Bambu Labs X1 Carbon
- Mods & Upgrades -
The Bambu Lab X1 Carbon is already a powerhouse of a 3D printer—fast, precise, and packed with features straight out of the box. But for those of us who can’t leave "good enough" alone, there’s a whole world of mods and upgrades that can take this already impressive machine to the next level. Whether you’re chasing print quality improvements, better filament handling, easier maintenance, or just adding some personality to your setup, these hardware upgrades and 3D printable mods have something to offer.
In this article, I’ll walk through the upgrades I’ve personally tested on my X1C—from the solid feel of the BIQU Panda Extruder to the practical (and a little goofy) additions like the Poop Bucket with Emoji.
Let’s dive in and give the X1C a proper enthusiast’s treatment!
Purchased Upgrades:
BIQU Panda Extruder CNC Extruder Shell for Bambu-Lab X1C:
Benefit: This all-metal CNC-machined shell offers better heat dissipation, increased durability, and tighter tolerances over the stock plastic housing—ideal for demanding or abrasive filaments.
https://a.co/d/7neQI3X
Benefit: Upgraded dual-drive gears improve grip and filament control, reducing slippage and increasing print consistency—especially useful for flexible or exotic filaments.
Benefit: Upgraded dual-drive gears improve grip and filament control, reducing slippage and increasing print consistency—especially useful for flexible or exotic filaments.
Benefit: Optimized airflow design provides more directed and efficient cooling of the printed part, improving surface quality, bridging performance, and minimizing warping.
3D Printed Mods & Upgrades:
Bambu Lab Tool Set - Disconnect Tools:https://makerworld.com/en/models/14462-bambu-tools-bambu-lab-tool-set-disconnect-tools#profileId-37136
Benefit: These handy tools make it much easier to disconnect tubes and fittings on the AMS and hotend assemblies without damaging components or straining your fingers.
Benefit: These handy tools make it much easier to disconnect tubes and fittings on the AMS and hotend assemblies without damaging components or straining your fingers.
https://makerworld.com/en/models/56953-dry-pods-and-desiccant-trays-for-ams#profileId-58657
Benefit: Helps maintain filament dryness inside the AMS, preventing clogs and moisture-related print issues—especially important for hygroscopic materials like Nylon or TPU.
Benefit: Helps maintain filament dryness inside the AMS, preventing clogs and moisture-related print issues—especially important for hygroscopic materials like Nylon or TPU.
AMS Feeding Protector Saver Guide:
https://makerworld.com/en/models/555248-v-4-1-arrows-ams-feeding-protector-saver-guide#profileId-474075
Benefit: Protects and guides filament as it enters the AMS feed system, reducing wear and helping to avoid tangles or misfeeds during filament changes.
Benefit: Protects and guides filament as it enters the AMS feed system, reducing wear and helping to avoid tangles or misfeeds during filament changes.
Bambu Lab X1C Screen Protector:
https://makerworld.com/en/models/111503-bambu-lab-x1c-screen-protector#profileId-119294
Benefit: Shields the touchscreen from accidental bumps while maintaining full functionality and visibility.
Bambu X1 Top Handle Skull:
https://makerworld.com/en/models/41273-bambu-x1-p1s-top-handle-skull#profileId-41520
Benefit: Adds a unique aesthetic and a practical handle to the top of the printer, making it easier to move or service while adding some maker flair.
Bambu Lab Poop Bucket with Emoji:
https://makerworld.com/en/models/111503-bambu-lab-x1c-screen-protector#profileId-119294
Benefit: Shields the touchscreen from accidental bumps while maintaining full functionality and visibility.
https://makerworld.com/en/models/41273-bambu-x1-p1s-top-handle-skull#profileId-41520
Benefit: Adds a unique aesthetic and a practical handle to the top of the printer, making it easier to move or service while adding some maker flair.
https://makerworld.com/en/models/58836-bambu-lab-poop-bucket-with-emoji#profileId-60639
Benefit: A fun but functional mod to collect the purged filament ("poop") during prints or color changes and helps to keep the print area clean and adds a bit of humor to your setup.
Benefit: A fun but functional mod to collect the purged filament ("poop") during prints or color changes and helps to keep the print area clean and adds a bit of humor to your setup.
Upgrading and modifying the Bambu Lab X1 Carbon has not only improved my print results and workflow, but it’s also added a layer of enjoyment and personalization that stock machines just can’t offer. These mods are more than just tweaks—they’re quality-of-life improvements and little expressions of maker identity.
Whether you're optimizing airflow with a new fan duct or giving your printer a bit of attitude with a skull handle, the X1C is a perfect platform to experiment and evolve. If you've got favorite mods or prints for your own setup, I’d love to hear about them—drop a comment or share your favorites. Happy printing!
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