Bambu Studio 1.8.0.57

This is a major release (V1.8.0 Public Beta) that mainly adds some features, improvements, and fixes based on user feedback.

Feature

1. Support creating custom filaments in Bambu Studio

In the past, Bambu Studio provided limited third-party filament presets, users had to use "Generic XXX" for those third-party filaments, which brought lots of trouble to AMS mapping. Now, you can set up your own custom filaments right in Bambu Studio. In this release, Bambu Studio provides a handy way to create custom filaments directly in Bambu Studio.

You can create/delete custom filaments or create a preset for existing filament from the "Edit Filament" page. Detailed instructions are available on our Wiki ↗.

Also the custom filaments could be chosen on X1 and X1C printers, and start printing as system filaments. The functionality will be available after the firmware update to version 1.6.6 (public beta version, will come out soon)

2. Support creating custom third-party printers

Previously, when Bambu Studio did not support certain printers, or if users sought to enhance their printing quality by altering the printer nozzle, the requisite manual adjustment of printer profiles was cumbersome. To address this, we have introduced an automated function that facilitates the creation of necessary printer presets. This functionality can be accessed via the designated function entrance detailed below. Once created, the custom printer presets will be organized within the 'User Presets' category.

Comprehensive guidance on utilizing this new feature is provided in our Wiki ↗.

3. Supports exporting and importing printers' profiles, filament profiles, and process profiles.

You may share profiles with others by these way offline. The function entrance shown in the left picture. The right shows the export UI. Please check the Wiki page ↗for details.

The import configs feature now supports four different file types, namely .json, .bbscfg, .bbsflmt, and .zip.

4. Support auto flush calculation function

In multi-color printing scenarios, it is not uncommon for users to overlook the computation of filament flush volumes, or to omit recalculations upon changing filament colors, resulting in print defects. To mitigate this issue, Bambu Studio now incorporates an automatic flush volume calculation feature. While you add a new filament or edit the color of filaments, flush volumes will recalculate automatically.

5. auto-arrange objects to the middle of the plate while switching the printer profile.

You may always be upset that the objects need to be arranged to plate manually while switching the printer profile. However, it will never bother you again. When the printer profile is changed, objects are automatically arranged onto the corresponding plates.

This GIF shows the mess after switching the printer profile in the previous.

This GIF shows the auto-arrange function in this release.

6. Add connector function.

The cut tool in Bambu Studio has been upgraded to offer new features, including the Snap connector and dovetail cutting, alongside improvements to the existing flat cutting capability. This enhancement includes code adapted from PrusaSlicer, and we acknowledge the efforts from PrusaSlicer and the contributors @YuSanka, @enricoturri1966 Snap connector：

Dovetail cut function：

Improvement

1. Support nozzle diameter detection and nozzle hardness detection

While the printer assignment is sent, Bambu Studio detects if the nozzle is qualified to print the filaments: a. Check whether the diameter of the preset nozzle is the same as the diameter of the printer nozzle. b. Check whether the hardness of the printer nozzle is suitable for the filaments used for printing. This feature reduces the risk of nozzle clogging and ensures the nozzle's longevity by preventing excessive wear. Note: The diameter and the hardness of the nozzle could be set on the printer's screen. 飞书20231108-173927

1. Support device file management for P1P/P1S/A1 mini github.com/bambulab/BambuStudio/issues/2088 ↗ github.com/bambulab/BambuStudio/issues/2328 ↗ .

Bambu Studio now supports file browsing for P1/P1S/A1 mini. Please note that this feature relies on the printer firmware being upgraded to a new version(P1P/P1S v1.5 and A1 mini v1.2 to be released). When this feature is enabled, you can browse and download timelapse video files on the printer through the studio, browse model slice files on the printer, and initiate printing; However, the downloading model function of these models on printers is still not supported.

1. Add more layer height profiles for P1P's 0.2 0.6 0.8 nozzle

1. Add "top area threshold" in develop mode, which could improve top area quality in some cases, thanks @igiannakas

In developer mode, there is a new parameter called "top area threshold." This determines the extent to which the area of the top layer is reduced to decide if the "only one wall on top" setting should be applied. Adjusting this threshold influences the contraction parameter. Increasing it can enhance the model's appearance. For instance, the left sphere shows some top layers with a single loop, leading to an uneven top surface. In contrast, the right sphere, with fewer top layers, presents a more refined shape.