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Learn all about the specifications of the M3D Crane Quad 3D printer, whether it's compatible with OctoPrint, Mainsail, Fluidd and SimplyPrint, and how to set each of them up.
Printer Compatibility for M3D Crane Quad
Does the M3D Crane Quad 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 M3D Crane Quad compatible with OctoPrint, Mainsail, Fluidd and SimplyPrint?
SimplyPrint
Yes, M3D Crane Quad is compatible with SimplyPrint
How to set up SimplyPrint on M3D Crane Quad
OctoPrint
Yes, M3D Crane Quad is compatible with OctoPrint
How to set up OctoPrint on M3D Crane Quad
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What Slicer to Use for M3D Crane Quad
Find the best slicing software for your M3D Crane Quad 3D printer.
Compatible Slicers for M3D Crane Quad
At SimplyPrint we support the following 6 slicers. But, that does not mean that no other slicers are compatible with this the M3D Crane Quad. We are working on adding support for more slicers for our online cloud-based slicer.
No Recommended Slicers Found: To our knowledge, none of the slicers we currently track have built-in default profiles for the M3D Crane Quad.
However, the printer can probably still be used with these slicers—you'll just need to create your own custom profiles, for example by basing them on profiles from a similar printer model. It's also possible that this printer works best with another slicer—perhaps one made by M3D—that we're not tracking on our website yet.
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 M3D Crane Quad
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 M3D Crane Quad. 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 M3D Crane Quad print?
A guide to the materials the M3D Crane Quad 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 | Great | The direct-drive extruder feeds flexible filament well. Print slowly for clean results. |
| ABS & ASA | With care | The bed is hot enough, but ABS and ASA warp without an enclosure, which is strongly recommended for clean prints. |
| Nylon (PA) | With care | Possible with care - an enclosure and very dry filament are essential. |
| 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. |
M3D Crane Quad Printer Specifications: Bed Type, Size, Print Height and More
Discover the key features of the M3D Crane Quad 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 | Crane Quad |
| Printer manufacturer / brand | M3D |
| Bed type | Square |
| Bed size | 214 x 214 mm |
| Max print height | 230mm |
| Has heated bed | Yes |
| Max extruder temperature | 270° |
| Max bed temperature | 100° |
| Filament width | 1.75mm |
| Number of nozzles | 1 |
| Probing tool / Auto Bed Leveling | No |
| Direct drive | Yes |
| Supports serial printing | Yes |
| Shipped firmware | Marlin |
| Supported file formats | G-code (.gcode, .gco, .g) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the M3D Crane Quad compatible with SimplyPrint?
Yes. You can connect the M3D Crane Quad 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 M3D Crane Quad?
Cura, PrusaSlicer and OrcaSlicer all work with the M3D Crane Quad, and you can run any of them in SimplyPrint's online browser slicer - no install needed, on any device.
What filament can the M3D Crane Quad print?
Based on its specs (hotend up to 270C, heated bed up to 100C), the M3D Crane Quad handles PLA, PETG or TPU & flexibles well. See the full filament guide above for ABS, nylon, PC and composites.
Does the M3D Crane Quad work with OctoPrint or Klipper?
The M3D Crane Quad 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 M3D Crane Quad's build volume?
The M3D Crane Quad has a build volume of about 214 x 214 x 230 mm. See the full specifications table above for bed type, temperatures and more.
Final words
We've reached the end of our M3D Crane Quad 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!