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  • Snake PepskinS Snake Pepskin

    I’m down in the same rabbit hole with you @commander.

    I’m think I will settle on the X2D. It’s not easy for me to not spend the extra money😀. A buddy of mine has the P1s and it’s remarkable. He prints all day long with it. The X will be much more capable and faster, and I think that’s gonna be my entry point. Definitely with the AMS.

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    @Snake-Pepskin it’s terrific I am addicted. I am traveling for a trade show and of course printed a travel case for my pens and a pill vial for my supplements. The second nozzle is a game changer it really speeds thinks up and for text it’s perfect

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      A1 setup and I'm absolutely blundering my way through Bambu Studio. Question, when I hit 'preview' after I've some some modification to the file, I see what looks like a possibly low quality print if I zoom in. Is this the case? I don't wanna have it churn for 6 hours and hate it. haha

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        Update: I added some ironing settings that seemed to have helped the 'preview' image look better. This whole thing is a bit of a learning curve even without designing it myself. I'll get it though...this is gonna be fun!

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          Here are some more files. The snap boxes are there in every size; they are great for storing research supplies. You can just pick the sizes to print. Happy to post more if there is interest

          https://makerworld.com/en/models/213420-snaplock-storage-boxes#profileId-239408
          https://makerworld.com/en/models/2048540-snaplock-storage-box-3ml-vials#profileId-2210729
          https://makerworld.com/en/models/2015974-desiccant-jar-funnel#profileId-2172179
          https://makerworld.com/en/models/2015974-desiccant-jar-funnel#profileId-2172179

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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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                hunt_ak
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                First ever print done! I opted to skip the silly tugboat and dive right in. I’m sure I’ve got some settings that slowed this down (13hr) but I’m printing cases for all my buds at work and I’m thrilled with the results so far!

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                • Snake PepskinS Snake Pepskin

                  @WisGal64

                  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.

                  IMG_0147.jpeg IMG_0146.jpeg

                  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

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                  SublimePpr
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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.

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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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                    • hunt_akH hunt_ak

                      @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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                      @hunt_ak that’s awesome! I’ve never really seen a need to super glue them in as they go deep enough into the groove for them.

                      And yes, just because you can do multiple colors on a plate doesn’t mean you need to lol

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                      • hunt_akH hunt_ak

                        @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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                        @hunt_ak I am loving the X2D with dual nozzles it cuts down the time drastically.

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                          Snake Pepskin
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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.

                          “Knowledge is the ultimate power.
                          It’s not what you know that defines you, it’s that which you share, that defines you.”

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                            Commander
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                            This printers are so confusing. I am trying to figure out what one to buy. I see H2D, H2S, X2D… not sure what one to get. Plus what is the deal with Bambu maybe making it only work online?
                            Please explain this stuff to me…

                            Please excuse my typos. Small Phone & Bad Eyes

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                              hunt_ak
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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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                                Commander
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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.

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                                  @Commander said:

                                  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.

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                                    Stevepep
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                                    @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.

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                                      Snake Pepskin
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                                      @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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                                      It’s not what you know that defines you, it’s that which you share, that defines you.”

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                                        IMG_1821.jpeg
                                        I can’t stop with these! Haha

                                        My FIL is a trades guy, loves his red tools, so I made a case for his liquid helpers 🙂

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                                        • hunt_akH hunt_ak

                                          IMG_1821.jpeg
                                          I can’t stop with these! Haha

                                          My FIL is a trades guy, loves his red tools, so I made a case for his liquid helpers 🙂

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                                          Stevepep
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                                          @hunt_ak that is awesome!! This whole 3d thing has me thinking completely different.

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