Written by Logan F.
Status, September 2026: Superseded. Creality's official store now lists the original K1 as limited stock, and the K1C is the current mainstream model in the K1 series.
The Creality K1 is an enclosed CoreXY printer running Creality's Klipper-based firmware, with automatic calibration and input shaping. It brought fast enclosed printing to Creality's range.
Build Volume |
Max Nozzle |
Max Bed |
Extruder |
Enclosure |
Auto Levelling |
Multi-Material |
Bed Type |
About the K1
The K1 was Creality's answer to the fast enclosed CoreXY printers from Bambu Lab. It runs Creality OS, which is based on Klipper, with input shaping and pressure advance, and Creality rates it at up to 600 mm/s.
The enclosed body cuts draughts, which makes ABS and ASA noticeably easier than on an open-frame machine. OzFDM polycarbonate calls for a 100–120°C bed, so the K1's 100°C limit puts polycarbonate at the edge of its range.
Abrasive carbon fibre filaments such as PA6-CF need a hardened steel nozzle, so check what nozzle your K1 has before printing them.
Because Creality OS is based on Klipper, owners can draw on the Klipper documentation and a large community for tuning. Creality has since added a multi-colour option for the K1 series, the CFS-C. If you are buying new, compare the K1C, which Creality sells alongside the remaining K1 stock.
ProsFast CoreXY motion with input shaping Klipper-based firmware Enclosed body improves ABS and ASA results 300°C hotend Automatic calibration |
ConsSuperseded by the K1C, limited stock 100°C bed limits polycarbonate Carbon fibre filaments need a hardened nozzle No built-in multi-material system |
Best For
- High speed PLA and PETG production
- ABS and ASA in an enclosed printer
- Makers who want Klipper without building a Voron
- Existing K1 owners tuning their machine
Print Profiles
Recommended print settings for OzFDM filaments on this printer. Click any profile for full details, notes and troubleshooting tips.
- PLA Basic on Creality K1
- PETG Basic on Creality K1
- ABS on Creality K1
- ASA on Creality K1
- PA6-CF (Carbon Fibre Nylon) on Creality K1
Ready to print? Grab your filament from OzFDM.
Good starting points for the K1:
- PLA Basic: fast everyday prints
- PETG Basic: tough functional parts
- ABS+: heat-tolerant parts that benefit from the enclosure
- ASA: UV-resistant parts for outdoor use
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