I am a total noob who has been in research mode due to the fact my daughter just asked for a 3d printer for Christmas. I think you may be my new favorite channel. You are an amazing presenter and you break things down so well. Thank you so much for just being awesome!
You may have just shown me my Granddaughter's next birthday present. She'll be 14 and is quite the artist. She also loves all kinds of tech. Thanks for a great review, Irv!
I really like this printer for printing things for my grandchildren , but I only get around 100 hours before they fail. I have had several cadets. I am currently on my fourth one. Monoprice has been pretty good about replacing or sending me the parts to repair them.
Another superb video. Your approach and style in this, and indeed all your videos, make them engaging and fun. I have watched many of your videos and I have learned a lot together with you.
I’m learning more with each of your videos! 3D printing is fascinating. I’m trying to figure out what I need to buy. I really appreciate what you’re doing! I hope that you and your family are all well!
This printer became my second favorite mini printer after I saw this video back in March. My first fav. mini printer is still Monoprice Select Mini Pro V3 :) Thank you for your videos!
Thanks for sharing! P.S. I have started a new discussion forum at forum.drvax.com where we can all have more elaborate discussions and share pictures on our prints and printers. Check it out.
There is a program on the SD card that has the ultimaker cura that allows for wifi setup. Also, I found that the masking tape is not needed, I washed the bed with soapy water, and it works well. Releases well, but oily fingerprints on it can cause delamination.
That looks like a nice little printer. I demonstrate 3D printing to different groups. I used to bring an Ender 3. Now I bring a Prusa Mini, which is still a bit heavy. That printer looks like it’s a better choice for demonstrations. Thanks for sharing.
Great review Irv! I would be very interested in seeing a tutorial on printing miniatures to get the best quality from this machine. After seeing this review this is one of two machines I am thinking of purchasing and miniatures print quality is an important factor. Thanks for sharing this, it is a big help.
Well done. I enjoy your videos. I’m putting together a plan to introduce my friends that have kids to the MP mini delta. This looks like it might be another great product. Thanks for all you do.
I would use what I learned with the Mini Delta. I own one and have had a lot of trouble with bed adhesion since the bed heater on the mini delta is terrible. I might try leaving the bed heater off and instead printing with a raft and a much higher temperature for just the first layer.
Sir I really love your videos and I am new to 3D printing but anyway I chose mini select in that program because it didn't have the cadet. It gave me a gcode that damaged the print bed and drug it. I did watch one of your other videos and chose cura next time with good results. Thanks
Unfortunately the first thing everyone needs to do with any new 3d printer is level the print bed, even if the manufacturer claims it is precalibrated. Fortunately new print surfaces are very inexpensive for the mini select. Amazon has a number of options starting at about $6.
This has not a short Bowden tube however, I measured it and has 42cm-pretty standard. Instead, my CR-6 came with a stock 40cm which they say it's intentional. Strange, isn't it ? I guess it cannot be shorter than this anyway due to the too small radius that will come out in the end when the head is close the left-side wall (increasing friction, leading to under-extrusion), but they could have done an almost half-length tube by placing the extruder much closer to the top of the box. But quality yes, has to do with size as smaller objects are tougher to bend (usually they are build on the same assembly lines) a lot less vibrations and i.m.h.o, the most important factor is that having a not-heated bed and no glass on top it's only a fraction of the weight of the larger printer glass heated bed, so no vibrations along y and z axis (already much better on two axis, out of three). But from a reviewer I would have expected however some other information also on the components, as I had some trouble finding replacements, e.g. not knowing it's actually a Weedo Tina2 I looked for this type of nozzle and could not find an Mk-8 with 8mm on the hexagon, but only on chinese sites with smth. like few cents a piece. Well, this is important if you want to enjoy printing for more than one week or two. Sounds like an exaggeration but is not. As a good brass nozzle starts from a few dollars (not much, but > 6 or 7) for good reason. Some reviewers you can find on youtube cut in half transversally a few cents nozzle (like the one on this printer) and a 7-8 dollars one and the reason of clogging and wear after just few prints became obvious for everybody. Same can be said about the very soft ptfe tube, a good one would be also > 10$ but improving all the parts under heavy stress would make it go up > 100 $ so would be not worth it for the marketing department, but for the end user for sure. I know it's intended to be a gift for a child, but what if it's your child, wouldn't you want to spend 100$ more to have 10 time less trouble in as short time as few weeks ? I would have, but there aren't many choices with this size and child safety features.
