Uploaded June 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Finally, a 3D printer that is truly innovative. The Bambu Labs X1 (Carbon) has been in development for years with the aim of being a game changer. It features sensors not seen on a 3D printer before with the aim of automating calibration and some parts of the printing process. Is this the innovation the community has been craving?
Based on my experience, I’d say this printer is at least 90% there. Bambu Labs aims to have the final features in place and the bugs ironed out by shipping time, as well as documentation and support. If you consider backing, please remember that Kickstarter has no guarantees and there is always inherent risk.
This printer was provided free of charge for the purposing of testing, after Bambu Labs agreed to my review policy. All opinions expressed are my own.
Purchase the Bambu Lab X1 Carbon (affiliate): shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2353821&u=2259340&m=138211&urllink=&afftrack=
0:00 Introduction
1:02 What is the Bambu Labs X1?
Kickstarter page: kickstarter.com/projects/bambulab/bambu-lab-x1-corexy-color-3d-printer-with-lidar-and-ai
Bambu Labs website: bambulab.com
3:03 Unboxing and assembly
4:10 AI and advanced feature testing
6:58 Slicer and other software
9:37 Print tests and quality
14:52 Automatic material system (multi-material)
18:13 Is this beginner friendly?
19:49 Problems and my concerns
21:58 Conclusion
Models shown in this video:
Pickle Rick multimaterial split: thingiverse.com/thing:2662564
Dinosaur multicolour toothbrush holder: thingiverse.com/thing:3356851
Dragon multicolour: thingiverse.com/thing:2167794
Boxing gloves multicolour: thingiverse.com/thing:3469545
Planetary Tablet Platform!: myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-planetary-ptablet-platform-224710
Baby Yoda: myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-baby-yoda-106311
Braid vase: printables.com/model/25008-braid-vase
Baby Yoda (support free): myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-baby-yoda-from-star-wars-support-free-figure-107462
TPU bracelet: printables.com/model/157279-tpu-bracelet
20mm cube: thingiverse.com/thing:1278865
3Dbenchy: thingiverse.com/thing:763622
Lattice Cube torture test: thingiverse.com/thing:1856832
Rook: thingiverse.com/thing:99028
Buy quality and affordable filament from X3D. Buy 3, get 1 free and a free sample pack with every order: www.x3d.com.au
Get Quality Resins from 3D Printers Online. 5% off storewide for Teaching Tech subscribers [Code: tech5]
https://3dprintersonline.com.au/
Take a look around and if you like what you see, please subscribe.
Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/teachingtech
Finally, a 3D printer that is truly innovative. The Bambu Labs X1 (Carbon) has been in development for years with the aim of being a game changer. It features sensors not seen on a 3D printer before with the aim of automating calibration and some parts of the printing process. Is this the innovation the community has been craving?
Based on my experience, I’d say this printer is at least 90% there. Bambu Labs aims to have the final features in place and the bugs ironed out by shipping time, as well as documentation and support. If you consider backing, please remember that Kickstarter has no guarantees and there is always inherent risk.
This printer was provided free of charge for the purposing of testing, after Bambu Labs agreed to my review policy. All opinions expressed are my own.
Purchase the Bambu Lab X1 Carbon (affiliate): shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2353821&u=2259340&m=138211&urllink=&afftrack=
0:00 Introduction
1:02 What is the Bambu Labs X1?
Kickstarter page: kickstarter.com/projects/bambulab/bambu-lab-x1-corexy-color-3d-printer-with-lidar-and-ai
Bambu Labs website: bambulab.com
3:03 Unboxing and assembly
4:10 AI and advanced feature testing
6:58 Slicer and other software
9:37 Print tests and quality
14:52 Automatic material system (multi-material)
18:13 Is this beginner friendly?
19:49 Problems and my concerns
21:58 Conclusion
Models shown in this video:
Pickle Rick multimaterial split: thingiverse.com/thing:2662564
Dinosaur multicolour toothbrush holder: thingiverse.com/thing:3356851
Dragon multicolour: thingiverse.com/thing:2167794
Boxing gloves multicolour: thingiverse.com/thing:3469545
Planetary Tablet Platform!: myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-planetary-ptablet-platform-224710
Baby Yoda: myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-baby-yoda-106311
Braid vase: printables.com/model/25008-braid-vase
Baby Yoda (support free): myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-baby-yoda-from-star-wars-support-free-figure-107462
TPU bracelet: printables.com/model/157279-tpu-bracelet
20mm cube: thingiverse.com/thing:1278865
3Dbenchy: thingiverse.com/thing:763622
Lattice Cube torture test: thingiverse.com/thing:1856832
Rook: thingiverse.com/thing:99028
Buy quality and affordable filament from X3D. Buy 3, get 1 free and a free sample pack with every order: www.x3d.com.au
Get Quality Resins from 3D Printers Online. 5% off storewide for Teaching Tech subscribers [Code: tech5]
https://3dprintersonline.com.au/
Take a look around and if you like what you see, please subscribe.
Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/teachingtech
