Stage 01: Frame
Description
The ProForge 5 is a large, high performance premium Tool Changer 3D Printer with a massive 500(x)x400(y)x500(z)mm build volume, heated bed (up to 120c) and up to 5 direct drive smart extruders (up to 300c).
The ProForge 5 can also be fully enclosed with fume filtration and heated chamber (50C at room temp). It can also be configured with 5 independent dry boxes with humidity monitors build into each one, perfect for keeping filament in optimum condition.
The ProForge 5 is available for purchase here.
The GitHub repository can be found here.
Features
• Tool-Changing Mechanism: Swap up to 5 tools in a single print.
• Large Build Volume: 500mm(x) x 400mm(y) x 500mm(z).
• Print heads up to 300C. Bed up to 120C. Chamber up to 50C (at room temp).
• Multi-Material Compatibility: Support for PLA, ABS, PETG, flexible materials and others.
• Automated nozzle alignment and offset calibration.
• Rapid bed scanning and probing (tapping) via Eddy currrent probe.
• Klipper Firmware: High-speed and responsive motion control.
• Geniuine Raspberry Pi 5 processor board and Bigtreetech Octopus Pro Control Board.
• Premium component selection - Meanwell PSU, GATES belts, Stainless Steel rails and bearings.
• Free standing design.
What's included:
See unboxing section
Community and Troubleshooting
If you run into any issues or need assistance with assembly or printing, feel free to ask for help in the official Discord Server or Facebook Group.
If you’re missing a part or have received a faulty/broken one, please fill out this form for a replacement.
Want to get in touch? Drop us an email at info@makertech3d.com
Safety Notice
Operate the ProForge 5 in a well ventilated, open and dry environment.
Be aware of the moving parts, there is a pinching hazard.
Be cautious of the Hotend, it can reach temperatures exceeding 300 degrees Celsius, this is hot enough to cause severe burns. Even after operation, the hotends can still be hot, allow time for them to cool before touching.
Keep children and pets away from the ProForge 5 whilst in operation.
Never disconnect any of the wiring whilst powered on.
Be careful of long hair and loose clothing when operating the ProForge 5.
Immediately shut down the ProForge 5 if an error occurs to prevent damage to the unit or its surroundings.
Disclaimer
THIS PRODUCT IS A DO-IT-YOURSELF KIT TO BE ASSEMBLED BY THE USER AT THEIR OWN RISK. MAKERTECH 3D LTD DISCLAIMS ALL RESPONSIBILITY, RISK, OR LIABILITY OF ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY TO YOURSELF OR ANY PERSON OR PROPERTY FROM ITS USE.
NEITHER MAKERTECH 3D NOR ITS SUPPLIERS SHALL BE LIABLE TO YOU OR TO ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES (INCLUDING IN EACH CASE, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR THE INABILITY TO USE OR ACCESS THE PRODUCTS, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION OR THE LIKE) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS, EVEN IF MAKERTECH 3D HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
MAKERTECH 3D IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY PRODUCTS (3D PRINTED PARTS OR OTHER) PRODUCED WITH THE PROFORGE 5 OR ANY OF ITS OTHER PRODUCTS. IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKERTECH 3D BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY OCCURRED BY USING PRODUCTS PRODUCED BY THE PROFORGE 5 OR ANY OF ITS OTHER PRODUCTS.
NOTWITHSTANDING ANY DAMAGES THAT YOU MIGHT INCUR FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ALL DAMAGES REFERENCED HEREIN AND ALL DIRECT OR GENERAL DAMAGES IN CONTRACT OR ANYTHING ELSE), THE ENTIRE LIABILITY OF MAKERTECH 3D AND ANY OF ITS SUPPLIERS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THE USE OF THE PRODUCTS SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCTS CONCERNED.
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