The JGAurora A7 is loosely based on the Makerbot‘s Rev 5 open-source blueprints. With a weight of 21 kilograms, the aluminum frame, and measurements of 455 x 510 x 412 mm, it is a big, heavy machine. Better free up some space for in your workspace.

The JGAurora A7 comes fully assembled. All you have to do is to unwrap it, feed the filament, install the software and start 3D printing.

There are some interesting features on the JGAurora A7 3D printer that you don‘t find in most printers.

1. Closed build chamber: The JGAurora A7 3D printer offers a closed build chamber. This results in a better temperature management.
2. Removable metallic bed: The heated bed of the JGAurora A7 3D printer is interesting. Like the Prusa i3 MK3, it can be removed after printing. If you have successfully plucked the print off the bed, you position it back in the printer. The bed is magnetic and should be positioned in a second. Thanks to a PINDA-style probe, the printer auto-calibrates before each new print joy, so you can be sure that the print bed is leveled perfectly.
3. Magnetic Extruder: The extruder is held in place by magnets, so you can detach it. You could even have several printheads with different nozzle diameters if you’re into that.
4. Bowden plus Direct Drive: This construction is highly unusual. The filament is first fed through a Bowden type drive and in a direct drive on the extruder itself. This makes the automatic feeding system more reliable. Thanks to the detachable print head, it’s easier to remove stuck filament or solve nozzle clogs on the JGAurora A7.

Models can be loaded via an SD card. Alternatively, you can hook up the machine to a computer and print directly from there. There is a Wifi option advertised, but it is non-functional according to every JGAurora A7 review.

When it comes to 3D slicing, the manufacturer offers a dedicated version of Cura.

The printer itself is capable of producing prints as big as 240 × 220 × 200 mm. That‘s smaller than other comparable 3D printers in the price category.

When it comes to interesting new features, the JGAurora A7 can offer a lot. But if you start adding a complex technical solution to simple problems, things can go wrong easily.

In the case of the A7 3D printer, it’s the filament feeding system that overwhelms even professional 3D printer reviewers.

3D maker Sexy Cyborg ran into several issues with the filament feeder. It’s supposed to open vertically and give you access to the filament spool. In her case, the filament feeder closed itself again and again – without any button presses. Sometimes, parts of the filament get tangled outside the compartment, making it impossible to print without ripping up the filament.

Also, the JGAurora A7 uses a proprietary spool format, making it hard for makers to use their own filament.

The last issue is the price of the 3D printer. When the JGAurora A7 was released in early 2017, a price of $1,500 was totally acceptable for a system with a lot of comfort features. But since Summer 2017, prices of 3D printers have come down significantly.

Currently, you get more build space with a printer like the Creality CR10 or an excellent 3D printer like the Prusa Mk3 for two-thirds of the price.

Oh, the JGAurora A7 3D printer ranks highly in the “Strangest Promotional Video Ever” category. Just watch and be amazed:

You can order the JGAurora A7 3D Printer from most popular online stores. Currently, the price ranges between 550 and 1450 US-Dollars.

JGAurora A7

The Makerbot-style 3D printer offers one-click full-automatic bed leveling and a one-click up and down filament tray design.

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You can reach JGAurora on their English / Chinese homepage. If you have questions regarding the 3D printer, you can check the support section at their website.

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