This is an old revision of the document!
Table of Contents
Bambu Lab X1 Carbon
FDM (fused deposition modleing) 3D printer with AMS (automatic material system)
The Bambu Lab X1-Carbon is a high-performance FDM 3D printer designed for hobbyists and professionals. It features a CoreXY motion system for fast and precise printing, and includes advanced capabilities like LIDAR-based bed leveling and AI-powered first-layer inspection and failure detection. Its enclosed design, combined with a hardened steel nozzle, allows for reliable printing with a broad range of materials. With optional support for multi-color and multi-material printing through the Automatic Material System (AMS), the X1-Carbon offers a streamlined, efficient experience that balances speed, quality, and versatility in a desktop form factor.
Machine Specifications
- Type: Fused deposition modeling
- Motion system: CoreXY
- Print volume: 256 x 256 x 256 mm
- Max hotend temperature: 300°C
- Max build plate temperure: 120°C
- File transfer: Wifi or micro SD card
Material Compatibility
- PLA
- PETG
- ABS
- ASA
- TPU (external spool only - no AMS support)
- Composites (external spool only - no AMS support)
Documentation
Official Bambu Lab Wiki: https://wiki.bambulab.com/en/x1
Software & Files
Slicer
All members must use Orcaslicer and profiles that are provided by MAKE Roanoke. This is important for ensuring the community has access to printers that are easy to use, ensuring machine longevity, and producing high-quality prints. Printing settings may be adjusted as needed, but machine settings may NOT be edited. Orcaslicer is a feature-rich and highly compatible slicer that is updated often with new features.
Orcaslicer is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Orcaslicer download: https://orcaslicer.com/
Orcaslider Github: https://github.com/SoftFever/OrcaSlicer
Machine Profile
The machine profile includes configuration files for the printer, as well as print process and material settings.
Material Profile
The material profiles include per-material settings including temperature, speeds, and shrink rates.