Bambu Lab A1 Must Have Mods & Upgrades

[@ElGeFe]

The A1 Combo comes with all the hardware to install the top mount from the Bambu Labs upload, no need for additional hardware.

[@mathewvanorden0623]

"Trust me its way scarier then it looks" 😂 well dam. Just got mine today and wanted to do it!!

[@bambamprint]

hahaha Ya your not the first one that pointed that out! No idea how that one got by me! lol have a great holiday!

[@calebrosenhauch4296]

I have two a1s and I’m about to get two more, I think I’m pretty knowledgeable about these printers. Every video I watch has some crazy errors in them, yours didn’t so nice job dude. Just genuinely helpful and informative, only thing is that in x1c the c stands for carbon not for combo. So you would call it the a1 combo and not the a1c, because that would mean a1 carbon

[@bambamprint]

@@calebrosenhauch4296 actually I thought the same but then people from Bambu were calling them A1C and A1C mini so I just ran with it.

[@justaderrickrosestan]

Just bought an A1… all of these look so helpful

[@bambamprint]

@@justaderrickrosestan if you need the space I would definitely print the top mount. Totally worth it

[@anthony5816]

Great video!! New to the A1 after having a Creality Ender 7. So much easier and the mods are great additions! Thanks!!

[@bambamprint]

@@anthony5816 glad I could help you out!

[@wildpat03]

Great video and exactly what I needed. Many thanks for this. I just received my A1C. My 1st mod is to build a complete mobile station for it, woodworker hobbyist here 😊. Will have space for tools, spare spools, plates, dehydrator and a low-moisture storage.

[@bambamprint]

That sounds awesome! Great to have you here! You definitely made the right choice going with the A1, you won't regret it!

[@LauraZimber]

You should definitely share your build and plans for that, sounds super interesting!

[@bambamprint]

@LauraZimber agreed 👍

[@broodjenoodles]

What does A1c mean?

[@bambamprint]

@broodjenoodles A1 with a combo ams

[@superiorpcbiz]

Before i watched this, i had already printed the top mount, the same poop bucket, hot end cable management cable, ptfe remove, xyz tools. I didnt print toolboxes, went for gridfinity instead. And had no need for a tapo camera upgrade. Id agree with your recommended prints. 👌🏻

[@bambamprint]

Great to hear!

[@christopherfugle6592]

Just fab work and plans for fixing those nagging issues. Thanks so much Nick!

[@bambamprint]

Glad you like them! Thank you for the support!

[@my3DPrintLab]

Awesome info! I have somehow missed seeing the Z-Axis stiffener for the top mount, so I've been hesitant to do that. Now I have a new project! Thanks for a great video!

[@bambamprint]

Hey you are welcome! Glad to have you here!

[@kennycharneca1]

What if I told you, that you are the best channel out there for bambu lab owners, I am just impressed with the quality of your videos.

[@bambamprint]

@@kennycharneca1 I really appreciate that comment. I do my best to give you guys a thorough video. I am humbled to have the supporter like you. 🤟

[@Yeppersss]

I recommend the z and y cable chain. Just printed it and it makes things look a lot cleaner.

[@bambamprint]

Nice! I like

[@txdarkknight]

what exactly does that do?

[@Yeppersss]

@@txdarkknight Keeps the cable movent controlled.

[@andrewkunert]

“It’s way scarier than it looks” 😂😂😂 not too encouraging my guy

[@bambamprint]

Haha ya these things happen when I try and out out a video while battling COVID for a week 😂

[@mwinner101]

A lot of solid advice in that video. I’m making a list of mods to do for when I get my A1. Thanks.

[@bambamprint]

Glad it was helpful! ☺️

[@hotfix7387]

How did you know I went out yesterday and bought an A1 Combo to add to my collection? How thoughtful of you. 🙂 All joking aside I'm really glad to see you are continuing to release high quality and detailed videos w/o a lot of fluff. I'm happy to continue to sponsor such content. 💚

[@hotfix7387]

Lord have mercy I have a lot of printing to do. 🤣🤣🤣

[@bambamprint]

hahaha I had all 4 of my printers going so I could get this video out!

[@bambamprint]

So awesome much appreciated! I had a 1 week vacation with my family then we all came home with Covid. I am sure you can tell in this video my voice was a little tired. Thank you for your continued support!

[@hotfix7387]

@@bambamprint I'm sorry you all got sick. I hope you all get through it soon and with minimal impact.

[@kevincostner8536]

Just the type of video i love! Send more! 😂 greetings from Brazil 🇧🇷

[@bambamprint]

Hey you're welcome! Glad to have you aboard!

