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Learn all about the specifications of the Creality CR-10 V2 3D printer, whether it's compatible with OctoPrint, Mainsail, Fluidd and SimplyPrint, and how to set each of them up.
Printer Compatibility for Creality CR-10 V2
Does the Creality CR-10 V2 3D printer work with OctoPrint, Mainsail, Fluidd and SimplyPrint?
Figuring out if your particular printer works with OctoPrint, Mainsail, Fluidd or SimplyPrint can be a challenging task - especially if you're new to 3D printing - as there are thousands of printers out there.
We're here to make it a little easier for you, by answering the question; is the Creality CR-10 V2 compatible with OctoPrint, Mainsail, Fluidd and SimplyPrint?
SimplyPrint
Yes, Creality CR-10 V2 is compatible with SimplyPrint
How to set up SimplyPrint on Creality CR-10 V2
OctoPrint
Yes, Creality CR-10 V2 is compatible with OctoPrint
How to set up OctoPrint on Creality CR-10 V2
Mainsail
Yes, Creality CR-10 V2 is compatible with Mainsail
How to set up Mainsail on Creality CR-10 V2
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What Slicer to Use for Creality CR-10 V2
Find the best slicing software for your Creality CR-10 V2 3D printer.
Compatible Slicers for Creality CR-10 V2
At SimplyPrint we support the following 5 slicers. But, that does not mean that no other slicers are compatible with this the Creality CR-10 V2. We are working on adding support for more slicers for our online cloud-based slicer.
CrealityPrint
Official slicer for Creality
No default slicer profiles available to our knowledge
Automatic Profile Updates: Profiles are automatically checked and fetched from the slicer GitHub repositories every day, as well as from our own open-source community-driven slicer profile database. This ensures you always have access to the latest profiles.
Cloud-Based Slicer for Creality CR-10 V2: Use CrealityPrint Online
Other Compatible Slicers
Note: Many other excellent slicing software options exist, including Cura, Simplify3D, ideaMaker, KISSlicer, and others. While we don't currently track profiles for these slicers in our database, they may work perfectly with your Creality CR-10 V2. Check each slicer's official documentation or community forums for compatible profiles and settings. You can also contribute profiles to our open-source slicer profile database on GitHub.
What filament can the Creality CR-10 V2 print?
A guide to the materials the Creality CR-10 V2 can handle, based on its hotend, heated bed specs.
| Filament | Suitability | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PLA | Great | The easiest filament to print. Works on almost any printer; a heated bed helps adhesion but is not required. |
| PETG | Great | Comfortably in range (PETG likes a ~230-250C hotend and a ~70-85C bed). |
| TPU & flexibles | With care | Possible, but a Bowden extruder makes flexibles harder - print slowly and prefer firmer (higher-shore) TPU. |
| ABS & ASA | Great | The high-temperature hotend and hot bed handle ABS and ASA well. An enclosure helps further on large parts. |
| Nylon (PA) | Good | Doable with care - dry the filament thoroughly, and an enclosure helps a lot. |
| Polycarbonate (PC) | With care | On the edge - PC really wants an enclosed, hot chamber to avoid warping. |
| Carbon-fiber & glass-filled | With care | Possible if you fit a hardened or wear-resistant nozzle - the abrasive fibers quickly wear a stock brass nozzle. |
Creality CR-10 V2 Printer Specifications: Bed Type, Size, Print Height and More
Discover the key features of the Creality CR-10 V2 3D printer model. From its bed type to its size, print height, and more, we provide detailed specifications to help you understand the printer's capabilities.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Printer model name | CR-10 V2 |
| Printer manufacturer / brand | Creality |
| Bed type | Square |
| Bed size | 300 x 300 mm |
| Max print height | 400mm |
| Has heated bed | Yes |
| Max extruder temperature | 280° |
| Max bed temperature | 100° |
| Filament width | 1.75mm |
| Number of nozzles | 1 |
| Probing tool / Auto Bed Leveling | No |
| Direct drive | No |
| Supports serial printing | Yes |
| Shipped firmware | Marlin |
| Supported file formats | G-code (.gcode, .gco, .g) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Creality CR-10 V2 compatible with SimplyPrint?
Yes. You can connect the Creality CR-10 V2 to SimplyPrint via OctoPrint or Klipper (Moonraker), then slice, queue, start and monitor prints from your browser or the mobile app.
What slicer should I use for the Creality CR-10 V2?
We recommend CrealityPrint for the Creality CR-10 V2. You can run it (plus Cura, PrusaSlicer and OrcaSlicer) directly in SimplyPrint's online slicer - no install, on any device, with profiles for the Creality CR-10 V2 kept up to date automatically.
What filament can the Creality CR-10 V2 print?
Based on its specs (hotend up to 280C, heated bed up to 100C), the Creality CR-10 V2 handles PLA, PETG, ABS & ASA or Nylon (PA) well. See the full filament guide above for ABS, nylon, PC and composites.
Does the Creality CR-10 V2 work with OctoPrint or Klipper?
The Creality CR-10 V2 works with OctoPrint or Klipper (Mainsail and Fluidd), and SimplyPrint connects to it through them - so you get cloud access, a queue and camera monitoring on top.
What is the Creality CR-10 V2's build volume?
The Creality CR-10 V2 has a build volume of about 300 x 300 x 400 mm. See the full specifications table above for bed type, temperatures and more.
Final words
We've reached the end of our Creality CR-10 V2 information guide. We devote substantial time to research and gather data on as many 3D printers as possible, understanding the challenge of finding comprehensive, reliable information all in one place. Our primary focus is providing insights into the compatibility of specific printers with the most popular 3D printing clients. We hope this guide has helped answer your questions!