What 3D printer should I order and lets put some files here
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If anyone is using the Apache 1800 from Harbor Freight to store peptides, heres two inserts thats holds 170 3ml vials. Download and open in Bambu Studio.
https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/tool/apache-1800-top-bottom-170-3ml-vial-insert
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Cool find if you have the Apache 1800. I’ll make a separate post, but while on the subject.
Stores 140 vials, near perfect fit.If you get 2 of these, take the insert out and stack two of them in the 1800. I’ll use the boxes for other supplies.
3ml Vial Peptide Storage Case, 70-Slot Hard Shell Peptide & Insulin Vial Holder with Soft Insert & Silicone Lid - Freezer & Refrigerator Safe, Compact for Home & Travel (Case Only) https://a.co/d/02quIjpk
@Snake-Pepskin Are you using the apache 1800 for short tem fridge storage or long terms freezer storage? Im planing a long term but can't decide between hydrapeak or apache.
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@krisacero I've made several of these boxes now! I did discover just now on the 5th box that printing the latch separately based on the color scheme I'm doing dropped the time from ~13hr to ~8.5 hours. It seemed to do a lot of color swaps and it was the latch. 145 swaps down to just 15!
Regarding the TPU gasket, is this something you super-glue in place? I've got some Sunlu TPU on the way and will print several of those separately and get them in later.
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@krisacero I've made several of these boxes now! I did discover just now on the 5th box that printing the latch separately based on the color scheme I'm doing dropped the time from ~13hr to ~8.5 hours. It seemed to do a lot of color swaps and it was the latch. 145 swaps down to just 15!
Regarding the TPU gasket, is this something you super-glue in place? I've got some Sunlu TPU on the way and will print several of those separately and get them in later.
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@krisacero I've made several of these boxes now! I did discover just now on the 5th box that printing the latch separately based on the color scheme I'm doing dropped the time from ~13hr to ~8.5 hours. It seemed to do a lot of color swaps and it was the latch. 145 swaps down to just 15!
Regarding the TPU gasket, is this something you super-glue in place? I've got some Sunlu TPU on the way and will print several of those separately and get them in later.
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Mine just got delivered. I'm not gonna lie... I might be more excited to get home than I should be.
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I wish I knew more to help, @commander! I probably just dove in without doing ALL the research but found a NIB A1 on eBay shipped to my door for $350 so I went with it. Begin in AK the shipping on all these units was as much (or more) than the printer itself so I went this route.
I am learning that there's a growing number of people who are unimpressed or wrote Bambu Labs off completely with their 'big brother oversight' so to speak and not being as creator friendly. Maybe someone else can give us more info on printer types and whatnot.
That said, this A1 is great so far.
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The person that normally 3d prints for me suggested a H2S with AMS. He has a bunch of different printers. He said I shouldn’t get the duel nozzle one because if there is a problem with the second nozzle, it can be a little tricky to fix. So I am leaning towards that one. He is also the one that is going to create the files for me and send them to me to print. I am basically buying a printer to cut down on him printing and shipping me stuff. Shipping is starting to get expensive…
I am also a little worried about these rumors with slicer software possibly being locked down.Please excuse my typos. Small Phone & Bad Eyes
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The person that normally 3d prints for me suggested a H2S with AMS. He has a bunch of different printers. He said I shouldn’t get the duel nozzle one because if there is a problem with the second nozzle, it can be a little tricky to fix. So I am leaning towards that one. He is also the one that is going to create the files for me and send them to me to print. I am basically buying a printer to cut down on him printing and shipping me stuff. Shipping is starting to get expensive…
I am also a little worried about these rumors with slicer software possibly being locked down.The person that normally 3d prints for me suggested a H2S with AMS. He has a bunch of different printers. He said I shouldn’t get the duel nozzle one because if there is a problem with the second nozzle, it can be a little tricky to fix. So I am leaning towards that one. He is also the one that is going to create the files for me and send them to me to print. I am basically buying a printer to cut down on him printing and shipping me stuff. Shipping is starting to get expensive…
I am also a little worried about these rumors with slicer software possibly being locked down.H series printers have larger build plates. H2S has the largest plate and a single nozzle for printing one color at a time. If you want to print something that is multicolor the printer will unload and load colors as necessary from the AMS 2 pro to the H2S nozzle. This produces more waste of filament because the printer has to purge out the previous color every time it changes. It also extends print time significantly. H2D and H2C are multi color printers but have slightly smaller build plates to accommodate the extra hardware. I have a X2D and will be buying a H series printer soon for the extra build volume.
