Flashforge CJ270

Flashforge CJ270: Full Color MultiJet Printing printer

The Flashforge CJ270 is a color 3D printer based on MJP (Multi Jet Printing) technology. It deposits and combines CMYK, white and clear materials to produce more than 10 million color combinations, with fine transitions and transparency effects. Its 7 μm layer thickness allows it to accurately render small details and surface textures. With a build volume of 180 × 120 × 100 mm, the CJ270 is particularly suited to models, figurines, prototypes and detailed color parts.

Unlike a multicolor FDM printer that alternates between different filaments, the CJ270 controls color directly during material deposition. This approach makes it possible to reproduce gradients, shades and colored details without multiplying material references. Water-soluble supports also make post-processing of printed parts easier.

Flashforge CJ270: key points of MJP printing

More than 10 million colors

The Flashforge CJ270 combines CMYK resins with white and clear to generate more than 10 million color combinations.

The blending happens during printing to create progressive transitions and more natural shades. This color management is particularly suited to models requiring detailed visual rendering, especially figurines and prototypes.

7 μm layer thickness

With a layer thickness of 7 μm, the CJ270 forms outlines, reliefs and surface textures with a very fine level of detail.

This resolution helps preserve precise geometric features on small parts and achieve smoother surfaces. The 7 industrial print heads handle the deposition of the different materials used by the MJP system.

Water-soluble supports

The Flashforge CJ270 uses a water-soluble support material. After printing, the supports can be dissolved to make them easier to remove from complex areas.

This method reduces the amount of mechanical work needed on the part and makes it easier to handle geometries with fine details or hard-to-reach areas.

Flashforge CJ270: technologies and technical specifications

Multi Jet Printing technology

MJP (Multi Jet Printing) technology works by precisely depositing materials directly onto the model's various layers.

The CJ270 thus combines building and coloring in the same process. CMYK, white and clear materials are deposited according to the model's needs to produce a colored part straight out of the printer.

Automatic mixing of color resins

The CJ270 uses several base resins and mixes them automatically at every layer. ColorPrint determines the color matches from the model's data, making it possible to manage the various shades without having to load a multitude of preset colors.

The system thus combines automated material management with continuous color reproduction across the part's surface.

180 × 120 × 100 mm build volume

The 180 × 120 × 100 mm build volume positions the CJ270 for applications geared toward small and medium detailed parts.

This format makes it possible to produce figurines, models, prototypes and colored display objects. The machine also has a footprint of 697 × 410 × 405 mm for easy integration into a workspace.

Built-in activated carbon filtration

The Flashforge CJ270 includes a filtration system using an activated carbon filter. This helps reduce odors and certain particles generated during printing.

This filtration is built directly into the machine and supports its operation in an indoor work environment. Flashforge also states a noise level of 55 dB or less.

Automatic bed leveling

The CJ270 features automatic bed leveling designed to maintain a consistent first layer. This function helps prepare the print without requiring a systematic manual adjustment of the bed.

The machine is thus designed to be up and running quickly, with a setup meant to simplify the first steps before starting a color 3D print.

File transfer via LAN or USB

Once the model has been prepared in ColorPrint, the sliced file can be sent to the Flashforge CJ270 via LAN or USB.

This dual option makes it possible to integrate the machine into a work network or use a local transfer. The workflow stays simple, from preparing the model to slicing it in ColorPrint and launching the color print.

Flashforge CJ270 and ColorPrint: a dedicated workflow

Flashforge ColorPrint is the slicer designed to make the most of the CJ270's color capabilities. The software brings together model preparation, layout management on the build plate and support optimization in a single environment. It also lets you manage the colors and materials used by the machine before sending the file.

ColorPrint automates color assignment from the available resins. The software thus supports the process from importing the model to transferring it to the machine. Flashforge also offers an AI-assisted modeling feature from a 2D image, allowing a print-ready 3D file to be generated from a visual reference.

Our take on the Flashforge CJ270

The Flashforge CJ270 stands out mainly for its MJP approach geared toward color and level of detail. The combination of more than 10 million colors, 7 μm layers and water-soluble supports addresses needs where visual rendering matters as much as geometry.

Automatic resin mixing also simplifies color management compared to an approach based on a collection of filaments or pre-colored resins. The CJ270 is thus an appealing solution for detailed color models and visual prototypes.