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expiredKutluhanA posted Jul 13, 2026 10:51 AM
FLASHFORGE AD5X 3D Printer
$215
$349
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FLASHFORGE 3D Printer Store via AliExpress has FLASHFORGE AD5X 3D Printer on sale for $237.88 > Now $238.03 - $23 (apply promo code VSUSDEAL23 at checkout) = $214.88 > Now $215.03. Shipping is free.
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FLASHFORGE 3D Printer Store via AliExpress has FLASHFORGE AD5X 3D Printer on sale for $237.88 > Now $238.03 - $23 (apply promo code VSUSDEAL23 at checkout) = $214.88 > Now $215.03. Shipping is free.
- Note: Price may fluctuate slightly with currency exchange rates. You must be signed into your AliExpress account and have your address added to add items to your cart and place an order. You may have to manually type in the promo code to apply it at checkout. This item ships from a USA warehouse. For expedited customer service, please email [email protected].
Features:
- Multi-Color flexible TPU printing
- 1-Click Auto Leveling
- 600mm/s Max Speed: Achieve faster print times with high-speed capabilities.
- 20000mm/s² Max Acceleration: Ensures quick, precise movements for enhanced performance.
- Intuitive touchscreen interface
- All-metal CoreXY structure
- Auto 4kg filament refill
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Written by SaltyOne | Staff- This offer matches a recent Frontpage Deal from early July.
- Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
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Update: This very popular Frontpage Deal is still available.
FLASHFORGE 3D Printer Store via AliExpress has FLASHFORGE AD5X 3D Printer on sale for $237.88 > Now $238.03 - $23 (apply promo code VSUSDEAL23 at checkout) = $214.88 > Now $215.03. Shipping is free.
Features:
FLASHFORGE 3D Printer Store via AliExpress has FLASHFORGE AD5X 3D Printer on sale for $237.88 > Now $238.03 - $23 (apply promo code VSUSDEAL23 at checkout) = $214.88 > Now $215.03. Shipping is free.
- Note: Price may fluctuate slightly with currency exchange rates. You must be signed into your AliExpress account and have your address added to add items to your cart and place an order. You may have to manually type in the promo code to apply it at checkout. This item ships from a USA warehouse. For expedited customer service, please email [email protected].
Features:
- Multi-Color flexible TPU printing
- 1-Click Auto Leveling
- 600mm/s Max Speed: Achieve faster print times with high-speed capabilities.
- 20000mm/s² Max Acceleration: Ensures quick, precise movements for enhanced performance.
- Intuitive touchscreen interface
- All-metal CoreXY structure
- Auto 4kg filament refill
Editor's Notes
Written by SaltyOne | Staff- This offer matches a recent Frontpage Deal from early July.
- Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
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(by the way, I'm not dissing the AD5X I have two of them)
You start at $214
if you wan an enclosure then
$45 for the kit, plus about $25 in PLA/PETG to print the DIY parts:
$214 + $45 + 25 = $285
The Kobra Combo not only has an enclosure, it comes with a dry box, which is also it is a filament dryer.
If you want live a dry box, another $25 in filament to print it.
$310
If you want a dryer and dry box combo, instead of printing a dry box then the SUNLU 4 spool dryer/drybox is $99, so back to $285 + 99 = $384
That said, if you want a great entry printer there's nothing wrong with the AD5X. . If you don't want multi color, the AD5M is just fine for $175 ish. (AliExpress when on sale)
Like somebody mentioned previously, I did the error that the seller would not ship to my address. I tried the website by itself and through the app as well same error.
I ended up doing buy it now instead of heading to the court and it worked.
I'm a complete newbie to this. There is a post about 10 spools of PETG filaments for $60: https://slickdeals.net/f/19754151
I got that as well. If you are like me, you may want to check it out.
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Yes, 3D printers release microplastics and ultrafine particles (UFPs) into the air during printing. Research confirms that all 3D printers emit these tiny particles, regardless of whether they are consumer-grade or industrial models with filters, as the particles are small enough (often below 100 nanometers) to bypass standard filtration and the lungs' natural defenses.
Health and Environmental Risks
- Inhalation: These aerosolized plastic particles can embed themselves in the lungs permanently, with some studies linking them to respiratory issues and potential long-term toxicity.
- Material Variance: While PLA is often considered safer regarding volatile organic compounds (VOCs), it still emits significant particulate matter. Materials like ABS and resin release additional hazardous VOCs (e.g., styrene, formaldehyde) and are more toxic.
- Environmental Impact: Discarded prints degrade into microplastics that enter the biosphere, though the immediate airborne risk during printing is distinct from long-term landfill degradation.
Mitigation Strategies- Ventilation: Always operate printers in well-ventilated areas or exhaust air directly outdoors to dilute particle concentration.