Thanks Doc, great video. Very helpful- I'm currently working on a lighting fixture and am shopping printers and methods. Do you know of a printer capable of multicolor/tints ala stained glass. I know there are transparent resins. Thanks!
I bought this printer and set it up today. I've already printed more successful prints in 6 hours than on my ender 3 I've had for a year. Thanks. Is there already a built in profile for Cura?
I have this and actually really like it. One question (if anyone who owns one might be able to assist) - what should I do to replace the adhesive print bed sticker? It only comes with one spare and they really only last for (at most) 20 prints before they need to be replaced. I was thinking of masking tape or something? Thoughts appreciated!
Hi DrVax, thanks for your review and advice. I just bought this printer for me and my 11-year old son to learn 3d printing together. So far so good but I do have a question: in Wiibuilder, the printing area y axis starts at 0 twice (0-0-10-20-30-40...). There is also a line between the first ten millimeters and the next zero. Do you know why that is, or what that means? The pre-print nozzle wipe seems to orient to the second zero so instead of making that line at y6 it makes the line at y16 which is annoying as it often gets into my print area. I appreciate any help you can offer!
Thanks for a great in-depth review! I'm considering buying this printer, but the Monoprice site only has their custom Cura builds for Win and Mac. I run Ubuntu, so those won't work for me. I installed Cura, but the built-in list of printers doesn't include the Cadet. Is it possible to extract the profiles from Monoprice's Cura build and import them?
I could have but would have needed to use a different printer with a larger print bed. So instead I opted for a low cost solution people with a new cadet could use.
Hello Dr Vax im looking at buying an anycubic i3 mega 3d printer for mainly printing 3d cookie cutters could you let me know if this is a good 3d printer for such things. Also what companies make good pla filament? Thanks in advance
I have used SainSmart TPU on the Mini Select. Just slow it down and increase the temperature. By increasing the temperature you make it easier for the extruder to push the filament out of the hot end. A negative side effect is more stringing so this only work for some models.
Even two years ago, the XYZ daVinci mini W+ is much, MUCH better and has a 150 cubes print volume. now available with the ability to print with any filament, not just theirs.
I like your approach to getting kids involved. This looks like a simple way that they could get a good print without all of the tinkering ( sorry for the pun). I have tried to get my grandkids involved, but too many steps with my Ender 5. I would like to get them off of their phones and exploring.
I have a very strong opinion about "child friendly" printers: get them a real printer, and if you worry about them burning the fingers, wait until they are older. there is NO CHILD friendly 3d printer IMO. I share the opinion of Angus, check here ruclips.net/video/-bQTXZvf39A/видео.html
Thanks for sharing. I disagree. This printer is very high quality and because of its small size and safety features a bit better of a starting point for kids. I think this only applies to elementary school children. Once someone is in 8th or 9th grade I think depending on the child they can handle the assembly and support of a larger and more complex machine such as the Ender 3.
I think that if you can provide a way for a child to experience a thing, but in a relative safe way and get them hooked they will be much better with the real thing when older. You wouldn't want a 9 year old to run a table saw, but a scaled down version might get them excited about wood working.
@@MakeWithTech yeah, good point, but if a elementary school kid really wants to start with 3dp, why don't the parents help him with assembly and so on? don't get me wrong, i love your channel, however i still stay with my opinion. cheers, have a nice weekend!
@id By discussing the topics on the channel we make this a better place for everyone to learn. I see both sides to this discussion and truly value your input. Thanks again for commenting.
I am a total noob who has been in research mode due to the fact my daughter just asked for a 3d printer for Christmas. I think you may be my new favorite channel. You are an amazing presenter and you break things down so well. Thank you so much for just being awesome!
You may have just shown me my Granddaughter's next birthday present. She'll be 14 and is quite the artist. She also loves all kinds of tech. Thanks for a great review, Irv!
I really like this printer for printing things for my grandchildren , but I only get around 100 hours before they fail. I have had several cadets. I am currently on my fourth one. Monoprice has been pretty good about replacing or sending me the parts to repair them.
I'm a Vax Cat (Digital Corp)!
I picked this up for $125. I don't have a Microcenter near me, but we did a mini vacation in DC.
congrats irv, another great fair review as usual thanks, keep safe and keep doing what you do like no others 3d printing youtube channels
Another superb video. Your approach and style in this, and indeed all your videos, make them engaging and fun. I have watched many of your videos and I have learned a lot together with you.
