{"product_id":"flashforge-creator-5-creator-5-pro-3d-printer-external-enclosure","title":"Flashforge Creator 5 \/ Creator 5 Pro 3D Printer External Enclosure","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFlashforge Creator 5 \/ Creator 5 Pro External Enclosure V2 – built for the four-toolhead machine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Flashforge Creator 5 puts four independent toolheads on a CoreXY frame and prints multi-material without purge waste. The Creator 5 Pro adds a heated chamber and an onboard filter. Either way, you have a machine that is constantly changing tools, running fast, and putting whatever it melts into the room it sits in. The Clearview Creator 5 External Enclosure V2 is the bolt-on panel kit cut for this exact machine, in both versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you run the Creator 5 (open frame):\u003c\/strong\u003e drafts and room temperature swings reach the print directly. Corners lift, layers split on ABS and ASA, and every toolhead swap cools the part a little more. The enclosure holds chamber heat, blocks drafts, cuts noise, and contains what comes off the plate so a filter or exhaust can deal with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you run the Creator 5 Pro (enclosed):\u003c\/strong\u003e the printer's shell does one job well, which is holding heat. It was not built to hold air. Seams, the door, the cable pass, and the filter outlet itself are all paths into the room. The stock filter treats the air that happens to pass through it; it does nothing for the air that leaves everywhere else, and a 30-hour run of carbon-filled nylon at 300°C puts a lot of air through those paths. The external enclosure adds a second volume around the machine. The printer manages heat; the enclosure manages air. Two jobs, two parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnclosure dimensions are tailor fit to the machine at \u003cstrong\u003e24\" Wide x 23.5\" Deep x 31.5\" Tall\u003c\/strong\u003e and include generously sized \u003cstrong\u003e19\" doors on the left and right panel.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 10px 0;\"\u003eEnclosure Option Walkthrough\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Mv9I59jVyTw\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; text-align: center; padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 10px 0;\"\u003eAir Filter Options\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9DDe1on1gSw\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanels:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\" thick, white PVC with optically clear acrylic front panel for a clear view of your print progress, with a 5-sided design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgrade Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\" commercial grade panels for a better fit, feel, and finish, with these choices:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite PVC\u003c\/strong\u003e with Clear Acrylic Front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Clear Acrylic\u003c\/strong\u003e – the best overall option for finish and function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoked Tinted Acrylic\u003c\/strong\u003e – same as clear acrylic with a darker look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolycarbonate\u003c\/strong\u003e for impact resistance and higher-heat use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmber Orange\u003c\/strong\u003e for UV blocking in resin printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e All screws, nuts, and connectors for assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSTL Files:\u003c\/strong\u003e Print your own parts or opt for our pre-printed Black PETG parts. Includes a TPU fitting for routing the Bowden tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAssembly and Customization:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinted Parts Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included STL files let you print your own parts, or choose our pre-printed Black PETG parts for immediate assembly. Cut for the Flashforge Creator 5 and Creator 5 Pro, this enclosure assembles with no drilling and no hard mods to the machine, with clean routing for filament and cabling. Plan on 60–120 minutes for assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/open?id=1-tLRmfca9h-GHyimnUDdDUBAbzEByQK7\u0026amp;usp=drive_fs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YJz4xC4styc?si=O8xdXzuf_y0uxIwI\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Creator 5 External Enclosure V2 is sized to fit the printer alone, with room to work. It contains and concentrates fumes and particulates so a filter or exhaust can do its job, which is what makes it the right setup for a garage, a classroom, or a home with kids. Access is through the frame-less front door and top hatch, plus the side doors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAir Quality and Ventilation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe enclosure's job is to contain and concentrate what comes off the machine. The filter or exhaust does the mitigating. Two parts, working together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir Filtration Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExhaust Filter\u003c\/strong\u003e with charcoal and HEPA media, moving air out of your workspace. Reduces fumes and smells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecirculating Filter\u003c\/strong\u003e to keep chamber heat while reducing fumes and smells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntake Filter\u003c\/strong\u003e so incoming air passes through a filter on the way in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVentilation Accessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExhaust Fan\u003c\/strong\u003e with an easy-to-install housing for a 4\" hose, paired with our \u003cstrong\u003eWindow Insert\u003c\/strong\u003e for direct outdoor venting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Customization:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED Lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e for better visibility of your prints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Duty Metal Hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e for a more robust build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6th Base Panel\u003c\/strong\u003e to close the bottom of the enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDampening Pads\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eVibration Dampening Pads\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce noise and vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBowden Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e by the meter for customized filament management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptions for Venting Fumes and VOCs\u003c\/strong\u003e outside the workspace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0415\/4661\/2904\/files\/3d-printer-whats-included.jpg?v=1726240560\" alt=\"What's included in a Clearview 3D printer enclosure kit\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Our Creator 5 Enclosure V2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut for the Flashforge Creator 5 and Creator 5 Pro specifically. Not a universal cover cut to fit everything and nothing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetter Prints:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holds chamber heat and blocks drafts to help prevent warping and improve layer adhesion on ABS, ASA, and other higher-temp filaments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHealthier Workspace:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains fumes and particulates so a filter or exhaust can reduce what reaches the room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNoise Reduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Takes the edge off a four-toolhead CoreXY running at speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame-less Door Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front door and top hatch with no frame between, plus 19\" side doors on both sides for toolhead and back access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug-and-Play:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a TPU fitting for routing the Bowden tube and a wide rubber grommet for cable management. No hard mods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\" commercial-grade panels, hardware, STL files, and printed parts. Nothing to source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a \u003cstrong\u003esmall business\u003c\/strong\u003e proudly \u003cstrong\u003eowned and made in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e, we appreciate your support. Our enclosures come with a \u003cstrong\u003e100% satisfaction guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003e1-year warranty against manufacturer defects\u003c\/strong\u003e. Built by 3D printer enthusiasts for 3D printer enthusiasts. CNC-routed in Rocklin, California.