Bambu Lab A1 mini
| Bambu Lab A1 mini | |
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| Manufacturer | Bambu |
| Model | A1 mini |
| Location | 3D Printer Area |
| Team | 3D Printing |
| Induction Required | No |
| Tools: all pages • list • Power Tools • Broken tools {{}} | |
This printer was installed in the Space on 7th August, 2024.
Buying Filaments
The A1 mini takes 1.75mm filament, so choose some PLA or PETG in your favourite colour. PETG prints slightly stringy but results in a bunch stronger print. PLA will good detail and result in a clean print. Extra strength can be obtained by using carbon fibre filaments, but please check the specs to ensure that it works with a 0.4mm nozzle. You can buy genuine Bambu filament off the Bambu store, or just shop about on Amazon.
Sending jobs from your own laptop
The printer should appear in Bambu Studio under the device dropdown. If it doesn't, you may need to adjust your firewall settings.
When connecting to the printer, it will ask for a PIN code which can be found on the printer under Settings, then LAN Only. Please do not press the refresh icon as everyone will need to find the PIN code again after setting it up on their machine.
Do not register the printer to any Bambu account - please leave this in LAN Only mode.
Printing
Once the printer is configured in Bambu Studio, import your STL file and orient it to minimise overhangs. Supports can be enabled if necessary. Once done, click the Preview tab, which will slice the model. You can move up and down between the layers to ensure certain areas will provide enough strength etc. You can then click "Print plate" which will send it to the printer.
Cleaning up
Cut and eject your filament by following the instructions on the base of the printer (above the display). Ensure the print bed is free of supports and your part.