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The person that normally 3d prints for me suggested a H2S with AMS. He has a bunch of different printers. He said I shouldn’t get the duel nozzle one because if there is a problem with the second nozzle, it can be a little tricky to fix. So I am leaning towards that one. He is also the one that is going to create the files for me and send them to me to print. I am basically buying a printer to cut down on him printing and shipping me stuff. Shipping is starting to get expensive…
I am also a little worried about these rumors with slicer software possibly being locked down.@Commander I am loving the X2D. If you are printing boxes with text on them or really anything with text, it's a game changer. The second nozzle requires more cleaning, I have found it similar to the A1 mini I have. Also, if you are printing in two colors a filament change is not required by the AMS and if you have layers it takes forever and wastes a ton of filament. This is where the X2D shines IMO
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@Snake-Pepskin Are you using the apache 1800 for short tem fridge storage or long terms freezer storage? Im planing a long term but can't decide between hydrapeak or apache.
@brianluna I haven't decided yet, but i would work either way. The hydrapeak being metal has some advantages, but the shape and size are cumbersome. After watching videos of testing lab principals, I’m likely changing my strategy.
Peter from Janoshik, and the guy from TrustPointe both concurred that lyophilized peps will last years in a cool dark place, and decades in the freezer. My long term plans is vacuum seal and freeze, my short term(few years) in the 1800 in a cool closet.
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I can’t stop with these! HahaMy FIL is a trades guy, loves his red tools, so I made a case for his liquid helpers
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The person that normally 3d prints for me suggested a H2S with AMS. He has a bunch of different printers. He said I shouldn’t get the duel nozzle one because if there is a problem with the second nozzle, it can be a little tricky to fix. So I am leaning towards that one. He is also the one that is going to create the files for me and send them to me to print. I am basically buying a printer to cut down on him printing and shipping me stuff. Shipping is starting to get expensive…
I am also a little worried about these rumors with slicer software possibly being locked down.H series printers have larger build plates. H2S has the largest plate and a single nozzle for printing one color at a time. If you want to print something that is multicolor the printer will unload and load colors as necessary from the AMS 2 pro to the H2S nozzle. This produces more waste of filament because the printer has to purge out the previous color every time it changes. It also extends print time significantly. H2D and H2C are multi color printers but have slightly smaller build plates to accommodate the extra hardware. I have a X2D and will be buying a H series printer soon for the extra build volume.
Wjen looking at the plate size it seems the H2S and H2D ave very close..
I would live the H2D, only worried about me not being able to do the maintenance or whatever is necessary for the second nozzle. I am kind of a Techno peasant.. I was find with Roland printers/plotters and lathes and flow benches. Work on my own cars, build nation level motorcross bikes, etc… but I tried to design in that 3d printer software and was lost. I have no idea how any if it works.
So I guess I am down to the H2S and H2D. If the second nozzle gets messed up, will the H2D still print in single color or does it bench the whole printer? -
You will be able to continue printing with the single nozzle. Each nozzle has it's own extruder feeding your filament into the nozzle. Maintenance is actually quite easy on these machines and replacement parts are cheap on Bambu's website. Lots of tutorials on YouTube both from Bambu and regular people. Learning how to design your own stuff is pretty challenging. I'm a beginner myself when it comes to that. Tinkercad is a good free website to use for learning how to design with basic shapes. This is a good video and youtuber to get started with making your own stuff
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You will be able to continue printing with the single nozzle. Each nozzle has it's own extruder feeding your filament into the nozzle. Maintenance is actually quite easy on these machines and replacement parts are cheap on Bambu's website. Lots of tutorials on YouTube both from Bambu and regular people. Learning how to design your own stuff is pretty challenging. I'm a beginner myself when it comes to that. Tinkercad is a good free website to use for learning how to design with basic shapes. This is a good video and youtuber to get started with making your own stuff
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@Ctrain24 I have designed a bunch of stuff on sharpr3d a little learning curve but its terrific and easy to use
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