Uploaded February 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Team statement: Please be aware that orcaslicer . net is NOT an official website for OrcaSlicer and may be potentially malicious. This site appears to use AI-generated content, lacking genuine context, and seems to exist solely to profit from advertisements. Worse, it may redirect download links to harmful sources. For your safety, avoid downloading OrcaSlicer from this site as the links may be compromised.
The only official platforms for OrcaSlicer are our GitHub project page and the official Discord channel.
My patron Leo told me about the SoftFever fork of Bambu Studio (now renamed OrcaSlicer), the open source slicer used by Bambu Labs. This version adds some new slicer settings, support for more 3D printers and in-built calibration test prints. In this video, I show how to download and install, and test it on the X1C, P1P, Rat Rig V-core 3 and Ender 3.
These tests show me that the preset profiles offer a solid starting point for many printers. At the moment I’m using SuperSlicer and Bambu Studio to cover my various printers. I will now use SoftFever and Superslicer, with a view to switch to SoftFever if more printers are added and SuperSlicer continues to stagnate.
0:00 Introduction
0:51 Downloading and installation
Bambu Studio slicer: github.com/bambulab/BambuStudio
Bambu Studio OrcaSlicer SoftFever fork: github.com/SoftFever/OrcaSlicer
2:39 Vanilla vs OrcaSlicer comparison
4:36 Bambu Lab test print comparison
Print in place kaleidocycle by ecoiras: printables.com/model/56738-print-in-place-kaleidocycle
6:10 3rd party (Rat Rig V-core 3) print comparison
Rat Rig v-core 3 build playlist: youtube.com/watch?v=XoTxFs3BGuk&list=PLGqRUdq5ULsO0oLRZ1wiYvvpbhj4EV-Nf
9:40 Ender 3 TPU test
11:31 Inbuilt calibration tools
15:49 Conclusion
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Team statement: Please be aware that orcaslicer . net is NOT an official website for OrcaSlicer and may be potentially malicious. This site appears to use AI-generated content, lacking genuine context, and seems to exist solely to profit from advertisements. Worse, it may redirect download links to harmful sources. For your safety, avoid downloading OrcaSlicer from this site as the links may be compromised.
The only official platforms for OrcaSlicer are our GitHub project page and the official Discord channel.
My patron Leo told me about the SoftFever fork of Bambu Studio (now renamed OrcaSlicer), the open source slicer used by Bambu Labs. This version adds some new slicer settings, support for more 3D printers and in-built calibration test prints. In this video, I show how to download and install, and test it on the X1C, P1P, Rat Rig V-core 3 and Ender 3.
These tests show me that the preset profiles offer a solid starting point for many printers. At the moment I’m using SuperSlicer and Bambu Studio to cover my various printers. I will now use SoftFever and Superslicer, with a view to switch to SoftFever if more printers are added and SuperSlicer continues to stagnate.
0:00 Introduction
0:51 Downloading and installation
Bambu Studio slicer: github.com/bambulab/BambuStudio
Bambu Studio OrcaSlicer SoftFever fork: github.com/SoftFever/OrcaSlicer
2:39 Vanilla vs OrcaSlicer comparison
4:36 Bambu Lab test print comparison
Print in place kaleidocycle by ecoiras: printables.com/model/56738-print-in-place-kaleidocycle
6:10 3rd party (Rat Rig V-core 3) print comparison
Rat Rig v-core 3 build playlist: youtube.com/watch?v=XoTxFs3BGuk&list=PLGqRUdq5ULsO0oLRZ1wiYvvpbhj4EV-Nf
9:40 Ender 3 TPU test
11:31 Inbuilt calibration tools
15:49 Conclusion
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![Over centre mechanisms will make your designs more effective - Guide with examples
If you only learn to design with one mechanism, make it an over centre mechanism. In my opinion, this is one of the most versatile and effective mechanical systems you can utilise. In this video, we look at real world examples, and then break down the characteristics across a series of different designed examples. The final example is a CO2 dragster launcher, and stores enough energy to puncture a canister despite only needing the smallest nudge to activate.
