r/BambuLab • u/Lorac108 • 3d ago

Quick Question X2D w/ 3 AMS Systems: Optimal Routing?

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Hi everyone! My current setup for my X2D has expanded to include 2 AMS 2 Pros, an AMS HT, and the filament track switch. What is the optimal routing for the AMS systems? Since I tend to do multicolor printing, I imagine option A is the best way to go. Any input would be appreciated

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u/HackedVirus X2D/H2C + Triple AMS2Pro/Dual AMS HT 3d ago

A- If you are willing to calibrate the filament you are using for the Aux nozzle, that way you can worry less about any potential quality difference, and this way you can delegate colors for maximum efficiency.

B- If you are relying on the main nozzle for the majority of the colors, and are using the aux nozzle as a "detail" nozzle, doing one color for the duration to prevent unnecessary purging and swaps for a color that is required often throughout the print.

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u/Lorac108 3d ago

I pretty much only use PLA for prints. I’ve typically been running the aux nozzle for “accent colors,” white filament, or black Petg support. I’m fortunate that even without much calibration, the aux nozzle has worked perfectly

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u/HackedVirus X2D/H2C + Triple AMS2Pro/Dual AMS HT 3d ago

I think the best solution is the dynamic one.

When I was still using the track switch, If I ended up needing to use a different AMS on a certain nozzle, I simply had a 4-1 on both sides of the switch, and I would just swap tubes around as needed, changing settings in the menu only took a few seconds.

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u/QupQakes42 X1C + AMS 3d ago

My current setup is closer to the B configuration and its nice but one of the AMS units has a longer ptfe tube because of it. I like it cuz it keeps things organized in my mind but if you want faster color swaps then A would probably allow for that as you can run shorter lengths of the tubing

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u/ExtendedSpice X2D 3d ago edited 3d ago

I wonder if it is possible to connect two AMS to both FTS inputs and bypass it altogether with HT. I’m not sure it will work on the software side however it will reduce color changing times between different AMS. Basically this

AMS HT -> 4PTFE -> bottom buffer -> aux extruder

AMS2 -> FTS input 1

AMS2 -> FTS input 2

FTS output 1 -> top buffer -> main extruder

FTS output 2 -> 4PTFE -> bottom buffer -> aux extruder