[@TerraMp]

I think the best one for AMS Lite is a filament cover with a hygrometer. AMS Lite is not a good design because the filaments absorb all the moisture from the air, which leads to printing errors. In the P/X series this was solved excellently with a sealed AMS, but in the A1 it is exposed and this is a big problem.

[@bambamprint]

I agree with that. For me in AZ we don't have a moisture problem lol. I feel I have to spray my filament with water because they are dyeing from dryness haha

[@EndlessMike1337]

0:42 "It's way scarier than it looks" lol i think you meant something else.

[@bambamprint]

Haha maybe! I am still recovering from Covid and the brain fog is real.

[@cbela65]

Great job as always. I think the two toolbox link point to the same model. FYI

[@bambamprint]

Thanks for the info! Let me fix that!

[@virabhadra2]

Thank you, Nick, a lot for useful and fast video!

[@bambamprint]

Glad it was helpful! Happy to have you as a supporter!

[@sia_josephine]

Mine is out for delivery. I really don’t want to mount the AMS but there’s not going to be enough room on my desk for that and my other printer if I don’t. 😭 My husband told me to get another desk. 🤦🏻 Right now the only plan for it that I have is to have a backup spool for when one runs out.

[@bambamprint]

I hope that you have a fun time setting it up!

[@daver20007]

There is also the ultimate spool filament spool enclosure for the ams lite I am looking at printing And fan cover!

[@bambamprint]

Thanks for the tip. Some had suggested that one. I wasn't sure I wanted to include that as I will be doing a follow-up video down the road.

[@mitchellwilson12354]

I’ve printed the ultimate filament spool enclosure and it’s been working great for me. I use iiidmax brand spools and they just fit. The only thing that could be better is air tightness. I’m thinking about using a can of clear spray paint to help the desiccant last longer. In the future I’ll probably just add a couple solid state dehumidifiers.

[@daver20007]

@@mitchellwilson12354 I just looked them up very interesting.

[@adrianfidler1169]

I've never had a roll fall of the spool. Neither have I had the ptfe pop out of the extruder.

[@bambamprint]

Consider yourself lucky!

[@matthewhines3298]

Can you share the link to the external spool holder side mount adapter?

[@bambamprint]

I think your talking about this one? makerworld.com/en/models/146508 I knew I should have added it to the video lol.

[@matthewwells9735]

Great video, keep up the good work!

[@bambamprint]

Thank you Matt I appreciate it!

[@scottwilson8880]

near Perfect video, but, the speeded up fiddly removal of the spool arms doesnt work. I cant see exactly whats going on if you can re-do that, this would be, the best, key upgrades to a new A1 on you tube :) thanks for the time and speed to value ratio you put into this. Regards from Scotland.

[@bambamprint]

Hey I appreciate that. TBH shooting these kinds of videos are out of my comfort zone so I have been forcing myself to make more of these so that I can get better! I am already working on a follow up for this one. I appreciate the sub and the support!

[@scottwilson8880]

@@bambamprintout of your comfort zone doesn’t sound it and you get right to the point . You are Mr TL;DR of 3d printing . My A1 arrives today Bambu UK shipped it in -1 day :) all working but the poop deflector and the other stuff was needed .

[@bambamprint]

@@scottwilson8880 That's up. You will love the A1. I really am liking mine so far! Thanks for the support and kind words! Have a great week!

[@FACED2U]

This is such an on time video. Thanks!

[@Warick.Grubb.]

is there a AMS enclosure compatible with the spool locks?

[@bambamprint]

Probably not but if you have the enclosure you shouldn't need the spool locks.

[@brianl.2104]

What is A1 “C” and A Mini “C”?

[@bambamprint]

Sorry about that the C means combo meaning it has an AMS. I should have mentioned that!

[@jckf]

@@bambamprint The C in X1C means carbon, so the X1 Carbon Combo would be the X1CC with your naming. Best not to invent your own naming scheme for someone else's product.

[@bambamprint]

@@jckf hmm well that is strange to me because I literally have email conversations with Bambu Lab representatives and they are calling both the A1 combo and the A1mini combo the A1C and A1Cmini. So I dunno, I am following them.

[@fredrik6759]

This confused me as well..

[@nemezzyyzz]

@@jckfdamn, this guy took it personal haha

[@captainstress]

With the printers so close to your work desk, do the plastic fumes or noise bother you ever?

[@bambamprint]

@@captainstress no fumes ever. The A1 is very quiet and the P1Ss are a little farther and only slightly louder. Not enough to distract me from my work.

[@DionV]

The fumes will depend on personal sensitivities and the filament. PLA is supposed to be one of the least offensive, but when printing with my A1 using Bambu PLA, with the printer not quite 6 feet away, if I don't run our little air purifier full tilt I start to get a headache from the fumes. Can attest to the quietness of the A1, unless it is calibrating or doing a fast print, I hardly notice it.

