Bambu Lab entered the 3D printing scene just two years ago and has since managed to 3D print consumers on its head. From the high end X1 Carbon Go to the base A1 mini combinationBambu Lab managed to create some The best 3D printer You can purchase within each price range. The latest version is beyond what they have done before, not only giving us another incremental upgrade. I’ve been spending a few weeks on this 3D printer and while I’m not ready for a full review, I can tell you that I like what I’ve seen so far.
Bambu Lab’s latest printer is called H2D, and it’s more than just a 3D printer. They call it a “multi-functional manufacturing center” because it can not only do 3D printing. With the right accessories you can use it as a laser engraver or even as a vinyl cutter similar to Cricut. Bambu Lab says it can provide “full manufacturing capabilities” through a unified hardware architecture. Can a 3-in-1 machine become a good Jack for all transactions? So far, probably that.
3D printer
As you can imagine, H2D is a good 3D printer. It might even be great. The few weeks I’ve used it, it has produced a lot of great prints with zero failures. From Fotis Mint You can see the wonderful printing here – although I used too high a layer height – the impressive 325 x 320 x 325mm build area gives me a lot of play space. Overall, H2D is huge in both building areas and footprint, so be prepared for its large workbench. That being said, it theoretically replaces several machines, such as a love laser engraver or vinyl cutter, so you may end up saving some space.
H2D goes beyond everything that happened before the double nozzle setup. I always hesitate about the double nozzles because one often gets in the way of the other, but Bambu Lab thinks of that. The nozzle moves up and down and is covered by dripping when not in use. The advantage of dual nozzles is the ability to use different filaments at different temperatures, which was difficult for previous Bambu Lab Color Systems to do. I’ve been using an AMS 2 color system on one nozzle and using support materials on the second nozzle, but you can easily use it to print five colors, or if you buy another AMS 2 or use an AMS 1 you already have, up to eight colors, no problem.
It’s fun to watch the nozzle move around.
The new AMS has also been upgraded. Now, it includes environmental controls that can help maintain silk by keeping it dry and moisture. I haven’t tried some of this yet, but from my limited tests it can actually be used to feed the filaments. I also used the fifth nozzle to print the support of PETG using PLA in AMS 2, and it’s like charm. I think I hope to play with the 3D printing part in the next few weeks. Bambu Lab also created a specific slot for using TPUs, as AMS has been working hard all the time throughout history. This is a nice addition to suggesting the idea of getting into this new machine.
My only 3D printing problem is not the real 3D printer itself, but if you use laser modules like a 3D printer, how much maintenance is required. It will require ongoing care and cleaning to remain 100% as dust, smoke and debris may interfere with the oiled portion of the H2D. That being said, H2D is built from scratch to drive as many extraction and filtering systems as possible.
If all you want to H2D is its 3D printing feature, you can buy it from March 25 with AMS 2 $2,200. As far as I know, this is a good successor to X1 Carbon, with the extra size and extra nozzle making it a force that cannot be ignored.
Vinyl cutters
The cutting machine is a bit slow, but accurate.
Honestly, I didn’t expect vinyl cutters to become part of H2D. I know it has a laser engraver, and I think H2D would use it to cut vinyl, but no, there is a completely separate module designed for cutting, with a metal cutting pad on the soft grip side and hard grip side. I was surprised at the accuracy of tool cutting and when I didn’t want to pull it out I could see myself using it to make small projects Cricut Cutter I have. It even has a pen adapter for drawing and art projects.
Having three machines in one place can help, especially if you have limited space. Although the H2D vinyl cutter is smaller and slower than the current crops of Cricut machines, it eliminates what you need if you don’t plan on using it for large batches of products. The cutting module is only available in a 10W laser combination of $2,800, and the 40W price is $3,500, but I’m sure it can also be purchased as a standalone.
Laser Cutter
Both the 10W and 40W lasers perform well. The only real difference is how fast they do it. 40W is significantly faster in every aspect of the laser, especially when cutting the material instead of engraving. H2D makes switching modules very easy. You don’t need to remove the 3D printhead, just slide the laser to the front of the tool head. The machine identifies which module is connected and requires you to run the settings. Once you’ve done this, you’re ready.
I’ve cut through the wood and carved it in H2D on leather and stainless steel, and although my tests are not complete yet, I think the laser is as good as any amateur laser. Like a machine Glowforge Aura or XTOOL F1 It’s easy to be replaced by lasers on H2D, keeping all your production needs in one place. The extraction works great, with plenty of filters and fans to ensure a lot of debris and smoke is pulled away from the machine. There is even a built-in air assist system to ensure your cutouts are sharp and less prone to getting angry.
The H2D laser combination kit comes in two flavors, namely the 10W and 40W versions, including the cutting tray, the emergency stop button and the cutting module. As an additional addition, a portable air filter is available as an optional additional. Jumping from a 10W laser to a 40W bump seems to have a $700 bump, which seems to be too much, but the items you want to deal with will determine what features you need. If you want to cut the material, 40W is your best choice. If you only carve, the 10W will work fine.
First impression
Overall, H2D is a good addition to the BAMBU Pantheon. As a 3D printer, that’s what people have been asking for. It’s bigger, faster than ever, and has more printing options. I can see that the basic 3D printing combination is very popular without any other making ringtones and whistles.
Despite other companies’ success with this type of machine, the popularity of all optional extra features is difficult to measure. I can see people using this 3-in-1 tool to simplify their workshops, especially when you are doing math. The 10W laser combination costs $2,800, but it can be replaced with three separate machines, which cost much more. I love what I’ve seen in H2D so far and I’m looking forward to a full review on paper over the next few weeks.
H2D with AMS2 is now available with laser combinations and standalone printers available for shipping in April and June respectively.
