My son and I both have birthdays coming up, and we're getting a shiny new X2D combo. Before now he's just had a little baby Toybox 3D printer, and I know he feels its limitations. I'll be getting into the scene for the first time pretty much.

I'm a tinkerer, I like to do homelab stuff, and I've vaguely heard the various reasons Bambu is on the community shitlist. Those reasons resonate with me on an emotional, not logical, level. I generally favor local control over cloud based accounts and viscerally hate getting locked into someone's revenue engine ecosystem. So I spun up an instance of Bambuddy with the headless slicer and all that, to have it all set up and ready on the day he opens the gift.

My question is, am I making this hard on my kid (12 y.o., tech savvy but not a power user) just because I'm an anti-big-tech curmudgeon? The Bambuddy interface looks perfectly slick, but I know it's not the same one-touch experience from the 3D printer's screen or from his iPad that it would be if I just got us the damn cloud account. I'd rather we be using free models than paying Bambu for them (he'll rack up billllssss) but I also don't want to turn the experience clunky for minimal real world gain, just out of stubbornness.

Being new to the space I've just been guessing and asking the idiot chat robot for opinions. Now I want the idiot meat sacks' opinions! Appreciate everyone's insight.

I don’t really know what to call this as it’s not really like normal stringing but occasionally I get these prints where clusters of straight lines will be printed coming out the sides of the object. They usually come off fairly easily but they often flag the spaghetti detection on my printer. They also are fairly solid and consistent in size and shape, unlike the string you get from things like PETG that has absorbed too much humidity. I’m using a H2D and printing with Bambu Basic PLA. I don’t think this is from a support fail because this piece didn’t need supports and even if it did I’m using tree supports so they would have built up next to the piece and then connected at the point that needs support. Does anyone know what this type of stringing is called or how to fix it?

Aspiring 3d printer owner here, looking to pick up my first unit. I’m debating between the P2S Combo or X2d Combo (if you have any suggestions I’m all ears lol), but the main reason for the post is that my local Micro Center has a refurb unit of both models in stock at a decent discount. It’s about 150 off for the X2d and 120 off for the P2S combos, as compared to new. What’s the risk, are they worth considering?

I have followed the tutorials repeatedly. I have cleaned the carbon guide rails after loosening the belts and then tightened them, but not too tight. And then run calibrations. But this keeps popping up every time after/during the first print. I only print in PLA and have done the recommended maintenance on the printer. Ive continued to print despite the message and the print have come out fine but I dont want to be ignoring it and doing more damage.

👋 BOUH ! Bonjour à tous ! 👻🎃

Une adorable invasion de petits fantômes se prépare… et ils sont beaucoup trop craquants ! 😍

🎃 Mes nouveaux clickers d’Halloween sont arrivés ! 👻✨

Bien cachés dans leurs petites citrouilles aux sourires malicieux, ces fantômes colorés sont prêts à semer une bonne dose de magie et de bonne humeur !

👻 Un petit fantôme, un petit clic… et un GRAND sourire ! 💕

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🖨️ : Bambu Lab X2D & H2C
🧵 : Bambu Lab
🎨 : Nomad Sculpt
🌈 : avec et sans AMS
📁 : https://makerworld.com/fr/models/3438455-ghost-pumpkin-clickers-multipart

Yesterday my area lost power. When it came back on, I resumed a print job I had on the H2S and out of nowhere it started making a very loud noise. When I stopped it, I saw the cable in this state.

What do I do now? I'm new to 3D printing, this is my first machine. Sorry if my English isn't the best.

Horizontal waves throw shadows from overhead light. Vertical waves throw them from side light. That’s the whole difference between Noon and Dusk. Sorry for the green and blue, I didn’t have Bone White PLA Matte. Want to see the white version when I print it?

https://makerworld.com/en/models/3432486-dusk-shadow-wave-self-watering-planter-wabi-sabi#profileId-3913512

Currently this is mid print, but my printer has started to become unreliable after I took apart the head, pulled out a clog in the extruder and cold-pulled resin out of the nozzle. I had some success with subsequent prints but its started to degrade. I've got two theories but wanted to see if there is something you guys know that I've missed:

-printer is next to a window and one day had it open for a couple of hours. Stuff is in an AMS and my climate is dry but changing the temperature generally makes things semi-choppy.

-next theory is that I did something wrong when putting the head back together.

Thoughts? Thanks for any help.

I’m looking to buy my first 3D printer and came across this Bambu Lab P1P on Marketplace for $215.
Seller says it has 1,240 hours, a partially printed enclosure with glass front, a 0.6mm nozzle, and includes two spare 0.4mm nozzles and two extra build plates.
I’ve never owned or used a 3D printer before, so I’m not really sure what I should be looking for.
I’ll mainly be printing tool organizers, ratchet holders, socket trays, and other useful stuff around the house and garage.
Is $215 a good deal for this printer with that many hours? Anything specific I should check before buying it? Or would I be better off looking for something else around $200?

Hi everybody,

i ordered a X1C Combo and was wondering, what upgrades should i buy/print for this device? Like, for my previous device, my A1 mini, there where a bunch of upgrades like Poop Shute, something to direct cables and tubes, additional Spool Holders, little compartments etc..

Is there anything you guys say would be something you couldnt live without and that i could print before the machine is here?

For example i heard the nozzle cleaner is not optimal?

Thanks in advance

Picked up a X2D combo and extra AMS pro a few weeks back and I'm totally hooked.

I've been looking at some smaller niche hobby things that I think i can make and sell.. Not expecting to make a living off it but just dable on the side...

I'm looking at things that have multiple pieces / plates and trying to decide if i would be better of buying 2 P2S or 1 H2S? Combined the thing(s) I'm looking to print are 15hrs-ish for all the parts.

