Flashforge · 2024
Print cost on the Flashforge AD5X
The AD5X is Flashforge's entry into multi-material: a 600 mm/s enclosed CoreXY with the IFS (four-spool multi-material system) bundled stock. Direct competitor to the P1S Combo in a single-box package without buying AMS separately.
Specs
- Average power
- 200 W
- Useful life
- 20,000 h
- Build volume
- 220 × 220 × 220 mm
- Best for
- Enthusiasts
Example calculation
For a 50 g part in PLA, 6 h print time and 8% failure rate. Currency follows your selection at the top.
- Filament$1.10
- Energy$0.22
- Amortization$0.15
- Failures (8%)$0.12
- Unit Cost$1.58
- Final Consumer Price (3× / 6% / 2%)$6.88
Filaments that print well on the Flashforge AD5X
Every material the Flashforge AD5X handles reliably, grouped by what makes it compatible. Click any to open the calculator with that filament selected.
Engineering materials (enclosure + high temp)
The Flashforge AD5X's enclosed chamber and high-temperature hotend handle the engineering filaments that need both.
Materials that need an enclosed chamber
The Flashforge AD5X's enclosed chamber prevents the warping that kills these materials on open frames.
Standard filaments
Everyday materials — the Flashforge AD5X prints them stock without tuning or hardware mods.
Flexible filaments (direct drive)
Direct-drive extrusion on the Flashforge AD5X gives flexible materials the control Bowden setups can't.