Creality K1 Max Third-Party Slicer G-code Setup

To integrate your Creality K1 Max with third-party slicers such as Cura, PrusaSlicer, Simplify3D and others, you will need to adjust the slicer G-code file header in your slicing software. Below is a comprehensive guide to setting up these slicers for optimal performance with your K1 Max.

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• 1. CrealityPrint

• 2. Cura

• 3. Simpfy3D

• 4. PrusaSlicer

• 5. OrcaSlicer

• 6. IdeaMaker

• 7. SuperSlicer

Overview

Before diving into the specifics for each slicer, let’s go over the general settings you'll need to use:

• G-code Flavor Setting: Marlin2/ Klipper
• Print Size Setting: 300x300x300 mm
• Thumbnail Size Setting: 96x96, 300x300

To enable the auxiliary fan at the beginning of the material G-code, insert the following command:

M106 P2 S255  ; Fan speed range: 0-255

1. Creality Print

For versions V4.2.0.4273 and above, the setup is pre-configured, and no further changes are required. Tools > Manage Printer > G-code:

M140 S0
M104 S0
START_PRINT EXTRUDER_TEMP=[material_print_temperature_layer_0] BED_TEMP=[material_bed_temperature_layer_0]

2. Cura

For Cura, Machine Settings > Start G-code, modify the startup G-code as follows:

M140 S0
M104 S0
START_PRINT EXTRUDER_TEMP={material_print_temperature_layer_0} BED_TEMP={material_bed_temperature_layer_0}

3. Simpfy3D

For Simplify3D, FFF Settings > Scripts > Starting Script, use this G-code configuration:

M140 S0
M104 S0
START_PRINT EXTRUDER_TEMP=[extruder0_temperature] BED_TEMP=[bed0_temperature]

4. PrusaSlicer

In PrusaSlicer, Printer Settings > General > Custom G-code > Start G-code, the startup G-code looks like this:

M140 S0
M104 S0
START_PRINT EXTRUDER_TEMP=[first_layer_temperature] BED_TEMP=[first_layer_bed_temperature]

K1 Max Orca Custom G-code settings are the same as the K1

K1 Max Orca Filament Custom G-code Settings

5. OrcaSlicer

Printer Settings > Machine G-code, The startup G-code for OrcaSlicer is:

M140 S0
M104 S0
START_PRINT EXTRUDER_TEMP=[nozzle_temperature_initial_layer] BED_TEMP=[bed_temperature_initial_layer]

You can also download and import configuration files from the provided link.

6. IdeaMaker

For IdeaMaker, Advanced Settings > G-code Tab > Start G-code, set up the G-code as follows:

M140 S0
M104 S0
START_PRINT EXTRUDER_TEMP={temperature_extruder1} BED_TEMP={temperature_heatbed}

7. SuperSlicer

Lastly, for SuperSlicer, the startup G-code is:

M140 S0
M104 S0
START_PRINT EXTRUDER_TEMP=[first_layer_temperature] BED_TEMP=[first_layer_bed_temperature]

Conclusion

By following these configuration settings, you can successfully set up your Creality K1 Max with a variety of third-party slicers, ensuring optimal printing performance. If specific slicer configurations are required, they can typically be downloaded directly from the respective slicer software's resources.

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