Thanks. My goal is to make learning about making stuff fun.
I’m learning more with each of your videos! 3D printing is fascinating. I’m trying to figure out what I need to buy. I really appreciate what you’re doing! I hope that you and your family are all well!
This printer became my second favorite mini printer after I saw this video back in March. My first fav. mini printer is still Monoprice Select Mini Pro V3 :) Thank you for your videos!
Thanks for sharing!
P.S. I have started a new discussion forum at forum.drvax.com where we can all have more elaborate discussions and share pictures on our prints and printers. Check it out.
@@MakeWithTech Thank you. I'll join the discussion there as well.
There is a program on the SD card that has the ultimaker cura that allows for wifi setup. Also, I found that the masking tape is not needed, I washed the bed with soapy water, and it works well. Releases well, but oily fingerprints on it can cause delamination.
That looks like a nice little printer. I demonstrate 3D printing to different groups. I used to bring an Ender 3. Now I bring a Prusa Mini, which is still a bit heavy. That printer looks like it’s a better choice for demonstrations. Thanks for sharing.
I think the MP Cadet would be an excellent demonstration printer.
Great review Irv! I would be very interested in seeing a tutorial on printing miniatures to get the best quality from this machine. After seeing this review this is one of two machines I am thinking of purchasing and miniatures print quality is an important factor. Thanks for sharing this, it is a big help.
Learned so much. Excellent!
What TPU filament would you recommend for the MP Cadet and what settings work?
Well done. I enjoy your videos. I’m putting together a plan to introduce my friends that have kids to the MP mini delta. This looks like it might be another great product. Thanks for all you do.
I would use what I learned with the Mini Delta. I own one and have had a lot of trouble with bed adhesion since the bed heater on the mini delta is terrible. I might try leaving the bed heater off and instead printing with a raft and a much higher temperature for just the first layer.
Sir I really love your videos and I am new to 3D printing but anyway I chose mini select in that program because it didn't have the cadet. It gave me a gcode that damaged the print bed and drug it. I did watch one of your other videos and chose cura next time with good results. Thanks
Unfortunately the first thing everyone needs to do with any new 3d printer is level the print bed, even if the manufacturer claims it is precalibrated. Fortunately new print surfaces are very inexpensive for the mini select. Amazon has a number of options starting at about $6.
I was looking for your channel because I wanted to ask which kind of thermistor an heater cartridge for Monoprice Cadet
Thanks for the review. I'm looking to have a printer in my home office with my toddlers running around. This looks like a good option
This has not a short Bowden tube however, I measured it and has 42cm-pretty standard. Instead, my CR-6 came with a stock 40cm which they say it's intentional. Strange, isn't it ? I guess it cannot be shorter than this anyway due to the too small radius that will come out in the end when the head is close the left-side wall (increasing friction, leading to under-extrusion), but they could have done an almost half-length tube by placing the extruder much closer to the top of the box. But quality yes, has to do with size as smaller objects are tougher to bend (usually they are build on the same assembly lines) a lot less vibrations and i.m.h.o, the most important factor is that having a not-heated bed and no glass on top it's only a fraction of the weight of the larger printer glass heated bed, so no vibrations along y and z axis (already much better on two axis, out of three). But from a reviewer I would have expected however some other information also on the components, as I had some trouble finding replacements, e.g. not knowing it's actually a Weedo Tina2 I looked for this type of nozzle and could not find an Mk-8 with 8mm on the hexagon, but only on chinese sites with smth. like few cents a piece. Well, this is important if you want to enjoy printing for more than one week or two. Sounds like an exaggeration but is not. As a good brass nozzle starts from a few dollars (not much, but > 6 or 7) for good reason. Some reviewers you can find on youtube cut in half transversally a few cents nozzle (like the one on this printer) and a 7-8 dollars one and the reason of clogging and wear after just few prints became obvious for everybody. Same can be said about the very soft ptfe tube, a good one would be also > 10$ but improving all the parts under heavy stress would make it go up > 100 $ so would be not worth it for the marketing department, but for the end user for sure. I know it's intended to be a gift for a child, but what if it's your child, wouldn't you want to spend 100$ more to have 10 time less trouble in as short time as few weeks ? I would have, but there aren't many choices with this size and child safety features.
