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3-D Printing Essentials
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items Whether you are new to 3-D Printing, or if you are an experienced printer just looking for some new recommendations, here are all of our 3-D printing must-haves! We have done the guinea pig testing for you, so here is everything you need to get start...
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Printer
What 3D printer is right for you? Here are a couple recommendations for your printer and printer add-ons to get you going!
Whether you are a beginner or you are familiar with 3D printing, the P2S is a great machine! This one in particular comes with the included AMS, which allows you to use up to 4 colors in one print! I am a big fan of Bambu's app, and how many things a...
Bambu Lab P2S AMS Combo 3D Printer Gray
Whether you are a beginner or you are familiar with 3D printing, the P2S is a great machine! This is the machine WITHOUT the AMS – if you plan to print multiple colors/filaments at once, I would highly recommend considering the AMS combo option. I am...
Buy Bambu Lab P2S: Multi-filament 3D Printer WITHOUT AMS
If you are familiar with printing and are ready to launch into a high-grade printer, the H2C is the best of the best. With all of the great features and user friendly aspects of Bambu's lower level printers, but with the ability to do more!
Bambu Lab H2C AMS Combo 3D Printer Gray
You can use multiple AMS with one machine, allowing you to use as many colors/filaments as your heart desires!
AMS 2 Pro Auto Filament System for Bambu Lab
Filament
What filament works best? These are the filaments that we have tried that work the best with the recommended machines.
Everyone needs black filament! This one in particular is their basic filament, so it has a little bit of a shine versus being matte or looking metallic. Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, and PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PLA Basic Filament Black
Everyone needs white filament! This one in particular is their basic filament, so it has a little bit of a shine versus being matte or looking metallic. Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, and PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PLA Basic Filament Jade White
Everyone needs grey filament! This one in particular is their basic filament, so it has a little bit of a shine versus being matte or looking metallic. Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, and PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PLA Basic Filament Gray
This is blue in their basic filament, so it has a little bit of a shine versus being matte or looking metallic. Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, and PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PLA Basic Filament Blue
This is red in their basic filament, so it has a little bit of a shine versus being matte or looking metallic. Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, and PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PLA Basic Filament Red
This is orange in their basic filament, so it has a little bit of a shine versus being matte or looking metallic. Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, and PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab - 1.75mm PLA Basic Filament - Orange
This is yellow in their basic filament, so it has a little bit of a shine versus being matte or looking metallic. Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, and PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PLA Basic Filament Yellow
This is green in their basic filament, so it has a little bit of a shine versus being matte or looking metallic. Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, and PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PLA Basic Filament Bambu Green
If you are needing a flat/matte white filament, this is the key! Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab 1 75mm PLA Matte Filament Ivory WhiteCZTZV9Z72Z
If you are needing a flat/matte black matte filament, this is the key! Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, PLA is a great material for most projects.
Best Buy Bambu Lab 1 75mm PLA Matte Filament Charcoal CZTZV9Z726
Glow in the dark blue filament! Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PLA Glow Filament Glow Blue
This is a metallic gold, however it is not as shiny as Silk. Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, and PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PLA Metal Filament Iridium Gold Metallic
If you are looking for a wood-like finish, this is a great option. Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PLA Wood Filament Rosewood
If you are looking for a shiny, silver, metallic finish, you need Silk. Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PLA Silk+ Filament Silver
If you are looking for a shiny, metallic finish, you need Silk. This dual-color filament gives a beautiful gradient in your print. Bambu's filaments work best with their printer, PLA is a great material for most projects.
Bambu Lab - 1.75mm PLA Silk Dual Color Filament
If you are needing a stronger print in matte black that can withstand temperature, friction, or mechanical stress, PETG is a great contender. This filament is a high flow filament, allowing fast printing speed while maintaining a matte finish.
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PETG HF Filament Black
If you are needing a stronger print in matte white that can withstand temperature, friction, or mechanical stress, PETG is a great contender. This filament is a high flow filament, allowing fast printing speed while maintaining a matte finish.
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PETG HF Filament White
If you are needing a stronger print in a translucent material that can withstand temperature, friction, or mechanical stress, PETG is a great contender. Although it is not completely clear, we enjoy using this filament for translucent projects like s...
Bambu Lab 1.75mm PETG Translucent Filament Clear
Tools
Don't get caught without the tools you need! These are the things we regularly need in the middle of a print. It is always best to be prepared!
Tools are essential for printing. Whether your print is adhered to your bed, or you need to remove supports, this is a great kit to cover a variety of scenarios.
68Pcs 3D Printer Tools Kit with Case - Deburring, Scrapers, Files, Brushes, Drill, Tweezers for Bambu Lab, Ender 3, Kobra
These are 0.8" magnets. Several prints can require magnets, so it is better to keep them on hand! These come with adhesive already applied, so you press them where you need them and keep moving!
Sticky Flexible Adhesive Magnets 0.8x0.08in 120pcs
These are 0.4" magnets. Several prints can require magnets, so it is better to keep them on hand! These come with adhesive already applied, so you press them where you need them and keep moving!
Sticky Flexible Adhesive Magnets 0.4x0.08in 150pcs
If you do not have an AMS to allow you to print multiple colors at the same time, or if you do have an AMS but plan to use more than 4 colors, or if you are making a large print, you will end up needing glue. This is a great option!
3D Printing Super Glue Liquid 1.75 oz
If you are going to be spooling your own filament, this is a replacement spool.
Bambu Lab AMS Reusable Filament Spool
Some prints will require a lighting attachment. What you need will depend on your print, but here are some great options!
3D Printer Light Kit for Bambu Lab LED
Some prints will require a lighting attachment. What you need will depend on your print, but here are some great options!
3D Printer Light Kit for Bambu Lab LED