All of the printed examples plus the F1 launcher on Printables: https://www.printables.com/model/451928-c02-dragster-f1-in-shools-launcher
Goat graphic: https://openclipart.org/detail/313163/goat
0:00 Introduction
0:43 Where do we find over centre mechanisms?
1:00 Example 1: Basic
3:07 Example 2: Closing latch
5:38 Example 3: Cam latch
8:22 Example 4: C02 canister firing system
F1 in Schools Australian champions: https://youtu.be/MvVgZWEgbww
F1 in Schools equipment video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2WbtQ3tgT4
F1 race control system: https://store.rea.org.au/f1-race-control-system/
My launcher assembly video: https://youtu.be/YuojoO9AV-I
11:25 Key characteristics summary
12:12 Conclusion
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![The best upgrades for your Bambu Lab 3D printer
Check out my 2nd channel, TT Racing: https://www.youtube.com/@ttracingYT
Bambu Lab 3D printers have secured a strong market share by being reliable, fast and producing high quality prints. Over time, 3rd party products and community generated mods have been created, which I showcase to you in this video. A big thanks to my patrons for assisting in preparing the list.
Let me know what great upgrades I’ve missed in the comments.
Purchase the Bambu Lab X1 Carbon (affiliate): https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2353821&u=2259340&m=138211&urllink=&afftrack=
Purchase the Bambu Lab P1P (affiliate): https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2354726&u=2259340&m=138211&urllink=&afftrack=
0:00 Introduction
0:52 Slicer
Simplify3D: https://www.simplify3d.com
OrcaSlicer: https://github.com/SoftFever/OrcaSlicer
My previous OrcaSlicer video: https://youtu.be/MqkC-STieww
3:08 Printhead PTFE guide
Bambu X1 PTFE Extruder Bracket AMS Error Fix by OurAngryBadger: https://www.printables.com/model/338073-bambu-x1-ptfe-extruder-bracket-ams-error-fix
4:29 Beds
*Note* - I didnt have any warnings when using a non Bambu Lab bed, but others have. Thankfully, good solutions exist: https://www.printables.com/model/432805-build-plate-qr-code-for-bambu-lab-x1c
Bambu Lab textured PEI sheet: https://bit.ly/3qLq2gk
Wham Bam Bambu Lab bed: https://bit.ly/3Nqb4Fx
PEO patterned bed on Aliexpress: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCTHuU1
Garolite G10 bed for BL printers: https://vpsdata.shop/vps-data/x1-and-p1p.html
VisionMiner Nano Polymer Adhesive: https://visionminer.com/products/nano-polymer-adhesive
Dimafix bed adhesion pen: https://x3d.com.au/products/dimafix-print-bed-adhesive-pen
Print in Place Engine by SunShine: https://www.printables.com/model/212989-print-in-place-engine-benchmark-the-bengine
Flexi seahorse by Miranda P: https://www.printables.com/model/503865-flexi-seahorse
7:47 AMS
PTFE tube removal button by STprinting: https://www.printables.com/model/272302-bambu-lab-ams-hub-ptfe-button
Bambu AMS disconnect tool by Jody: https://www.printables.com/en/model/382058-bambu-ams-disconnect-tool
10:00 Printing from external filament plus AMS
Bowden tube Y splitter by Robert: https://www.printables.com/model/356818-bowden-tube-y-splitter
XYZ 20mm calibration cube by iDig3Dprinting: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1278865
12:05 Filament spool transfer
Bambu Lab P1 / X1 / X1C / X1CC Filament Spool Switcher & Winder by Miklos Kiszely: https://www.printables.com/model/407688-bambu-lab-p1-x1-x1c-x1cc-filament-spool-switcher-w
Spoolwinder_remix_x3 by Nafker: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6062641
13:55 Poop chute
Bambu Poop Chute by Fantasy3DPrintsShop: https://www.printables.com/model/461345-bambu-poop-chute
14:42 Filament dryer
15:32 Conclusion
Buy quality and affordable filament from X3D. Buy 3, get 1 free and a free sample pack with every order: www.x3d.com.au
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![5 Practical 3D prints that saved the day
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3D printing is a powerful tool for creating practical solutions. In this video, I showcase five times where a simple, practical print recovered a problematic situation. If you need evidence that it’s useful to pick up some 3D design skills, this should be it.