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWho We've Worked With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0415\/4661\/2904\/files\/Untitled-3_1024x1024.jpg?v=1632500714\" alt=\"3d printer enclosures for business, education, universities.\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMore About the Clearview Infinity Enclosure\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur main objective was to give your printer an unobstructed view from any angle. At the same time, our enclosures offer easy access with a magnetically latched front door and a cable port to route all your connections. The side access doors are placed to reach the USB port and power switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also offer our Carbon Air Scrubbing filter and vibration dampening feet. The Carbon Air Scrubbing Filter uses a quiet fan to pass air through a carbon filter to reduce fumes and smells from the printing process. If you are printing ABS or ASA, include the filter option. Our Vibration Dampening Feet use a multi-material lamination that dissipates vibration at 5 different levels. If you are printing where noise needs to come down, this is the addition to make.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer a black or Prusa Orange color option for the brackets and fittings. With your purchase, you also get STL access to these files so you can print the fittings in the colors you want. You also get the STL files of future attachments and accessories for your enclosure. If we come up with a mod, you get it for free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've had problems with parts adhering to the print bed, warping, smell, noise, or dust, an enclosure is the answer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3D printing is productive, but there are nuisance factors:\u003cbr\u003e- It can be loud if you are printing at home.\u003cbr\u003e- Drafts of air or changes in temperature lead to warping, print issues, and poor adhesion to the print surface.\u003cbr\u003e- You are working with molten plastics that release VOCs and ultrafine particles into the air. Off-gassing happens at some level with every filament; the question is how much of it you want to manage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis enclosure kit includes all the parts you need to assemble (plan on 60–120 minutes, instructions provided) and works with your existing Flashforge Creator 5 or Creator 5 Pro. The front door provides generous room to reach the print bed and the control panel. We include a rubber grommet to pass your power cable and USB into the enclosure, plus PETG parts and hardware for final assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed more information on printing with enclosures? Check these links:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/clearviewplastic.com\/blogs\/news\/why-should-i-enclose-my-3d-printer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBenefits of printing with an enclosure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/niosh\/newsroom\/feature\/3Dprinting.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e3D printing health Government guidelines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/all3dp.com\/3d-printing-toxic-emissions-everything-need-know\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAdditional Health studies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/all3dp.com\/2\/3d-print-warping-what-it-is-how-to-fix-it\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eGetting Better prints with an enclosure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBONUS:\u003c\/strong\u003e as the 3D print world changes, so does our enclosure. You get access to download STL updates to our parts database, so you can print updates, add-ons, and mods for free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit both the Creator 5 and the Creator 5 Pro?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both machines share the same footprint and the same kit fits either one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is your return policy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have a 30 day return policy. Unused, undamaged panels that still have the masking fully attached are eligible for a full refund less return shipping. If panels are damaged after shipment or the protective mask layer has been removed, we cannot offer a refund. To check fitment and make sure you like the setup, consider at least partially assembling with the mask on. If it isn't for you, that lets you return it for a full refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy would I order Polycarbonate vs. Acrylic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePanel choice is the only feature on our enclosures that you can't change after the fact. First things first, 1\/4\" is the best upgrade we offer. If you get nothing else, get 1\/4\" panels before upgrading anything else. Polycarbonate is impact resistant, while acrylic is scratch resistant and the better-looking panel. Acrylic is what most of our customers run, including on ABS, ASA, and PC. Polycarbonate is for shop environments where impact resistance matters or where you plan to push chamber heat well beyond what a hobby setup sees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy would I go for a Recirculating Filter vs an Intake \/ Exhaust setup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt depends on the filaments you plan to print. For PLA and PETG, we recommend the Intake and Exhaust filters. This lets you dial in enclosure temperature and vent outside with a 4\" exhaust hose. For higher-temp filaments (ASA, ABS, and above), the Recirculating filter keeps chamber temperature high while reducing fumes and smells with activated charcoal and HEPA media. Exhaust needs a window and is bulkier; recirculating is streamlined but is not a complete fix on odor with heavy high-temp use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere are some differences between your product pictures.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe update these often, and as a small business it isn't realistic to do a fresh photoshoot for every iteration. Function is always constant or better as we improve things. For the clearest indication of our current version, rely on the renderings rather than the photos. Photos on this page show the same enclosure kit on a Snapmaker U1, which shares the Creator 5's footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #d7dde3;border-radius:10px;padding:18px 20px;margin:20px 0;background:#f7f9fb;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eWill it fit your table? (Enclosure fitment)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;color:#555;\"\u003eThis one needs \u003cstrong\u003eside clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e, not just tabletop area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:18px;color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure exterior:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24\" W × 23.5\" D × 31.5\" H.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum table top:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26\" × 25.5\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlan for the side doors.\u003c\/strong\u003e This enclosure has generously sized 19\" doors on \u003cem\u003eboth\u003c\/em\u003e the left and right panels. They are a big part of why access is easy, but they need room to swing. Don't wedge it between a wall and a shelf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum load rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTable height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26–30\". At 31.5\" tall, a lower table keeps the top of the machine comfortable to reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Clearview Plastics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49578712891630,"sku":null,"price":429.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0415\/4661\/2904\/files\/H2D_enclosure_XL_Size_2025-May-30_09-31-47PM-000_CustomizedView15265131267.png?v=1748890434","url":"https:\/\/clearviewplastic.com\/products\/flashforge-creator-5-creator-5-pro-3d-printer-external-enclosure","provider":"Clearview Plastics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}