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CFS_Forge

"The definitive ecosystem for professional filament management on Creality printers: SSH bypass, RFID hardware integration and HueForge database in a single desktop interface

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What you get

Direct Database Bypass

Bypasses Creality cloud limitations by interfacing via SSH. Downloads, decodes, edits and re-injects the material_database.json file directly on the local machine

Unlocking Hidden Parameters

Allows access to and editing of print and material parameters that are otherwise invisible or locked by the official APIs.

Instant Service Restart

Forces a silent reboot of the printer's Linux services so that database changes are recognized immediately, without having to restart the whole machine.

Native HueForge Integration

Includes a suite for calculating, managing and saving the Transmission Distance (TD) of filaments, essential for perfect multicolor 3D prints.

Mathematical TD Calibration (Power Law)

Advanced optical measurement system that uses non-linear curves to calibrate the sensors (Dark and Baseline) and adapt to the accuracy of the individual hardware.

Full RFID / NFC Automation:

Reads the tag on the spool and instantly loads the correct profile onto the printer completely autonomously, eliminating any margin for human error.

"Pure Glass" Interface

Modern, dark UI design (glassmorphism / neon), smooth and responsive, with dynamic menus and no intrusive scrollbars.

HighDPI & 4K Support

Native scaling guaranteed for very high resolution displays, keeping fonts and icons always sharp.

USB Hardware Support (Plug & Play)

Native compatibility with standard USB Smart Card readers (such as the ACR122U) for tag automation without the need for custom modules.

Custom ESP32-S3 Module Support

Full compatibility with industrial-grade hardware communicating over the network, equipped with an RFID reader isolated on an SPI bus and I2C sensors for color (TCS34725) and light (TSL2561).

Centralized Dashboard

A single command hub to monitor connections, check sensor readings, write or read tags and diagnose the entire system in real time.

System Requirements

Operating System: Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit). The app is optimized for Windows and uses native calls (e.g. scaling for HighDPI / 4K displays).
Processor (CPU): Any modern dual-core processor (Intel Core i3 / AMD Ryzen 3 or higher).
Memory (RAM): 2 GB minimum (4 GB recommended to ensure maximum smoothness of the animated "Pure Glass" PyQt6 GUI).
Disk Space: About 200 MB for the installation and temporary/log files.
Network: Local network connection (Wi-Fi or LAN) required to communicate with the printer over SSH.
Compatible Models: Printers in the Creality ecosystem (K1 family, K1 Max, K1C, K2 Series and HI Series)
System Privileges: Root access (SSH) enabled on the printer is required to allow the application to inject and overwrite material_database.json, bypassing the cloud.

Documentation

Creality CFS Forge What is Creality CFS Forge? It is a professional desktop application that gives you back full control over filament management for the Creality 3D printer ecosystem (K1, K2, K1 Max, K1C and HI Series). By working around the limitations of the official cloud, it lets you manage materials locally in a fast, precise and fully automated way. What it does and how it works: Database Bypass (SSH): It connects discreetly to the printer's operating system, pulls the internal material_database.json file and lets you edit advanced parameters that are hidden by default. Once done, it applies the changes by automatically restarting the services so that the new profiles are immediately operational. HueForge Integration and TD Calibration: It calculates the Transmission Distance (TD) of filaments using advanced mathematical curves. The optical data is saved natively in the printer's database, guaranteeing absolute compatibility with HueForge for perfect multicolor prints. RFID Automation: Manual loading is a thing of the past. When you bring the spool's NFC/RFID tag close, the software recognizes the material and instantly loads the correct parameter set onto the printer. Supported Hardware: The application adapts to your workflow by supporting two modes: Plug & Play (Standard): You can use a regular USB Smart Card reader (such as the ACR122U) connected to the PC, handled natively by the software with no soldering at all. Custom Module (Advanced): Full support for external microcontrollers (ESP32-S3) fitted with an isolated RFID module and dedicated optical sensors (color and brightness), for those looking for industrial-grade automation. Interface and Requirements: The working environment is built on PyQt6 with a responsive, dark and elegant Pure Glass design, natively scaled for 4K monitors. Communication is secure and backed by enterprise-grade Python libraries (paramiko, pyscard, local encryption).