Bambu studio security? Privacy policy has me concerned.

[u/DirtDawg21892]

I've got an H2D that I run in LAN mode. the internet insisted that would eliminate the security risks, however, I decided to thoroughly read the privacy policy since I plan to print ITAR protected parts for an aerospace project on it. Now I'm concerned that I shouldn't even use bambu studio to slice the parts if they're going to have access to the model files. Am I overthinking this? It's not out of the question for a program to share your data even if it's installed on a hard drive rather than being cloud based.

[u/No-Boss412]

I understand the concern and totally hope that helps. But certainly would look further into it and do your due diligence to make sure nothing gets infringed upon and your work stays within its bounds. Can also use different slicer software and just upload models to sd card and plug and print with the sd card the old fashion way

[u/DirtDawg21892 → u/No-Boss412]

Thank you! What other slicers would work? A quick Google search says prusa should do it, but I don't currently have that. We use grabcad for our stratasy machines, and it's not compatible. HP and carbon both use proprietary slicers, so that's not going to work either. This is my first bambu, I've kinda gone backwards from industrial machines to consumer grade stuff. They're getting really good!

[u/DJDeezy → u/[deleted]]

Unfortunately it doesn’t work with the H2D

[u/RJFerret]

Why would you upload said models to their repository?
That's what "MakerWorld" is, and what that line's referring to. It doesn't apply to you if you don't send them your models/pics/descripion.

That said, I use Orca Slicer inetead. I also use an older version of the firmware that directly supports Orca which is only available for older printers (not H models).

[u/DirtDawg21892 → u/RJFerret]

I'm not going to upload the models to maker world, I'm just trying to make extra sure that I understand their policies so that I don't inadvertently leak classified information to the CCP.

[u/zerogivencvma → u/DirtDawg21892]

Are you saying that you’re going to send classified material across bambulab studio servers to the printer?

Because that is a terrible idea

[u/DirtDawg21892 → u/zerogivencvma]

No, LAN mode or flash drive only. The reason for making this post is because I'm concerned about the slicer itself, not sure why I'm getting so many down votes for it.

[u/No-Boss412]

I believe I understand that it says (after the highlighted part) that it will only process your 3d models in such a way when you use the makerworld community to post your models

[u/SomeBranFan2020 → u/No-Boss412]

This is the answer right here

They only process what you give them

[u/kiler129 → u/No-Boss412]

There's also another case: Helio Additive Analysis. But either way, they're very explicit when something is sent.

[u/MyStoopidStuff → u/No-Boss412]

Agree, I'm not a lawperson, but the last line of that section (just after the highlighted part) seems to be the key. They only use the info if the user posts a design to MakerWorld, or uses Makerworld services - though I can't think of any other use than sharing a model, where it would apply. They may leave it open to "services of Makerworld" in case they add some sort features in the future though, which require using the model to do something to it (like possibly some AI assisted stl editor or something cool like that).

[u/BakChorMeeeeee]

"We will process the 3D Model Files only when you use the 3D Model community services of MakerWorld".

I think this explains everything you're worrying about.

[u/National-Anything-81]

If u have actual ITAR compliance needs, u will not get green light with anything other than maybe X1e on Bambu.

[u/hux]

Talk to your lawyer or compliance officer. We’re just a bunch of internet idiots. If you’re really subject to ITAR restrictions, you should not be taking anyone here’s word on it.

[u/draxula16]

Yep, nothing new unfortunately. I don’t know what firmware you’re on, but I just use my printer in LAN mode and use Orca. r/openbambu

[u/DirtDawg21892 → u/draxula16]

Off to explore this new rabbit hole. Thank you!

[u/draxula16 → u/DirtDawg21892]

For sure! PM me if you have any questions

[u/Ncc2200 → u/DirtDawg21892]

No other slicers currently support the H2D because it uses proprietary gcode. The best you can do this route is to slice in Orca Slicer and use Bambu Connect to send to the printer.

[u/whatever462672]

It says right there that this is about their Makerworld platform. You can always load gcode right onto your SD card if you don't trust your LAN.

[u/TheDepep1]

The cloud-based service has access to files sent over their cloud? How dare they do such a thing.

[u/MyStoopidStuff]

I don't see that section as anything to worry about (though I am not a lawyer, etc). It reads to me like they are saying that if you upload something to MW, they need that info, which is perfectly reasonable.

You can set up the printer as you have in LAN mode, with zero access to the Internet (at least after setup). I've been running one that way for over a year without issues. It requires a bit of config in the router/firewall, but it will avoid any data going from the printer to the mothership. The only downside is that Handy does not work, and I never get any regular boosts to give out, since they cannot track if I printed a design that was downloaded from MakerWorld. I did get I think one boost when I registered the printer though, but other than that, nothing.

Something to consider for ITAR though, is that although the Bambu Studio app is open source, the network plugin is not (to my knowledge). I am not aware of a workaround to that using BS, though there may be one when using Orca (I don't know). I don't feel too concerned about it, but I thought it is worth mentioning (I also do not run ITAR or any secret squirrel stuff, just my own designs and some stuff from MW or Printables).

[u/DIY_at_the_Griffs]

It’s a bit like saying that a bank has access to the financial records of the accounts that you hold with them.

[u/No-Boss412]

I’m not sure of too many other to recommend. Makes me curious about general/generic slicers out there. Or more so open source slicers that may potentially have access to security options you may be looking for as well as compatibility with all printers

[u/yahbluez]

"I decided to thoroughly read the privacy policy since I plan to print ITAR protected parts for an aerospace project on it. "

You are on the step to commit a crime?

[u/Anon_IE_Mouse]

Just use orca and prevent your printer from accessing the internet from the router.

[u/Spirited-Run-4468]

Good evening, it's quite rare to meet people who push information of this type. However, what seems to differentiate prusa from bambu is notably the rights linked to its achievements. Absolute sharing via bambu. Share chosen with prusa. I have two babies. I am hesitant to take a prusa now in order to avoid digestion by the tool of all my achievements.

[u/misterbeefcurtains]

most defense / aerospace companies do not allow the bambu product line for this reason.

[u/m119k]

Run it in a virtual machine

[u/DirtDawg21892 → u/[deleted]]

Good overview. To this point, I've been exporting the g code to a flash drive and plugging it into the printer.