Flashforge Creator 4S - IDEX Industrial 3D Printer

The Flashforge Creator 4 is a professional FFF 3D printer for commercial use that combines functionality, flexibility, productivity, and top performance in creating end-use parts and functional prototypes. The machine is equipped with a fully enclosed temperature-controlled printing chamber that can maintain a constant chamber temperature up to 65 °C due to the thermal controlled system. Furthermore, its massive build volume of 15.7 x 13.8 x 19.7 in (400 x 350 x 500 mm) meets most manufacturer's printing needs.

The device offers multiple advanced functions, such as the intelligent filament management system, filament runout detection, auto bed leveling, resume printing from power outage, effective heat dissipation, two filament spool holders (1 and 2 kg), and HEPA13 air filter.

However, the biggest advantage of the Flashforge Creator 4 is the IIDEX (Interchangeable Independent Dual Extruder system) with its dual extruders working independently along the X-axis. Thanks to the use of the two extruders, the device supports duplication and mirror printing modes, doubling the production volume. Another useful feature of the IDEX system is dual-color or dual-material printing, including building soluble support structures.

The Flashforge Creator 4 is available in two versions, namely the Creator 4A and Creator 4S, with the difference in the types of extruders that come with the printer. The Creator 4S model is equipped with two 360 °C Extruders-HS for printing carbon fiber composite materials, and two 320 °C Extruders-HT compatible with a wide range of engineering-grade polymers.

The Creator 4 model is perfect for professional use in manifold spheres, including industrial part design, manufacturing line jig and fixture tooling, artistic architecture, and more. Unlike traditional dual extruder system, FlashForge's IIDEX system provides high outputs for mass production, oozing-free prints, and high quality parts with exceptional dimensional accuracy.

Specifications:

Print quality

The Flashforge Creator 4S is an FFF 3D printer that can print layers at 50 microns. With it, you can produce parts with smooth exterior surfaces, complex geometry, and detailed composition.

Thanks to the linear rails, the device boasts smoother motion and increased stability, improving print quality and general printer reliability. Brand new S-type motion control system provides for smoother start and stop, accurate positioning of the nozzle, and exceptional detail.

Due to the intelligent filament management system exclusive to Flashforge Creator 4, printing temperature automatically matches with the material before a next print job starts, while the temperature controlled printing chamber also matches with the material to reduce the thermal contraction and thus providing an ideal and efficient printing process with different preheating temperatures.

Temperature Controlled Heated Printing Chamber

The thermal controlled system, standard on the Creator 4, maintains a constant chamber temperature up to 65°C reducing the thermal contraction of the model throughout the printing process with a variety of types of engineering materials. This system further improves the dimensional accuracy of your parts.

Intelligent Filament Management System

Exclusive to the Flashforge Creator 4 3D printer, the printing temperature automatically matches with the material before a print job even starts. The temperature controlled printing chamber also matches with the material chosen for providing an ideal and efficient printing process.

After a print job is completed, the intelligent system then adjusts the cooling temperatures throughout the system to prepare for the next print job.

Materials

The Flashforge Creator 4S uses 1.75 mm filament, providing you with a wide choice of consumables no matter the manufacturer.

Being equipped with two Extruders-HS with a maximum temperature of 360 °C, the Creator 4S version supports 3D printing with carbon or glass fiber composites and high-temp engineering materials, such as PA-CF, PET-CF, PP-CF, PA-GF, PC-ABS, PP-GF, PPS-CF, and PPS carbon fiber composite filaments. Two 320 °C Extruders-HT allow printing with engineering-grade filaments, such as PLA, PETG, PC-ABS, PAHT, ABS, ASA, PP, PA, and PC.

Additionally, you can buy an optional Extruder-F to expand the range of compatible plastics with flexible filaments.

Build volume

The massive printing volume of 15.7 x 13.8 x 19.7 inches (400 x 350 x 500 mm) lets you print a single large model or simultaneously produce several smaller ones.

Printer controls and software

The printer is equipped with a 7" color touchscreen with enhanced sensitivity featuring an easy-to-use and clear interface.

The connectivity options include USB, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi, making for an effortless standalone operation. The Creator 4 also has a built-in HD camera for remote monitoring.

• Higher level of power efficiency

What’s in the box

• Flashforge Creator 4S 3D printer
• 2 x Extruder-HT, 2 x Extruder-HS
• Power cord
• Nozzle assembly
• Two filament spools
• Heat insulating gloves
• USB drive
• Toolbox
• User manual
• Quick start guide

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Look and feel

The printer dimensions are 33.1 x 26.6 x 39.4 in (840 x 675 x 1000 mm). It weighs 198.42 lb (90 kg). The filament spools are mounted inside a built-in filament cartridge placed on the side of the printer.