Bambu Lab A1
FDMBambu Lab

Bambu Lab A1

from $299
Build Volume
256×256×256 mm
Max Speed
500 mm/s
Frame Type
bedslinger
Extruder
Direct Drive

Where to Buy

AliExpress
$299
Bambu Lab Official Store
$299

Specifications

Build Volume

X × Y × Z256×256×256 mm

Speed

Print Speed500 mm/s
Travel Speed500 mm/s

Temperature

Max Nozzle Temp300°C
Max Bed Temp100°C

Layer Height

Range0.08 - 0.4 mm

Construction

Frame Typebedslinger
ExtruderDirect Drive
Filament Diameter1.75 mm
Nozzle Diameter0.4 mm

Physical

Weight8.3 kg
Power Consumption150 W
Noise Level49 dB

Information

Release Year2023

Description

The Bambu Lab A1 is a full-size open-frame bed slinger 3D printer that became one of the most accessible printers in the Bambu Lab lineup. Its 256x256x256 mm build volume matches the P series, but the open design makes it lighter (8.3 kg) and quieter (49 dB). The A1 targets beginner makers and hobbyists who value easy setup and multi-color printing with AMS Lite.

The A1 features a color touchscreen, a direct drive extruder with an all-metal hotend reaching 300 °C, and a bed reaching 100 °C. Maximum speed is 500 mm/s with 10,000 mm/s² acceleration. Full auto-calibration, a quick-swap nozzle, filament sensor, and 1080p camera come standard. Power consumption is just 150 W — print without worrying about electricity costs.

Advantages

  • $299 for a full-size Bambu Lab printer — one of the best deals for entering 3D printing
  • 49 dB noise level — quieter than a library, Active Motor Noise Canceling enables overnight printing
  • Color touchscreen and full auto-calibration — setup in minutes, no 3D printing experience needed
  • AMS Lite for multi-color printing — up to 4 colors, core-grip spool holder compatible with most third-party filaments
  • Quick-swap nozzle — change in seconds without tools, switch between 0.2, 0.4, 0.6, and 0.8 mm
  • 8.3 kg weight and 150 W power — compact, energy-efficient, fits on any desk

Disadvantages

  • Open frame without enclosure — ABS and ASA not recommended by the manufacturer, limiting material options
  • 10,000 mm/s² acceleration — half that of the CoreXY P/H series, affecting print time for small detailed parts
  • Bed slinger design — moving bed limits high-speed printing of tall objects due to inertia
  • Stainless steel nozzle — wears faster on abrasive composites compared to the hardened steel nozzle on the P2S

The Bambu Lab A1 is the best choice for beginners who want Bambu Lab quality without overpaying. Perfect for hobbies, education, and home projects with PLA and PETG. If you need an enclosed chamber for ABS, choose the P1S or P2S instead.

The A1 proves that quality 3D printing doesn't have to be expensive. A touchscreen, auto-calibration, multi-color capability, and quiet operation — all for $299. The printer has virtually no competition in its price segment.

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