I managed to find the greatest deal ever on a used 3D printer. I’ve already got a new screen with updated firmware, a new hotend kit on its way today, and I am planning on replacing the bed with tempered glass at some point (I am nervous about ordering it online). I’m also getting the enclosure because my apartment is very small.
All told, I will have spent about $175 CAD for the whole thing and I’m pretty chuffed about it.
Is there anything else I should be doing or getting to make this thing epic?
This is my first time using a 3D printer, and it has taken a little time to learn. I will happily take any advice you have to offer.
I’m editing to add that I appreciate the comments and advice, and I’m following everything all of you are telling me. As a late adopter, enthusiasts like you are a goldmine, and I am super grateful for your help!
I’d suggest looking into some sort of auto bed leveling upgrade. My previous printer (Monoprice MP10 Mini) had the bed leveling sensor fail and be non-replaceable. The amount of futzing with first layer setting was a nightmare, even with a glass bed. My new printer (Creality K1C) does automatic bed leveling with a load sensor and the difference has been night and day. Most prints, I can hit start and not have to fight anything (except TPU, holy hell TPU has been a fight). The sensor won’t guarantee perfect first layers, but goddamn it’s a lot easier to get something reasonable.
I will look into this, thank you!