:29needed.
01:30And that's basically everything you'll find in the kit.
01:33Now let's move on to the setup.
01:35Some of the components come secured with screws for extra protection during shipping, but before
01:40removing those, we need to take out the foam that's packed inside the printer.
01:45Once that's out of the way, we can begin the installation.
01:49The first step is setting up the touch screen.
01:51To do that, we remove these two screws right here, along with the metal piece that was holding
01:56the screen in place during shipping.
01:58After that, just slide the screen into position using the two clips.
02:02It locks in easily by sliding to the left.
02:04And that's it, the screen is installed.
02:07You can toss that metal piece since it's only used for shipping.
02:10Now let's remove the screws that are holding the base in place.
02:14You'll see green arrows pointing to exactly where they are.
02:17There are just 4 of them.
02:19These screws are only there to keep the printer secure during shipping.
02:22So once they're out, we're good to move on.
02:25Here we'll install the filament holder.
02:27This is the part that holds the spool while the printer fits the filament into the extruder.
02:32It only takes 2 screws to mount it, and it goes on just like this.
02:35You'll also notice a white tube.
02:38This is what guides the filament through the system.
02:41One end of the tube goes into the filament sensor, which is located right next to the
02:45spool holder.
02:46Then just insert the other end into the top of the print head, right above the nozzle.
02:51And that's it.
02:52The filament path is set up and ready to go.
02:55Now let's connect the printer.
02:56The power cable plugs in right here on the back, in this port.
03:00Next to it, you'll also see the power switch to turn the printer on and off, as well as
03:05an ethernet port.
03:06This printer does have built-in wifi, so I won't be using the ethernet connection.
03:11But it's nice to have the option if you prefer a wired setup.
03:15Here's the built plate.
03:16To remove it, just lift it up like this.
03:18It comes off easily.
03:20The base has built-in magnets, so the plate snaps right back into place with no effort.
03:25It's also flexible, which makes it super easy to remove your prints once they're done.
03:30Now let's go ahead and turn it on.
03:32Once it powers up, you'll hear a little startup sound, and the printer will begin initializing.
03:38The first time you use it, it'll ask you to select your language, and then it'll prompt
03:41you to connect to wifi.
03:43I chose to connect mine, but if you prefer not to, you can skip that step.
03:47If you want to receive real-time notifications on your phone, like when a print is finished,
03:52or if you want to pause or cancel a print remotely, you can download the FlashForge app.
03:57The download info is in the quick start guide.
04:00Once you install it, just scan the QR code on the printer screen, and your phone will
04:03pair with the printer automatically.
04:06After that, the printer will start its calibration process, and the best part is that it's all
04:10done automatically.
04:11You don't have to adjust anything manually.
04:14During the process, the printer will start vibrating quite a bit, and you'll hear it.
04:18It gets pretty loud.
04:20But don't worry, that's completely normal.
04:22The vibration helps make sure the bed leveling is as accurate as possible, so your prints come
04:27out clean and precise.
04:29Now that calibration is done, it's time to load the filament.
04:33I'm going to use the sample filament that came in the box just to show you how it works,
04:38but you can use any 1.75mm PLA filament, which is the standard size.
04:43To load it, just fit the filament into the white tube, and you'll see it travel through
04:47the tube until it reaches the print head.
04:50On the screen, you'll need to select the type of filament you're using.
04:54In this case, we're using PLA, which is the most common type.
04:57But, this printer also supports other materials like TPU, and even carbon fiber composites.
05:04Once you've selected PLA, just hit load, and after a few seconds you'll see some red
05:09filament come out.
05:11That's left over from factory testing.
05:13Then, it'll switch to the filament you just loaded.
05:16When it finishes, you can just remove that bit of red residue.
05:20The first thing the printer does is print a small test cube to make sure everything is
05:24working correctly.
05:25And I've got to say, this machine is seriously fast.
05:29It prints at a maximum speed of 600mm per second, which is way faster than most standard 3D printers.
05:36This calibration cube took less than 5 minutes to complete, and that is impressive.
05:41As for the quality, it came out looking great.
05:44The lines are clean, there's no warping, and the structure feels solid.
05:48There are also a few sample models that come preloaded on the printer, so you can play
05:52around and test it right away.
05:54One of them is this little boat, which is a popular model used by a lot of people to
05:59check 3D print quality.
06:00Now something you should know, you can place this printer pretty much anywhere, but I recommend
06:05putting it on a solid, stable surface.
06:08Just look at how much it vibrates on my desk.
06:11While it doesn't affect the print quality, the movement is noticeable, especially at high
06:16speeds.
06:17A sturdier surface will just help keep things quieter and more secure during long prints.
06:23Now when it comes to getting 3D printer files, there are a bunch of websites where you can
06:27download ready to print models.
06:29One of the ones I use the most is called printables.
06:33It's a free platform where creators upload all kinds of 3D models, from practical tools
06:39to fun decorative pieces.
06:41Once you find something you like, just hit download and you're ready to print.
06:45Now in order to print, you'll also need a software.
