## Bambu Lab A1 Mini Combo
The second printer I purchased was the [Bambu Lab A1 Mini Combo](https://us.store.bambulab.com/products/a1-mini?id=579551171554607116). I was enjoying my [[K-2SO|X1C]] and wanted more print capacity. I got a great deal during their New Year's sale.
I primarily use this printer for single and multi-color PLA prints.
### Current Mods
- [Extruder cover decorated](https://makerworld.com/en/models/549999-bb-8-star-wars-a1-extruder-wheel-cover) as BB-8 just for fun.
- [BIQU CryoGrip Pro Buildplates](https://biqu.equipment/products/biqu-panda-buildplate-cryogrip-pro-for-x1-p1-a1-printers?variant=41574696190050)
### History
I initially set this up with a [top mount](https://makerworld.com/en/models/630783-a1-mini-ams-lite-rotating-top-mount-vertical-stand) and an [enclosure](https://makerworld.com/en/models/486153-ultimate-filament-spool-enclosure-type-01). I am back to using the factory stand after it knocked itself over and broke the two pieces.
### Planned Upgrades
- Build-plate changer – I would like to try one of the several [build-plate changers](https://makerworld.com/en/models/925870-auto-build-plate-changer-for-a1-mini) available for the A1 mini to automate long-term printing.
### Current State
- I generally leave Black, White, and Green PLA loaded to quick prototyping.
> [!note]- Colophon
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