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3d Printing
Posted on 4/1/24 at 11:37 am
Posted on 4/1/24 at 11:37 am
Anyone here into 3D printing?
I'm looking to buy my 1st 3D FDM printer and wondering about other's experiences. I'm specifically looking at Bambu's P1S or X1C.
My biggest "concern" is learning to use the 3D software, old dog learning new tricks and all...
I'm looking to buy my 1st 3D FDM printer and wondering about other's experiences. I'm specifically looking at Bambu's P1S or X1C.
My biggest "concern" is learning to use the 3D software, old dog learning new tricks and all...
This post was edited on 4/1/24 at 11:38 am
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Posted on 4/1/24 at 11:46 am to Chromdome35
I have an Ender 3 and have had my eye on the P1S so I can focus more on printing and not tinkering with the machine. A lot of people say the lidar on X1C isn't worth the additional cost versus buying the P1S, but I can't say for sure. With the Bambo printers the main learning curve would probably be learning 3d modeling. Cheaper printers have the additional complexity of learning how to tinker with the machine to get it right. With time and some youtube tutorials you should be able to figure out the 3d modeling software. I use the free version of Fusion360.
Posted on 4/1/24 at 11:59 am to Fat Batman
Thanks for the feedback! I have watched hours of video on them all and the Bambu line has a solid rep for just working with a minimum of hassle. That appeals to me so I can spend my time learning the software side.
Do you use yours a lot? My first goal is to print organizational stuff for my office and workshop.
Do you use yours a lot? My first goal is to print organizational stuff for my office and workshop.
Posted on 4/1/24 at 12:58 pm to Chromdome35
I seem to use it more in spurts pending working on something else. for instance i use it mostly for printing single use tools, jigs, enclosures/boxes/panels for electronics projects, tool organization, basically any one off or specialized plastic thing that would be useful that I either cant otherwise obtain for cheap or need in a pinch. for instance, most recently i needed to cut a certain size hole in something. instead of buying a hole saw in a size that i would likely rarely use again and have to wait for it to arrive, i just printed a jig for my router to cut the hole the exact diameter i needed.
This post was edited on 4/1/24 at 1:01 pm
Posted on 4/1/24 at 1:35 pm to Fat Batman
I have a few Bambus. Recently moved away from Prusas. Highly recommend them. Cut a lot of the tinkering/printing parts for the printer and got me back into print farming. Parts are cheap and I can go get them at Microcenter too.
What is your end goal with the printer?
Are you just making toys and knick knacks or do you want to print with "engineering" materials?
You can get the hardened gears and such for the P1S if you want to upgrade later, but the differences between the two are not huge. The bed on the X1C is higher wattage for polycarbonates. If you are just tinkering with PLA for the most part, P1S would be the right call.
As far as 3D printing software, there are lots of training courses on youtube to learn how to use them. If your end goal is to make useful parts, something like Fusion 360 is a really good way to go and more CAD based. If you want more artistic designs, I highly recommend learning Blender from the start and skip shite like tinkercad. It's a huge learning curve, but once you start figuring out the shortcuts and such, you will be a much more capable designer.
What is your end goal with the printer?
Are you just making toys and knick knacks or do you want to print with "engineering" materials?
You can get the hardened gears and such for the P1S if you want to upgrade later, but the differences between the two are not huge. The bed on the X1C is higher wattage for polycarbonates. If you are just tinkering with PLA for the most part, P1S would be the right call.
As far as 3D printing software, there are lots of training courses on youtube to learn how to use them. If your end goal is to make useful parts, something like Fusion 360 is a really good way to go and more CAD based. If you want more artistic designs, I highly recommend learning Blender from the start and skip shite like tinkercad. It's a huge learning curve, but once you start figuring out the shortcuts and such, you will be a much more capable designer.
This post was edited on 4/1/24 at 1:46 pm
Posted on 4/1/24 at 3:42 pm to Dam Guide
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What is your end goal with the printer?