06:48In this case, I'm using the Flashforge software, which is completely free.
06:52I installed the Windows version, but they also have it available for other operating systems.
06:58Once you open it, you just import the file you want to print.
07:01You can view it from different angles, resize it, or even add more objects if you want to
07:06print multiple things at once.
07:08There are tons of settings you can tweak, but don't worry, you'll learn those as you go.
07:13When you're ready to print, you just click on start slicing.
07:16I'm not changing any settings for now, so I'll leave everything as is and hit slice.
07:21What slicing does is convert your 3D model into a set of instructions the printer can
07:26understand.
07:27It basically breaks the model down layer by layer so it knows how to build it.
07:32Now to send it to the printer, there are a few options.
07:35One of the easiest is to click the connect machine button.
07:38Since my printer is on the same wifi network, it shows up automatically.
07:42From there, I just send the file directly to the printer, and it starts printing right
07:46away.
07:47Now, there are a few things you should know about this 3D printer.
07:50One of them is the nozzle size.
07:52It comes with a 0.4mm nozzle, which is pretty standard for most 3D printers.
07:59This size gives you a good balance between print speed and detail.
08:02It's great for everyday prints, and you can get solid results with a lot of different
08:07filament types.
08:08You can also swap out the nozzle for different sizes depending on what you need.
08:12If you're aiming for a more detailed finish, you can get a smaller nozzle, like a 0.25mm.
08:19It'll give you sharper, more precise prints, but it takes longer, and the pieces can be
08:24a bit more fragile.
08:26On the other hand, if you want to print faster and make stronger parts, you can go with a
08:30larger nozzle, like a 0.6mm or even 0.8mm.
08:35It'll get the job done quicker and make more durable prints, but the surface won't
08:40be quite as smooth.
08:42So really, it just depends on what your project calls for.
08:45Also I really like that the nozzle is detachable.
08:48If you ever need to clean it or swap it out, it only takes a few seconds.
08:53That's a feature you don't get with every printer, and it's definitely a big plus on
08:57this one.
08:58Another thing I want to mention is the noise level.
09:01For how fast this printer operates, it's actually pretty quiet.
09:05You'll hear some vibration during the calibration process.
09:08That part can be a little loud, but once it starts printing, the noise settles down a lot.
09:13Here are some prints I made to test the quality of this 3D printer, and also show you a few
09:18cool ways you can actually use it.
09:21First up, we have the little boat we printed earlier.
09:24It came out really clean.
09:25Just look at all the corners and the details in the windows and holes.
09:30Everything looks super sharp.
09:31Next I printed this fidget clicker using the same filament.
09:35It's a fun little toy just to keep your hands busy, and I even printed another variation
09:39of it to test consistency.
09:42Then there's this print that honestly blew my mind.
09:44It looks and feels like fabric.
09:47It was printed in one piece with no assembly required, and it's completely flexible.
09:52Now this printer isn't just for toys, you can also make useful stuff for around the house.
09:57For example, I printed these bag sealers.
10:00They come in different sizes so you can make them however you need.
10:03I also made this little empanada press, and it turned out really nice.
10:08Then I printed a ravioli maker, which came in multiple parts.
10:12This one is the roller that cuts the ravioli squares.
10:15It looks super clean.
10:17And these two pieces are used to press the filling inside, it's simple but really useful.
10:22Another fun one is this little toy that works like a launcher.
10:25It has a propeller, and when you pull this piece it shoots up and flies.
10:30I tried it outside and it goes surprisingly far.
10:33Then there's this cute little dino.
10:35It's flexible and also printed in one piece.
10:38And for something more practical, I even printed a soap holder for the bathroom and a whistle.
10:43So yeah, the possibilities with this printer are pretty much endless.
10:47Whether it's something fun, something useful, or something completely random, this machine
10:52can handle it.
10:54So who would I recommend this printer to?
10:56Well honestly, this is a perfect option for beginners who want something easy to use but
11:01still powerful enough to grow with.
11:03The setup is simple.
11:05The auto leveling makes things way easier, and the speed and print quality are seriously impressive.
11:11But even if you're more experienced, you'll still appreciate how fast it prints, how easy
11:16it is to maintain, and all the little details that make the whole experience smooth.
11:21Whether you're printing for fun, for practical use around the house, this printer can definitely
11:26handle it.
11:27So I can just remember to add it a little bit.
11:28I'll see you later.
11:30So I'll let you guys see the physical form, and you can grab a bit of the paper.
11:31You can be wearing a little bit of a couple of minutes.
11:33So I don't know.
11:34I'll use the paper.
11:35Super mold.
11:36So I'm going to put this in this tank.
11:37I'll be seeing those keys in this tank.
11:38I'll just wait for you, so I'm just going to put the one in here.
11:39Well, as I say, I say, I'll put the one in here.
11:42See, I'll see the other tank with the water right there.
11:44I'll see you there.
11:45And if I look for this, I'll see you there.
11:46I'll see you there in this tank.
11:47I'll see you there.
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