[@bambamprint]

@DionV I must not have a sensitivity as I sometimes run 4 printers at a time with PETG and never experience any symptoms. But that is definitely good to know in case I do notice headaches. Appreciate the response.

[@alexcalixto9]

Excellent video! Thanks. Btw, which office desk is this one supporting the 3D printer?

[@bambamprint]

@@alexcalixto9 hey glad I could help! It's actually just a desktop slab of butcher block I picked up from Home Depot. It's a 30x60, then I just layed it on top of my 30x30 coffee table. Only temporary solution as I am planning to build a dedicated studio in my backyard next year. Most likely do video on all that if it ever happens 😂

[@SirHackaL0t.]

What’s the ‘C’ in A1C you keep mentioning?

[@bambamprint]

@@SirHackaL0t. Sorry it is combo. Meaning I have an AMS lite so it's an A1C

[@SirHackaL0t.]

@@bambamprint Ah! Makes perfect sense once you know. :)

[@haylspa]

yes the AMS Lite Enclosure mod

[@bambamprint]

I was contemplating adding that mod! I decided against it because it is definitely on the more advanced side and I didnt want to get too technical over the top mount. I will most likely include it in a follow up video. Thanks for the suggestion and SUB!

[@AceMasterEthan]

as a beginner, should i get the AMS LITE? I'm just not too sure, it would be good to have it, but it wastes too much filament!

[@bambamprint]

That totally comes down to your preference and what you plan to print. Now just because you have the AMS doesn't mean you have to use colors. It is also a great way to have backup filament of the same type in another slot so when filament runs out the AMS will kick in and reload your hotend and continue printing all with having to change out a spool. This along will save you a ton of time swapping and a ton of time when prints are just sitting on the build plate waiting for you to reload. I think this feature alone makes the AMS worth it.

[@AceMasterEthan]

@@bambamprint Thank you so much for your opinion, i am having a very though time deciding because this is my first 3d printer.

[@bambamprint]

@@AceMasterEthan trust me just get the A1C, you won't regret it. You can also get it during the sale going on right now. I have affiliate links in the description and would help me out too! 😉

[@AceMasterEthan]

@@bambamprint Thanks

[@Baroness1952]

Kindly advise the mount you show in your video for the Tappo camera. your link is not the same as what you are mounting the camera to your a1 on the cross bar. thank you

[@bambamprint]

makerworld.com/en/models/565480

[@JMLRecording]

I printed the same spool lock holders but I think you have them on backwards, no? The three prongs should point towards the spool to keep it in place I think. Great video tho my friend thank you! ❤

[@bambamprint]

You are correct, I literally noticed that after I published the video SMH lol.

[@sawcandyman]

nah, both methods are possible. look at the makerworld publication

[@andrewbrown8148]

Great video, Nick~! I'm looking at jumping on the black Friday special and getting the A1C. We'll see if I try selling my Prusa MK3S+ or just hang onto it (not sure that I will). Thanks much~!

[@bambamprint]

@@andrewbrown8148 np! If you don't then might as well wait and see what they release next year!

[@BossyNSaucy]

Curious what tapo c1110 connection you use for your p1s? I have tried 3 types and I’m not a complete fan of any so far 😆 I want one for the top glass without shadows but I’m open to trying anything as long as it’s not on the door lol

[@bambamprint]

I have the one that hangs in front of the door. I print a lot of long prints so it doesnt bother me to have to have swivel it up to open the door.

[@BossyNSaucy]

@ yeah I currently have one like that that hangs from a screen frame like the a1 you have here (which I have the same on my a1!) and my other p1 has the honeycomb riser insert. I have that for both printers but for some reason it doesn’t work well on the one p1. And I wish it would show the purge chute better, I get anxious while at my day job and not able to see if a backup is coming 🤣 I’ve had a ton of backup issues. Trying a multicolor print now with what I think is the solution… it’s an 80hr 1kg test print hahahaha

[@bambamprint]

@BossyNSaucy hahah good luck man. Let me know how It goes!

[@BossyNSaucy]

@ sure thing!! Thanks for the awesome content!

[@RG-ul7yu]

My A1 came with the hardware for it

[@bambamprint]

You're talking about the Top Mount Hardware? Wow that is pretty cool

[@MichaelIanWright]

Could you provide a link to the external spool adapter you have in the video that hangs off to the side @ 52 seconds? i am looking for one and can't find it on makerworld

[@bambamprint]

Sure thing! Here you go! makerworld.com/en/models/146508

[@jamesdunsmore6525]

I used the top mount looks good but prints dont like it apart from that a good printer

[@mikeferrer9362]

thanks for this!