To start, I want to learn; however, I have some ideas for things in a fairly niche market that I might try to make a go of.
I appreciate your feedback!
Posted on 4/1/24 at 4:42 pm to Chromdome35
I have a Bambu and Creality. Love them both but the Bambu is just so convenient
Posted on 4/1/24 at 7:16 pm to Chromdome35
I have a Bambu X1C. Probably about to buy another one. Came from an ender and it’s a huge difference.
AMS is great even if you don’t use it for different colors and materials. Can load 4 spools of same filament and it will automatically move to next spool when you run out of filament.
AMS is great even if you don’t use it for different colors and materials. Can load 4 spools of same filament and it will automatically move to next spool when you run out of filament.
This post was edited on 4/1/24 at 7:17 pm
Posted on 4/2/24 at 7:52 am to Chromdome35
Yes, I have 9. They all now collect dust. I used to build my own but I will say the Ender 3 is my go to machine when I need prints. It's decent for the price and you learn the basics without spending a fortune.
For software you can use TinkerCAD, FreeCAD, AutoCAd, Blender, etc.
For software you can use TinkerCAD, FreeCAD, AutoCAd, Blender, etc.
Posted on 4/2/24 at 8:25 am to DJNOS1978
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For software you can use TinkerCAD, FreeCAD, AutoCAd, Blender, etc.
Autodesk's Fusion 360 has a free "hobbyist" license. gotta google it to find it though.
Posted on 4/2/24 at 1:17 pm to DJNOS1978
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Yes, I have 9. They all now collect dust.
What pulled you away from 3D printing?
Posted on 4/2/24 at 1:18 pm to CP3
I put in an order for an X1C today. Can't wait to get it.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 10:48 pm to Chromdome35
I got my X1C on Friday and made my first prints on Friday evening. Since then, it has been printing constantly.
I started with a benchy, and then began printing printer accessories such as a poop chute, filament clips, desiccant holders, and a scraper. Not one single misprint or issue...all have printed perfectly
I know I'm having beginner's luck, but I will ride it as long as I can.
I started with a benchy, and then began printing printer accessories such as a poop chute, filament clips, desiccant holders, and a scraper. Not one single misprint or issue...all have printed perfectly
I know I'm having beginner's luck, but I will ride it as long as I can.
This post was edited on 4/6/24 at 10:49 pm
Posted on 4/8/24 at 9:13 am to Chromdome35
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I know I'm having beginner's luck, but I will ride it as long as I can.
Just the way this printer mostly works.
Do not join the list, the nozzle wipe tab on all the build plates is for you guessed it, wiping the nozzle and will wear and show scraping.
Posted on 4/8/24 at 5:55 pm to Dam Guide
Not sure what you mean by "Do not join the list", what list?
Posted on 4/8/24 at 9:08 pm to Chromdome35
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Not sure what you mean by "Do not join the list", what list?
There is a really long list of threads going on Reddit where people that don't bother to learn much about these printers or even try to search for the answer that buy them and then post a picture of the nozzle causing wear on the the nozzle wipe tab and ask why their build plate is being damaged. It has to be easily the most asked question when asking support questions about Bambu printers.
This post was edited on 4/8/24 at 9:10 pm
Posted on 4/9/24 at 5:45 am to Chromdome35
The fact that I was manufacturing them as a business and it's too much work for the return. Since then I have focused on YouTube and other social media accounts. Altogether I have over 2M followers. 700K YT, 1.3M TikTok, 41K Facebook, 33K Instagram, 31K Clapper, 75K Snapchat. I made way more money on doing videos that making anything.
Posted on 4/9/24 at 7:49 am to DJNOS1978
What is your YT channel? I would like to check it out
Posted on 4/9/24 at 7:50 am to Chromdome35
Doctor NOS
Posted on 4/9/24 at 8:05 am to DJNOS1978
You have a cool channel breh 
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