Intro to 3D Printing with Bambu Printers

Day 2: Dive deeper into 3D printing, practice with Bambu A1, and build your skills!

Part 1

Introduction to 3D Printing

Watch the introduction video below, then answer the questions to check your understanding.
Part 2

Introduction to the Printers

Identify the three 3D printers we use in the lab: A1, A1 mini, and P1S. Observe their features and similarities.
Bambu A1 Printer
A1 Features:
Large build volume, auto bed leveling, multi-color support
Bambu A1 Mini Printer
A1 Mini Features:
Compact size, fast printing, easy to use
Bambu P1S Printer
P1S Features:
Enclosed chamber, high-temp printing, advanced cooling
Activity: List components that all three printers have in common.
  • Heated bed
  • Touchscreen
  • Filament sensor
  • Direct drive extruder
  • Sturdy frame
Part 3

Observation Activity

Observe all three printers in action for about 5 minutes. Enter 3 things you noticed and 3 things you wondered about while watching them print.

Things I Noticed

Things I Wondered

Part 4

Bambu Printer Series Overview

Watch the video about the Bambu printer series. Remember, we use the A1 Mini, A1, and P1S models.
Part 5

How to Refill a Bambu Lab Spool

Watch the video on how to properly refill a Bambu Lab refillable spool. This is essential to avoid wasting filament.