"Unveiling the EasyThreed K9: A Budget-Friendly AliExpress FDM 3D Printer"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hackaday
Thomas Sanladerer purchased an EasyThreed K9 FDM 3D printer from AliExpress for €72, highlighting its unheated build plate, minimal user interface, and plastic build quality. Despite its shortcomings, the printer's self-contained assembly and nifty print head design make it a contender in the "cheap but not terrible" category. The control board features an ARERY AT32F403ARCT7 MCU with potential for expansion, but the printer's axis connections and limited filament spool compatibility detract from its overall performance. While not recommended for those seeking a plug-and-play experience, the EasyThreed K9 offers significant hacking potential and represents a trend of improving quality in affordable 3D printers.