Bambu's P1S Combo 3D Printer Setup Keeps Me Tinkering
For over a decade, I've viewed three-dimensional printers as shop tools rather than home gadgets. Their usefulness only grows after months of trial and error, with various attachments and discarded plastic scraps. This has changed with the Bambu P1S combo.
In just under 20 minutes, this printer produced a near-perfect Benchy test model. After a few days of use, I was confident that my next print would be done by the end of the day. The P1S's ease of use and speed have streamlined my workflow, making me more productive with my prints.
While not perfect, the P1S's minor issues are easily overlooked when compared to its benefits. With a little plastic waste handling, this printer can produce many items. However, I did need to add an empty filament box behind the printer to catch the waste and prevent any messes.
The bundle that includes the multi-filament handling Automatic Material Swapper (AMS) is worth the extra cost in my opinion. The AMS has greatly simplified the process of switching between filaments and colors during printing, allowing me to print projects more efficiently.
Before using the Bambu P1S Combo, I had to batch parts by color or just print in whatever color was already loaded. Now, I can print projects in an order that makes sense for time or assembly order without worrying about switching between filaments and colors. The printer also comes with slots for desiccant to keep your filament perfectly dry.
If you choose to use Bambu filament spools, the AMS can read the chips inside and report the material and color info back to the slicer. However, I did experience some minor issues when synchronizing the filament colors and types back to the slicer.
The P1S has genuinely changed the way I approach 3D printing. Rather than wrestling with my printer or dealing with filament swaps, I can focus on creating complex projects without worrying about perfectly optimized beds or keeping stacks of filaments sealed in plastic bags. The minor software oddities and occasional plastic cleanup are easy to overlook when the rest of the process is so easy and straightforward.
Overall, the Bambu P1S Combo 3D printer is a great option for those looking for a simple 3D printing experience with some advanced features.
For over a decade, I've viewed three-dimensional printers as shop tools rather than home gadgets. Their usefulness only grows after months of trial and error, with various attachments and discarded plastic scraps. This has changed with the Bambu P1S combo.
In just under 20 minutes, this printer produced a near-perfect Benchy test model. After a few days of use, I was confident that my next print would be done by the end of the day. The P1S's ease of use and speed have streamlined my workflow, making me more productive with my prints.
While not perfect, the P1S's minor issues are easily overlooked when compared to its benefits. With a little plastic waste handling, this printer can produce many items. However, I did need to add an empty filament box behind the printer to catch the waste and prevent any messes.
The bundle that includes the multi-filament handling Automatic Material Swapper (AMS) is worth the extra cost in my opinion. The AMS has greatly simplified the process of switching between filaments and colors during printing, allowing me to print projects more efficiently.
Before using the Bambu P1S Combo, I had to batch parts by color or just print in whatever color was already loaded. Now, I can print projects in an order that makes sense for time or assembly order without worrying about switching between filaments and colors. The printer also comes with slots for desiccant to keep your filament perfectly dry.
If you choose to use Bambu filament spools, the AMS can read the chips inside and report the material and color info back to the slicer. However, I did experience some minor issues when synchronizing the filament colors and types back to the slicer.
The P1S has genuinely changed the way I approach 3D printing. Rather than wrestling with my printer or dealing with filament swaps, I can focus on creating complex projects without worrying about perfectly optimized beds or keeping stacks of filaments sealed in plastic bags. The minor software oddities and occasional plastic cleanup are easy to overlook when the rest of the process is so easy and straightforward.
Overall, the Bambu P1S Combo 3D printer is a great option for those looking for a simple 3D printing experience with some advanced features.