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Bambu Labs A1 3D printer review

Easy to use

With simple and intuitive UI, the 3.5 inch IPS touchscreen makes the operation as smooth as a smartphone. The system guides users through all steps and accurately assists with any issues using the HMS (Health Management System).

Multi-color 3D printing for a wider audience

The AMS lite provides an elegant and simple solution for multi-material 3D printing.  It supports up to 4 colors when used with the A1. Compared to its predecessor, the AMS lite has fewer parts and exposes all the maintenance-intensive parts,  making it more reliable and maintenance-friendly.  For example,  it is super easy to remove a snapped filament from the PTFE tube.

Print fast with exceptional quality

A1 can print at 500mm/s with the top acceleration at 10000 mm/s.  It prints a benchy in 14 minutes following all the rules. 

The A1 performs vibration calibration for both the X and Y axes at the beginning of every print to ensure high-speed printing accuracy.  Unlike other printers on the market which use preset values that remain unchanged, the A1 calibrates the values before every print,

taking into account the tension of the printer and the temperature of the environment. This ensures the accuracy of vibration compensation.

An Eddy Current sensor is  implemented at the hotend to measure the extrusion pressure. This actively  compensates the extrusion flow rate, ensuring stable extrusion  throughout the printing  process.

Easy to maintain

The A1  features a Quick Swap Hotend. There is only one clip to remove for hotend removal. The entire hotend swap process can be completed in less than 30 seconds, and no electronic connector is involved

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