Stage 10: CURA Slicer

CURA is the primary slicer for the Proforge 4, thanks to its adeptness in managing multi-extruder setups.

We examined slicers such as Orca Slicer and Super Slicer, however found they were designed for printers that use multiple materials through a single nozzle. When used with a tool changer, their slicing methods did not perfectly align, leading to occasional compatibility issues. We are still working on making other slicers available.

Download the latest version of CURA here. Scroll down to Assets to download.

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We have submitted a request to include the Proforge 4 configs natively, but in the meantime you will need to download the config files separately and copy and paste them into the config folder.

After installing and upon first launching Cura you will need to run through the setup wizard.

Select Non-Ultimaker printer.

In the "Add Non-Networked Printer" section select a random machine for now.

Makertech 3D profiles are to be included in the next release.

After setting up Cura go to Help and then Show Configuration Folder

Copy the config files that you downloaded previously to the corresponding folders.

Close and re-open Cura.

Go to Add Printer

Scroll down to Makertech 3D and add the Proforge 4

Cura can be connected to the Proforge 4 to send sliced files directly to it over Wi-Fi.

Do this by going to the Marketplace and installing the Moonraker Connection plugin.

After installing go to Manage Printers.

Then go to Connect Moonraker.

In the Connection tab set the Address(URL) field to:

http://proforge4.local/

In the Upload tab set format to UFP with Thumbnail.

Hit create when done.

Load STL's here.

Set print head materials and nozzle sizes here.

Adjust print setting here.

Click on Show Custom to set settings for individual print heads. Select all from the menu to show all settings.

Settings are defaults - we recommend following the filament manufacturers guidelines and also making adjustments to suit your printing needs.