Bambu Lab Launches X1 Series 3D Printer

Bambu Lab unveils its X1 Series, which is ready for pre-order. Bambu Lab X1 Series dhas AI-powered automated capabilities. A Quad-core system on a chip with a dedicated 2TOPs Neural Processing Unit, matching Bambu Micro Lidar and over 40 sensors, it provides a series of automated features, including spaghetti detection, first layer inspection, automated bed leveling with dual redundancy, extrusion calibration for linear advance flow control, and active vibration compensation.

Bambu Lab X1 Series allows users to print multiple colors and materials at high speed and with smoothness. 

"There has been a difference between the public imagination of 3D printers fed by pop culture, which gives the idea of a magic box that satisfies every need in the blink of an eye, and the actual experience of using a 3D printer. Our goal is to create a state-of-the-art 3D printer that narrows that gap and makes 3D printing a true work of creativity," says Founder and CEO of Bambu Lab Dr. Ye Tao.

Bambu Lab features an Automatic Material System (AMS), which is an intelligent system that communicates with the toolhead to guarantee smooth feeding and automatic mid-print filament switching. It can detect the tension on filament and actively adjust the feeding pace. With RFID technology, Bambu Lab AMS identifies filament loaded inside and automatically configures the most appropriate print settings.

Equipped with humidity sensors and with an airtight enclosure, Bambu Lab AMS keeps the filament dry and ready to use, which is helpful for engineering grade materials such as nylon and polycarbonate, which are hydroscopic. Each Bambu Lab AMS is composed of four filament slots, and up to four AMS can be installed in parallel. With multiple filament slots at disposal, users can use snap-away support material or dissolvable filament.

Bambu Lab X1 Series uses advanced parts and thermal control. It is equipped with a 300°C all-metal hot end with a steel nozzle. The resilient steel drive gear provides filament feeding with maximum abrasion resistance. The X1 Series opens the door to a wider selection of materials, including PA, PC, PET, HIPS, PVA and TPU. The X1-Carbon, which is equipped with extra cooling and a hardened nozzle and carburized drive gear, specializes in carbon fiber and glass fiber reinforced polymers.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.