
**** Save up to 20% Off with SainSmart's 14th Anniversary Sale: http://shrsl.com/4xjcg **** Looking for a fast, fully enclosed 3D printer that can handle everything from PLA to carbon fiber nylon? In this video, I review the Creality K1C, the upgraded version of the K1, packed with high-speed printing, a hardened steel hotend, AI-assisted camera, Klipper-based firmware, and automated calibration. After a full month of testing, from Benchies to brutal carbon fiber torture tests, I dive into real-world performance, ease of use, and the few quirks you should know before buying. If you’re considering the K1C or just want to see how it stacks up, this video has everything you need. Chapters, affiliate links, and filament info are all in the description below! --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 👀 See more information about the Creality K1C (Affiliate Links) Amazon: https://amzn.to/4ofiFXU SainSmart Creality K1C: http://shrsl.com/4xj6w --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sunlu makes awesome filament, check out the filament I used: Marble High Speed PLA: https://www.sunlu.com/products/high-speed-pla-marble-3d-printer-filament-1kg?_pos=1&_sid=8fdc65e42&_ss=r&variant=49959995179290&sca_ref=6509515.9CIaM1NpXK&sca_source=k1c Dice Tower - Sunlu Brick Red Marble PLA: https://www.sunlu.com/products/high-speed-pla-marble-3d-printer-filament-1kg?_pos=1&_sid=8fdc65e42&_ss=r&variant=49959995179290&sca_ref=6509515.9CIaM1NpXK&sca_source=k1c Eevees - Sunlu Chocolate PLA, Black PLA, White PLA: https://www.sunlu.com/products/over-6kg-bundle-sale-pla-and-pla-plus-pla-meta-macaron-filament1kg-roll?_pos=1&_psq=Chocolate&_ss=e&_v=1.0&variant=47495413661978&sca_ref=6509515.9CIaM1NpXK&sca_source=k1c --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Create a free profile at https://www.3dprintlog.com today, and start recording all your print settings and filament usage! --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 👀 See my recommended printers, filament, and accessories on my Amazon Idea Lists! (Affiliate Links) 🆕 3D Printing Equipment for Beginners: https://amzn.to/2PNblSL ⚡ 3D Printing Equipment for Intermediate Hobbyists: https://amzn.to/2OOuQOy 💯 3D Printing Equipment for Advanced Users - Liquid Resin SLA/DLP: https://amzn.to/2PpqWuK 🎁 See the TEVO Tornado on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2TnhQhn 🎥 Hoffman Engineering Youtube/Video Equipment - See on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2O9oP9I 🆕 Microphone - Rode NT1 Microphone: https://amzn.to/4i3frmB Thank you to all my Patreons for helping make these videos possible. Join me at https://www.patreon.com/HoffmanEngineering Special thanks to my tier 2 and above patrons: * Reese N. * Gary Christopher Hoffman Hoffman Engineering https://www.hoffman.engineering [0:32] Disclaimer – Review Transparency & Affiliate Info [0:52] Printer Overview – CoreXY Design & Feature Summary [1:05] Hardened Steel Nozzle – Tri-Metal Hotend for 300°C [1:28] Direct Drive Extruder – High-Speed Filament Control [1:37] CoreXY Motion System – Fast & Precise Print Head Movement [2:09] Bed Leveling – Auto Calibration & Load Sensor Integration [2:59] Enclosure Design – Magnetic Lid, Cooling, and Carbon Filter [3:54] Touchscreen UI – Responsive and Print-Smart Features [4:02] Klipper Firmware – Input Shaping & Pressure Advance [4:42] Assembly – From Box to First Print in 20 Minutes [5:07] Creality Print Software – Profiles, Speed, and Slicing [5:35] Built-In Camera – Real-Time Monitoring & Timelapse [6:03] Print Examples – Real-World Testing Begins [6:16] Speed Benchy – 15-Minute High-Speed Showcase [6:35] Autodesk Torture Test – Bridging & Overhang Performance [6:49] Desert Kiss Dice Tower – Clean Print at 0.16mm Layers [7:00] Brick Dice Tower – Overhangs, Pillars & PLA Detail [7:19] Captain America Bust – Input Shaping in Action [7:46] Carbon Fiber PLA – Tough Prints with Matte Finish [8:14] Carbon Fiber Nylon – High-Temp Abrasive Filament Test [8:40] PETG Prints – Gridfinity Storage Bins [8:46] Minor Issue – Cable Chain and Filament Feed Kink [9:27] Final Thoughts – K1C Pros, Cons & Recommendation [10:29] Pricing Breakdown – Is the K1C Worth $? [11:00] Outro – What Do You Think? Let’s Discuss #3DPrinter #Creality #K1C #sainsmart

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