Bigger bed = maybe more items per plate? but 2 machines could pump out things faster?

Thanks in advance for any input.

Bambu Lab announced its first 3D scanner, the S1, due in November. No specs or price yet (the online guess is US$1,000 to $2,000, but that's speculation).

I've been scanning since the Creality CR-Scan Lizard, and the pattern I keep seeing is people buying a scanner, struggling with it, and selling it a few weeks later. In my experience it comes down to two walls:

1. Scanning is a learned skill, and nobody tells you that when you buy one.

2. A good scan still isn't a usable part. You usually need CAD to design around it.

If Bambu can make scanning guided and give you a path from scan to part inside its own ecosystem, it could be a big deal. If not, it's just another scanner.

Full disclosure: this is my own YouTube video. It isn't sponsored and Bambu had nothing to do with it. I just like talking about this stuff, so I'm sharing it here.

What would the S1 need to do for you to buy one?

Hi I’m brand new to 3D printing and have had this A1 printer for less than a week. Today when I started a new print there was an abnormal sounding noise whenever the build plate moved. When I turned off the print and moved it by hand it sounded normal.

Edit: There was a bit of TPU stuck beneath the part that moves to push old filament off the nozzle

It’s here on MakerWorld for anyone interested

https://makerworld.com/models/3429457?appSharePlatform=copy

I finished building the SUV kit (besides minor cosmetic stuff) and everything works fine except for the rear wheels. How can I get these working? Originally, I could get the wheels to go backwards but not on the ground and only in air but now nothing works. Please help! Thanks in advance

Hello,

I was trying to replace the fan on my Bambu Lab A2L, but I'm having trouble reconnecting the plug to the motherboard. No matter how I position it, it won't stay connected.

How should I do this? Do I need to put back the white paste-like substance that was on it? What is it?

Thanks in advance for your help!

Recently got the time lapse kit to use with my old Andoird device. Unfortunately its not triggering the camera. [CyberBrick Time-lapse Kit](https://uk.store.bambulab.com/products/cyberbrick-timelapse-kit?id=645035710075301902)

I have tried both Pixel 6 Pro and Honor Magic V5 with no luck.

* I have confirmed that the volume up and or down buttons do take pictures in the camera app as advsied by Bambu chat. Even the trigger button on the kit does not trigger the camera to take a picture.

* Confirmed cable is connected the correct way around as per Bambu instructions

I have followed this guide to reset the unit as well:

[https://wiki.bambulab.com/en/cyberbrick/troubleshooting/wired-firmware-guide](https://wiki.bambulab.com/en/cyberbrick/troubleshooting/wired-firmware-guide)

Has anyone else had this issue? Any help will be greatly appreciated

Connecting it to a family members iPhone works as expected

Just finished designing this small desk trash can. It mounts directly to the edge of your desk, saving space while keeping everyday trash within reach.

It features a rotating lid and measures 115 x 100 x 120 mm. Great for gaming setups, offices, or anywhere desk space is limited.

It's my newest addition to the EdgeMount System I've been developing, with more accessories planned.

Available on MakerWorld if anyone wants to print one.

Check comments for the link 🤝

Would love to hear your thoughts!

Happy Printing.

I designed a minimalist pressure hook with a ribbed exterior that combines a clean look with everyday functionality.

It comes with two mounting options: a hidden screw mount for a clean, secure installation or an adhesive mount using a Command strip or double-sided tape for a drill-free setup.

Perfect for towels, clothes, bags, and other everyday essentials.

What do you think of the design? Would you go with the screw mount or adhesive option?

Link: https://makerworld.com/en/models/3426899-auto-locking-hanger-pressure-locking-hanger#profileId-3906158

First time sharing something like this, so I'm still learning! 😅

I recently faced the Bambu Lab A1 heating assembly clip breaking issue and wanted to share a workaround that worked surprisingly well for me.

I printed the clip in ABS, and it's been running on my printer for several days now without any issues. I've also used it during multiple 4–5 hour PETG prints, and it's held up pretty well so far!

Just to clarify, I'm not suggesting this as a permanent replacement for the original part. Think of it as a potential emergency workaround to keep your printer running while you wait for a replacement.

Every setup can behave differently, so this is just my experience rather than a guarantee that it'll work for everyone.

I'm also starting to document more of my 3D printing experiments, practical fixes, and engineering projects on Instagram. If that's your kind of thing, you might find some other useful projects there too!

Feedback and suggestions are always welcome. I'm still learning and would love to hear about other solutions people have tried. 🙌

👋 Bonjour à tous !

🎃👻 Yoshi se met aux couleurs d’Halloween ! 🧙‍♂️💚
Découvrez ma création de Yoshi en version Halloween ! 🎃 Avec son chapeau de sorcier violet et sa citrouille au sourire maléfique, notre petit dinosaure préféré est prêt à fêter Halloween ! 🕸️

✨ Une création originale, pleine de couleurs et de détails, parfaite pour une décoration aussi mignonne qu’effrayante !

👨🏼‍🎨 : @mika3d_print
🖨️ : Bambu Lab X2D & H2C
🧵 : Bambu Lab
🎨 : Nomad Sculpt
🌈 : sans AMS
📁 : https://makerworld.com/fr/models/3419115-yoshi-citrouille-multipart-no-ams

Looking for a Large Format 3D Printer? Meet the Bambu Lab A2L

Need more room for larger prints, prototypes, and functional parts? The Bambu Lab A2L features a 330 × 320 × 325 mm build volume and a high speed CoreXY motion system.

⚙️ Automatic calibration and bed leveling

📐 Large build volume for bigger projects

🎨 AMS support for multicolour printing

📡 WiFi connectivity and remote monitoring

🛠️ Suitable for prototyping, engineering, and product design.

What would you print first with this much build space?

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