Thanks Doc, great video. Very helpful- I'm currently working on a lighting fixture and am shopping printers and methods. Do you know of a printer capable of multicolor/tints ala stained glass. I know there are transparent resins. Thanks!
You're an awesome presenter! Thanks for the overview.
Thanks
Hi Irv, My brother Mark just bought a 3d printer, I will point him to your channel for you great videos, Best regards, Jeroen
Thanks. Hope things are going well for you.
I bought this printer and set it up today. I've already printed more successful prints in 6 hours than on my ender 3 I've had for a year. Thanks. Is there already a built in profile for Cura?
I have this and actually really like it. One question (if anyone who owns one might be able to assist) - what should I do to replace the adhesive print bed sticker? It only comes with one spare and they really only last for (at most) 20 prints before they need to be replaced. I was thinking of masking tape or something? Thoughts appreciated!
And the price is?
Thanks for sharing
$249
Hi DrVax, thanks for your review and advice. I just bought this printer for me and my 11-year old son to learn 3d printing together. So far so good but I do have a question: in Wiibuilder, the printing area y axis starts at 0 twice (0-0-10-20-30-40...). There is also a line between the first ten millimeters and the next zero. Do you know why that is, or what that means?
The pre-print nozzle wipe seems to orient to the second zero so instead of making that line at y6 it makes the line at y16 which is annoying as it often gets into my print area. I appreciate any help you can offer!
Thanks for a great in-depth review!
I'm considering buying this printer, but the Monoprice site only has their custom Cura builds for Win and Mac. I run Ubuntu, so those won't work for me. I installed Cura, but the built-in list of printers doesn't include the Cadet. Is it possible to extract the profiles from Monoprice's Cura build and import them?
Once again great video and really informative but i have to ask "why didn't you print a spool holder?"
I could have but would have needed to use a different printer with a larger print bed. So instead I opted for a low cost solution people with a new cadet could use.
Hello Dr Vax im looking at buying an anycubic i3 mega 3d printer for mainly printing 3d cookie cutters could you let me know if this is a good 3d printer for such things.
Also what companies make good pla filament?
Thanks in advance
I have not used any of the anycubuc printers so I cannot help there’s. For PLA I like Hatchbox and MatterHackers Build series.
You were able to print tpu on the monoprice mini? I missed that video. What type of tpu? So yes I found this video informative! Keep up the good work!
I have used SainSmart TPU on the Mini Select. Just slow it down and increase the temperature. By increasing the temperature you make it easier for the extruder to push the filament out of the hot end. A negative side effect is more stringing so this only work for some models.
Thank you for the information and recommended type of TPU.
Even two years ago, the XYZ daVinci mini W+ is much, MUCH better and has a 150 cubes print volume. now available with the ability to print with any filament, not just theirs.
I agree. This is not a good choice for many users.
I like your approach to getting kids involved. This looks like a simple way that they could get a good print without all of the tinkering ( sorry for the pun). I have tried to get my grandkids involved, but too many steps with my Ender 5. I would like to get them off of their phones and exploring.
awesome printer
I found it very easy to use. Surprised at how well it did without a heated bed.
I have a very strong opinion about "child friendly" printers:
get them a real printer, and if you worry about them burning the fingers, wait until they are older.
there is NO CHILD friendly 3d printer IMO.
I share the opinion of Angus, check here ruclips.net/video/-bQTXZvf39A/видео.html
Thanks for sharing. I disagree. This printer is very high quality and because of its small size and safety features a bit better of a starting point for kids. I think this only applies to elementary school children. Once someone is in 8th or 9th grade I think depending on the child they can handle the assembly and support of a larger and more complex machine such as the Ender 3.
I think that if you can provide a way for a child to experience a thing, but in a relative safe way and get them hooked they will be much better with the real thing when older. You wouldn't want a 9 year old to run a table saw, but a scaled down version might get them excited about wood working.
@@MakeWithTech yeah, good point, but if a elementary school kid really wants to start with 3dp, why don't the parents help him with assembly and so on?
don't get me wrong, i love your channel, however i still stay with my opinion.
cheers, have a nice weekend!
@@woodwaker1 good point, that's literately how it was with me xD
@id By discussing the topics on the channel we make this a better place for everyone to learn. I see both sides to this discussion and truly value your input. Thanks again for commenting.
Looks like a bread maker.
Just grab the bed with your hand and see how badly moves in all directions. It's just a plain cheap and bad design.