If you need some thorough destructive testing, or some sweat/sunscreen licked off your arm, please get in contact with Bret and Jemaine.
0:00 Introduction
0:44 Fixing self locking doors
Digital calipers on Amazon (affiliate): https://amzn.to/3Bu6yjN
3d Design Gauges 1-14mm by Kabliga: https://www.printables.com/model/269725-3d-design-gauges-1-14mm
2:22 Custom laptop storage
Laser cut drawer video: https://youtu.be/kYTo9w31Tso
4:56 Drawers - Measure twice, purchase once
7:15 Rat proofing animal feed
Automated goat pellet feeder: https://youtu.be/Hz5E83ftKio
Feeder: https://www.grandpasfeeders.com/
10:21 Repairing broken chicken feeders
Chicken feeder: https://www.dineachook.com.au/dine-a-chook-large-chicken-feeder/
12:03 Bonus: Last minute diorama props
Ruined house by Jeremy Connaughton: https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-ruined-mediterranean-style-house-67118
12:23 Conclusion
3D design for 3D printing playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGqRUdq5ULsONnjEEPeBxxStEsobDKAtV
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![Diagonal Z hop - Help me test this new slicing idea
In the face of a real torture test challenge, I thought of a new way to handle Z hop. The same clearance to prevent collisions, but with the hope of reduced stringing. This concept is called diagonal Z hop, and in this video I’ll show you my results and show you how you can help me test it.
Try diagonal Z hop here: https://teachingtechyt.github.io/diagonalZhop.html
0:00 Introduction
0:37 E3D overhang egg - A proper torture test
Overhang egg on Printables: https://www.printables.com/model/158500-overhang-egg-a-3d-printer-stress-test
3:57 Understanding diagonal Z hop
5:21 How the post processor works
Link to source code on GiHub (diagonalZhop() function): https://github.com/teachingtechYT/teachingtechYT.github.io/blob/master/js/gcodeprocessing.js
7:52 My print test results
Retraction test page with STL: https://teachingtechyt.github.io/calibration.html#retraction
3Dbenchy: https://www.3dbenchy.com
9:09 Alternate strategy with results
11:00 Weaknesses and potential improvements
11:35 Conclusion
Buy quality and affordable filament from X3D. Buy 3, get 1 free and a free sample pack with every order: www.x3d.com.au
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![I turned an old robot vacuum cleaner into an RC robot abomination
I really like the idea of repurposing obsolete products. Inspired by @therealsamprentice , I rescued an autonomous vacuum cleaner from the trash and converted it to an RC robot platform. I then decided I wanted the robot to BE Sam Prentice (Mecha-Prentice), and went down the rabbit hole of making a 3D model of him from only a video screenshot, and 3D printing an animatronic head.
This is probably one of the craziest projects I’ve ever had. I wasn’t thinking of Halloween, but it turned into something strangely disturbing. Nevertheless, I learned a few new tricks during this project. Thanks to Sam for his board recommendation, and apologies to Sam for immortalising him in such a strange way.
All products were purchased with my own money. All opinions expressed are my own.
0:00 Introduction
0:51 Our old Samsung Navibot
Navibot in action when new: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVNH9Wf-4qQ
The Real Sam Prentice YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealSamPrentice
2:10 Cytron RC controller board plan and test
Cytron MDDRC10: https://www.cytron.io/p-10amp-7v-30v-dc-motor-driver-for-rc-2-channels
Silly string tank: https://youtu.be/aF0 y9cigI
4:18 Cytron board installation
R2D2 by InnovationByLayers: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:11594
7:22 The Fake Sam Prentice failed modelling attempt
Low poly mask: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1097497
8:11 Image to 3D model with Creator creator Headshot
Markom3D video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p48-Q7Ce5xU
Character Creator 4: https://www.reallusion.com/character-creator/
Headshot plugin: https://www.reallusion.com/character-creator/headshot/
9:31 Final printing and assembly
11:11 Finished ‘product’
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![Better wiring and mainline Klipper - Budget Sovol SV08 toolchanger part 3
Check out my 2nd channel, TT Racing: https://www.youtube.com/@TTRacingYT
I own a five tool Prusa XL, which is now working pretty well. For many people though, this 3D printer is just too expensive. In this series, we are attempting to take a StealthChanger toolchanger mod intended for the Voron 2.4, and adapt it to the Sovol SV08 Voron clone. In this episode, we follow an excellent guide to convert to mainline klipper, and redo the toolchanger wiring much better using a Bird’s Nest Klipper USB hub.
