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Longer 3D printers

These large-format FDM printers feature silent motherboards and open-source firmware for home, school, and DIY projects

Standout
What stands out

Large build volume

Print big projects with sizes up to 11.8 x 11.8 x 15.7 in.

Silent motherboard

The TMC 2209 drivers ensure quiet motor movement during operation.

Direct drive power

The LK10 model features a 300°C direct drive for high-speed printing.

Current set

9 printers from Longer

Why we keep it

Precision FDM and CoreXY Engineering

This catalog highlights machines with open-source motherboards and resume printing functions. The hardware supports high-temperature printing and rapid 500mm/s speeds on select models.

  • 11.8 x 11.8 x 15.7 in build size
  • TMC 2209 silent drivers
  • 500mm/s CoreXY technology
  • 300°C direct drive extruder
  • Open source motherboard
  • 95% pre-assembled frames
Why these models

DIY and Education

These printers are ideal for home and school use due to their reliable FDM technology.

Quiet Printing

The silent motherboard upgrades make these machines much less intrusive in a room.

Open Source Freedom

Fully open-source motherboards allow users to customize and upgrade their firmware easily.

High Speed Options

The LK10 model introduces CoreXY movement and auto-leveling for faster, more accurate results.

Buyers

First-hand notes

Scott 4.4

The large build size on the LK5 Pro lets me print massive parts that wouldn't fit on other machines.

Sean 4.8

I appreciate the silent motherboard; I can run prints overnight without the noise bothering anyone.

Dennis 4.2

The 95% pre-assembled frame made the setup very quick for such a large FDM printer.

Questions

Longer Questions

What is the largest print size available?

The LK5 Pro series offers a large build volume of 11.8 x 11.8 x 15.7 in. This is ideal for big DIY projects and school models.

Are these printers loud during operation?

No, these models feature silent motherboards and TMC 2209 drivers. This technology significantly reduces the noise from the motors.

Can I modify the software on these printers?

Yes, many of these models come with a fully open-source motherboard. This allows for firmware upgrades and customization by the user.

How fast can these machines print?

While the LK5 Pro focuses on size, the LK10 model uses CoreXY technology to reach speeds of up to 500mm/s.