[@bambamprint]

You bet! Glad to have you as a supporter!

[@c84uo5]

getting an a1 soon with esun filament so should i use the test filament to print an adapter? (i really want a lil benchy thoughh 😭)

[@bambamprint]

Are you talking about the Top Mount Mod? You will need a lot more than the small sample they send you. I would purchase at least 5kg of filament. Also PETG is what I print with 90% of the time. PLA is better for little toys and colors.

[@c84uo5]

@@bambamprint i meant to fit the esun roll onto the a1, i wont be getting the ams lite. (the circle with swirly flaps on the outside)

[@jeanlucmartin2473]

thanks bro !

[@bambamprint]

@@jeanlucmartin2473 you're welcome! 😁

[@grayj316]

Is there a link to the mods

[@bambamprint]

Yes I included everything in the description.

[@grayj316]

You are the best

[@yuriflynn2477]

The upright top mount is way easier to change filaments on the Ams

[@bambamprint]

Thanks for the comment, I am going to be printing that shortly! :D

[@dagoelius]

The camera and light is the only let down to the A1.

[@bambamprint]

Yep I will have a follow which will touch on the light situation.

[@troywalker8078]

A1C ????

[@jayez2007]

Combo

[@gauravmehta2475]

Life saver

[@bambamprint]

You're very welcome! I would like to invite you to subscribe if you haven't already! I have a ton of new content on the way!

[@SnappyDuck]

Putting the ams on top of the printer is always a dodgy game

[@bambamprint]

I can definitely agree with that. Especially without the spool locks! Hey if Bambu supports it then I am good with that.

[@TheMovieLoft]

Way scarier than it looks? Should it not be - looks way scarier than it is

[@bambamprint]

I can 100% agree to that! This is what happens when I am still under the weather and tend to get my wording incorrect. :(

[@TheMovieLoft]

@@bambamprint all good just pulling ur leg

[@sethl8905]

MUST HAVE! *screw hole covers?

[@bambamprint]

Bro that was more of an addon for aesthetics. I never counted it on my list.

[@ShakuNoShana]

Poop Bucket is way too small. WAY too small. You can´t even print overnight a multi color print with this tiny small thing :)

[@bambamprint]

haha your right, I don't multi color print. I mention this in the video and suggest a full size if you do. I have done a few multi color prints and it i enough. Maybe if I'm printing a ginger bread house it would be an issue lol

[@kinanhloubi1935]

too many useless mods...

[@bambamprint]

:(

[@kinanhloubi1935]

@ nothing against you man its just annoying with these whole mode and upgrades.. where i just find most of them are useless and not really worth the time to pimp the printer, instead would be better content to show some cool designs that inspires people to do something cool.

[@bambamprint]

@@kinanhloubi1935 I have quite a bit of these types of videos you could take a look at. However I just published my A1mini Mods video and I feel that once I installed the top mount mod that the stiffener bracket was a must need print. The Mini is so small that I was concerned that I could tip backwards. With the stiffener bracket installed it made it much more stable.

[@pesto12601]

lol.. while I like the ingenuity of these prints.. all these "stress reduction" mods are just plain silly... its a $200 printer... if something like a tube breaks or "stresses" 3 years from now.. just buy the newest model (which you will probably do 3 years from now anyway). I think folks like to just print stuff that seems useful but really doesn't matter much at the end of the day.

[@bambamprint]

While you are partially correct, I definitely needed the top mount. As far as the A1 being $200 I would love to know where you got an A1C for $200! Show me the way! lol

[@AndrewLakebrink-cz2vl]

PTFE tubes can be replaced pretty easily, but the stress relief is more important for the power and communication cables. Not going to be as easy to replace those, and the print is much cheaper than $300-400.

[@creed2470]

200$? you must be smoking the good stuff or found a knockoff. where has it ever been sold for over half off hahah

[@pesto12601]

@@creed2470 Its $299 right now... and the a1mini is $199 which is basically the same thing except a bit smaller - so not smoking anything really.. just off a little bit

[@creed2470]

@@pesto12601 it's 3.5 inches smaller in each direction on the build plate.... much smaller of a printer with a completely different construction.....

[@glenncol]

What is the A1C?

[@bambamprint]

The A1 combo meaning it has an AMS.

[@Blksrviolent]

If your finger dosent fit use a what??????

[@bambamprint]

finger fit where? lol

[@Baroness1952]

Kindly advise the mount you show in your video for the Tappo camera. your link is not the same as what you are mounting the camera to your a1 on the cross bar. thank you

[@bambamprint]

This one? makerworld.com/en/models/565480