This printer and the additional toolheads were received free of charge from Sovol for the purposes of making this series. Everything else I’ve paid for myself.
Purchase the Sovol SV08 (affiliate): https://www.sovol3d.com/products/sovol-sv08-3d-printer?variant=48937346498869&sca_ref=1796798.FxKBtOXx1J
Purchase spare tool heads (affiliate): https://www.sovol3d.com/products/sv08-original-all-metal-planetary-direct-drive-extruder?sca_ref=1796798.FxKBtOXx1J
0:00 Introduction
Part 1: https://youtu.be/G6kc_BnYU8w
Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGqRUdq5ULsNIN_40Bv1iTbElj6O7BRrU
0:45 Sovol Klipper can’t be updated
OctoApp: https://github.com/crysxd/OctoApp-Plugin
Rappetor GitHub guide: https://github.com/Rappetor/Sovol-SV08-Mainline
1:59 Understanding the hardware and software required
eMMC wiki page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MultiMediaCard#eMMC
Putty SSH client: https://www.putty.org/
SSH guide: https://teachingtechyt.github.io/troubleshooting.html#ssh
WinSCP: https://winscp.net/eng/index.php
Balena Etcher: https://etcher.balena.io/
3:58 Backing up Klipper config
4:20 Removing the old eMMC
4:38 Flashing and prepping the CB1 image
7:12 Installing mainline Klipper via KIAUH
8:28 Adding back configuration files
9:36 Connecting the ST-Link programmer and backing up MCU firmware
11:29 Preparing and flashing the MCU bootloader
12:45 Building and flashing Klipper to each MCU
14:44 Updating to a Birds’ Nest USB hub by Isik’s Tech
GitHub: https://github.com/xbst/Birds-Nest
16:06 Birds’ Nest case and mounting
16:40 Birds’ Nest Wiring
17:57 Birds’ Nest Klipper config
19:07 Conclusion
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![X1plus community Bambu Lab firmware - A win for everyone?
Check out my 2nd channel, TT Racing: https://www.youtube.com/@ttracingYT
UPDATE: Dr Tao has spoken with X1plus and users will be have a choice of firmware: https://blog.bambulab.com/rooted-the-good-the-bad-and-freedom-of-choice/
Firmware for the Bambu Lab X1 3D printer has been reverse engineered, with a community version available in X1plus. In this video, I take you through every aspect in detail so you can decide if you would like to try it. Even if you don’t we explore how having a community variant of the firmware will drive new features, like we already have with OrcaSlicer and Bambu Studio.
In preparing this video I have been as diligent as possible, testing the firmware by printing absolutely everything I could on it. This amount to around 40 hours of printing using various filaments and slicers. I spoke extensively with X1plus devs, and even discussed this firmware directly with Bambu Lab CEO Dr Tao.
This video was checked for technical accuracy by the X1plus team before publishing. There are so many baseless accusations out there that it was important to ensure this video was factual. All information is accurate to the best of my knowledge in accordance with the X1plus team findings.
What will happen next? Let me know what you think in the comments.
X1plus firmware: https://www.x1plus.net/
0:00 Introduction
0:52 What is X1plus?
1:25 Who is behind X1plus?
2:04 How does X1plus work?
3:56 How is X1plus installed?
4:56 X1plus benefits
6:35 X1plus roadmap
Doom article: https://gamerant.com/weirdest-consoles-you-can-play-doom-on/
7:38 Reasons against X1plus
9:45 What has been revealed about Bambu Lab?
Bambu Lab A1 test: https://youtu.be/w3im2xPieN4
11:00 Why should you care about this?
OrcaSlicer: https://github.com/SoftFever/OrcaSlicer
Bambu Studio releases: https://github.com/bambulab/BambuStudio/releases
11:55 What will happen next?
12:45 Conclusion
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