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FDM 3D printerBambu Lab H2D
TypeFDM 3D printer
TechnologyFDM, enclosed, dual nozzle (350 °C), active chamber heating to 65 °C; optional 10 W or 40 W 455 nm diode laser module and blade-cutting/pen-plotting module (Laser Edition / Laser Upgrade Kit)
Build volume325 × 320 × 325 mm — Laser engraving area: 10 W module 310×270 mm; 40 W module 310×250 mm. Cutting module area 300×285 mm.
EnclosedYes — enclosed
Multi-colourAMS 2 Pro included in H2D AMS Combo and Laser Full Combo; dual nozzles for two materials
CameraLive view 1920×1080, nozzle camera 1920×1080, toolhead camera 1920×1080; BirdsEye camera 3264×2448 on Laser Edition
Max speed (as stated)1000 mm/s toolhead; 20,000 mm/s² acceleration (laser engraving: 10 W 400 mm/s, 40 W 1000 mm/s)
SoftwareBambu Studio, Bambu Suite (laser/cutting), Bambu Handy
ConnectivityWi-Fi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands); USB port
Weight31 kg
Released2025
Strengths
  • Largest Bambu build volume here (325×320×325 mm single nozzle; 350×320×325 mm across both nozzles)
  • Optional 10 W/40 W laser and cutting modules turn it into an enclosed laser engraver/cutter
  • Laser safety windows and overall Class 1 rating with the laser module fitted (Laser Edition)
  • 350 °C nozzles and 65 °C heated chamber for engineering materials
  • Available in 200–240 V version
Things to consider
  • 31 kg; recommended space 700×700×1100 mm
  • Laser work produces fumes: Bambu lists a 100 mm ventilation pipe adapter and an optional air purifier
  • Laser module is a diode laser: cuts up to 15 mm basswood plywood (40 W) — not a CO2 machine
  • Laser and cutter are extra-cost modules unless you buy the Laser Full Combo
Who it suitsMakers who want a large multi-material 3D printer and a fully enclosed diode laser/cutter in one machine.
Where to buyView on Amazon.co.uk

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