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Original QIDI Q2C or Q2C COMBO 3D Printer Multi Color Printing
Original QIDI Q2C or Q2C COMBO 3D Printer Multi Color Printing
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SPECIFICATIONS
The QIDI Q2C / Q2C Combo is a strong high-speed CoreXY FDM 3D printer aimed at beginners, hobbyists, DIY users, and small-scale prototyping. Its biggest strengths are the 270 × 270 × 256 mm build volume, 600 mm/s maximum tool-head speed, automatic load-cell leveling, enclosed design, and high-temperature 370°C hotend.
Key Specifications
- Print Volume: 270 × 270 × 256 mm
- Maximum Tool-Head Speed: 600 mm/s
- Maximum Acceleration: 20,000 mm/s²
- Motion System: CoreXY
- Hotend: Up to 370°C
- Build Plate: Double-sided magnetic PEI
- Bed Temperature: Up to 120°C
- Extruder: Hardened-steel dual gears
- Automatic Leveling: Load-cell sensor integrated into the hotend
- Supported Materials: PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, PA, PC and carbon-/glass-fiber-reinforced filaments
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Ethernet and USB
- Display: 4.3-inch touchscreen
- Power: 350W
- Weight: About 16.9 kg net
Q2C vs. Q2C Combo
The important distinction is multi-color capability.
| Feature | Q2C | Q2C Combo |
|---|---|---|
| Single-color printing | ✅ | ✅ |
| CoreXY | ✅ | ✅ |
| 600 mm/s max speed | ✅ | ✅ |
| Auto leveling | ✅ | ✅ |
| Enclosed design | ✅ | ✅ |
| Multi-color | Optional QIDI Box | ✅ |
| Filament drying | With QIDI Box | With QIDI Box |
| Best for | Single-color printing | Multi-color/material printing |
The Q2C itself is compatible with the QIDI Box rather than having multi-color functionality built into the printer alone. QIDI says the Box can dry filament at up to 65°C while printing, automatically reload filament, and support up to 16 colors/materials when four QIDI Boxes are chained.
Printing Performance ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The 600 mm/s headline speed puts the Q2C firmly in the high-speed category. Its CoreXY motion system, 1.5GT belts, linear X-axis rail and input shaping are designed to keep the printer stable while moving quickly.
The 600 mm/s figure is a maximum tool-head speed, rather than the speed you'll necessarily use for every model. For detailed parts, slower speeds will generally provide better surface quality.
Automatic Leveling ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
One of the Q2C's strongest features is its hands-free load-cell leveling system.
Instead of relying on a conventional offset probe, the load cell is integrated into the print head and detects the actual contact between the nozzle and build surface. This is designed to simplify first-layer calibration and reduce manual bed-leveling work.
High-Temperature Printing ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Q2C is considerably more capable than a basic PLA printer.
Its 370°C hotend, hardened-steel dual-gear extruder and enclosed construction allow it to work with demanding materials including:
- ABS
- ASA
- PA/Nylon
- PC
- PA-CF
- Other carbon- and glass-fiber reinforced materials
QIDI specifically lists PPS-CF among the materials the platform is designed to handle.
Enclosed Design
The enclosed structure is useful for:
- ABS
- ASA
- PETG
- Nylon
- Carbon-fiber composites
- General temperature-sensitive printing
It also helps contain drafts and keeps the printing environment more consistent than an open-frame printer.
Print Quality ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
The Q2C combines several features intended to improve print quality:
- Automatic load-cell leveling
- Input shaping
- CoreXY architecture
- Linear guide rail
- Dual Z lead screws
- Hardened dual-gear extrusion
- Automatic first-layer calibration
- PEI magnetic build plate
The rigid CoreXY structure is particularly useful for high-speed printing because the heavy print bed doesn't travel back and forth in the X/Y directions.
Software & Connectivity
The printer supports:
- QIDI Studio
- OrcaSlicer
- PrusaSlicer
- Wi-Fi
- Ethernet
- USB
It also has 32GB eMMC storage, power-loss recovery and a 4.3-inch touchscreen.
A camera is optional, rather than standard, and the Q2C does not have built-in AI camera detection.
Strenghts
- ✅ Fast CoreXY architecture
- ✅ 600 mm/s maximum tool-head speed
- ✅ 20,000 mm/s² maximum acceleration
- ✅ Excellent automatic load-cell leveling
- ✅ Large 270 × 270 × 256 mm build volume
- ✅ 370°C hotend
- ✅ Hardened-steel dual-gear extruder
- ✅ Enclosed design
- ✅ Supports engineering and composite materials
- ✅ Double-sided PEI build plate
- ✅ Wi-Fi and Ethernet
- ✅ Compatible with QIDI Box multi-color system
- ✅ Potential for up to 16 colors with multiple QIDI Boxes
Auto Leveling: Yes
Bed Temp: 120°
Brand Name: QIDI
CE Certification: Yes
Certification: CE
Color Print Speed: 600mm/s
Consumables Diameter: 1.75mm
Diameter Temp: 370°
File Format: STL OBJ 3MF STEP STP
Fliament: PLA ABS ASA PETG TPU PA PC
High-concerned chemical: None
Interface Type: USB
IsWi-Fi/BluetoothSupport: No
Item model number: Q2C
Language: English
Maximum Print Size: 270*270*256mm
Maximum Printing Speed: 600mm/s
Maximum Working Speed: 20000mm/s
Molding Technology: FDM
Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm
Operating System: Windows MacOS Linux
Power Source: 100-240V
Power Supply: 100-240V
Precision: ±0.1mm
Printing Speed: 300mm/s
Slice Software: QIDI Studio and others
Slice Thickness: 0.2mm
Voltage: 100 - 240 V
Wireless Connectivity: None
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