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Should I get a b*mbulab printer? + More newbie questions (sh.itjust.works)
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Hey guys, I’ve got little to no knowledge on 3D printing and even less experience, so go easy on me. I will most likely be using words I don’t understand.

I live in a hot and humid country in the EU, and given my circumstances and the aforementioned lack of knowledge, I’m considering a closed enclosure model from the company everyone hates because it’s cheap, available, and famed for its ease of use.

I’m no stranger to tinkering with everything, but I do want to get started with something that’s just plug and play (or close enough to it). And even after I jailbreak it (which I assume is possible?), I really don’t want the tinkering to be part of the hobby itself.

My questions are: Size: Would I regret getting a 256x256x256 mm^3 sized one? Most prints I’ve seen fit easily, but there are a few that require more space.

Filaments: Where to buy, how to store, are all of them compatible with extruder-type printers? How do I check?

Accessories: I’ve seen nozzles and accessory packs being sold but I have no idea what they’re for. Can I print upgrades? Also what the heck does the Combo printer add-on do?

Alternatives: I’m not married to the P2S. Feel free to suggest alternatives. Thanks!

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[–] 2 points 1 day ago

Size: 256 mm^3 is good enough for vast majority of prints.

Filaments: you either go with premium priced name-brand filaments or you go with cheaper local manufacturers (there aren't a lot of difference for basic filaments, except for color availability). Compatibility depends on material being used, some require hardened steel nozzles or higher temperatures, or both. You can check before buying a spool. For basic PLA (hyper/ultra/whatever), PETG (PCTG), you don't need anything. When buying it's a good idea too look for manufacturer supplied parameters for printing it, they often provide them. If there are noneand the filament isn't directly supported in your slicer, you can always choose generic material. You can store your plastic wherever as long as it isn't direct sunlight. If they are already opened/partially used, you can store them in airtight plastic containers for food.

Accessories are mostly unneeded.

Alternatives: You should look at Elegoo Centauri Carbon (2) or Snapmaker U1. Bbl ease-of-use is greatly overblown.

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