- Enclosures & Filtration: Use enclosures combined with HEPA and activated carbon filters to capture both ultrafine particles and gaseous VOCs.
- Post-Processing: Avoid sanding or grinding prints indoors, as this generates dense clouds of microplastics; if necessary, use industrial-grade hazmat filtration and wear appropriate respiratory protection.
I've seen people use tents / enclosures and HEPA to mitigate this.Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.
For those who are familiar with both Flashforge and Bambu, is it easy to leverage Bambu Labs users' designs and ecosystem with this printer? Are 3D printer designs/files interchangeable across printer brands and which brand you buy is a moot point in terms of design compatibility?
Yes bambu ecosystem is the best out there, but other printers aren't left out and it's usually just an extra step or two to do the same things.
For free models to print there are tons of websites/apps but many end up just being duplicated everywhere anyway. I end up using makerworld.com 95% of the time as it's clean and well built, is better than others at keeping the absolute trash stuff out and there are millions of great models freely available. It's Bambus site so it's really nice when your find a model you want to print you just hit the "open in bamboo studio" (the slicer software) and it's mostly ready to go. For non-bambu printers you instead have to use the pulldown and select to download the stl. That's it. Then for those printers you just open whatever slicer that's used and open the stl, check the settings and print.
I love my bambu X1C but I also love my flashforge ad5x lol... And my elegoo CC1. For the most part they all print very similar quality prints and mostly about the same speed... Actually the "budget machines" often print faster than my X1C lol.
The ad5x is an insane deal at just over $200 for what you do get and it's low enough that if it turns out a hobby you'll likely not enjoy then not a huge bust. And if you do like it, budget dependant, you'll probably want to get more 😁
Yes bambu ecosystem is the best out there, but other printers aren't left out and it's usually just an extra step or two to do the same things.
For free models to print there are tons of websites/apps but many end up just being duplicated everywhere anyway. I end up using makerworld.com 95% of the time as it's clean and well built, is better than others at keeping the absolute trash stuff out and there are millions of great models freely available. It's Bambus site so it's really nice when your find a model you want to print you just hit the "open in bamboo studio" (the slicer software) and it's mostly ready to go. For non-bambu printers you instead have to use the pulldown and select to download the stl. That's it. Then for those printers you just open whatever slicer that's used and open the stl, check the settings and print.
I love my bambu X1C but I also love my flashforge ad5x lol... And my elegoo CC1. For the most part they all print very similar quality prints and mostly about the same speed... Actually the "budget machines" often print faster than my X1C lol.
The ad5x is an insane deal at just over $200 for what you do get and it's low enough that if it turns out a hobby you'll likely not enjoy then not a huge bust. And if you do like it, budget dependant, you'll probably want to get more 😁
3D printer designs are universally interchangeable across printer brands, meaning you can absolutely use models created by Bambu Lab users on your Flashforge Adventurer 5M (AD5X). Buyer's remorse is completely natural given Bambu Lab's massive marketing and community footprint, but the Flashforge AD5X is an incredibly capable, high-speed machine that matches or beats Bambu's entry-level speeds. You do not need to buy a Bambu printer just to access their ecosystem.
Why 3D Printer Files Are Interchangeable
3D printing relies on universal file formats, making the brand of your printer practically a moot point when it comes to design compatibility:
- Universal Formats: Websites host files as STL, OBJ, or 3MF files. These are raw 3D shapes, completely independent of any printer brand.
- The Slicer Role: You take that universal file and open it in your "slicer" software (like FlashPrint or OrcaSlicer). The slicer translates the 3D model into G-code, which is the specific line-by-line toolpath instructions your AD5X understands.
- The Exception: You cannot download a file that is already sliced for a Bambu printer (pre-compiled G-code) and run it on your Flashforge. You must always download the raw model file and slice it yourself.
How to Leverage the Bambu Lab Ecosystem on Your AD5XYou can easily use Bambu Lab's platform, community, and software with your printer by following a few simple steps:
- Download from MakerWorld: Bambu Lab owns MakerWorld, a massive repository of 3D designs. You can download any model from there. Instead of clicking "Bambu Studio Quick Print," simply click the dropdown arrow next to download and select Download STL/3MF File.
- Use OrcaSlicer: This is the ultimate bridge for your printer. OrcaSlicer is a highly popular, free, open-source slicing software based on Bambu Studio. It has built-in, pre-tuned profiles for the Flashforge Adventurer 5M. Using OrcaSlicer gives you the exact same user interface, advanced slicing features, and slicing quality that Bambu users enjoy.
- Access Other Libraries: Do not limit yourself to MakerWorld. Millions of universal designs are available on neutral platforms like Printables and Thingiverse.
Addressing the Enclosure & Learning CurveYour printer has a few distinct advantages over an entry-level, open-frame Bambu machine (like the A1 series) that make it worth keeping:
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