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FDM 3D printerBambu Lab P2S
TypeFDM 3D printer
TechnologyFDM, fully enclosed, PMSM servo extruder, hardened-steel nozzle (300 °C)
Build volume256 × 256 × 256 mm
EnclosedYes — enclosed
Multi-colourAMS 2 Pro (with filament drying) included in P2S Combo; up to 4 AMS 2 Pro + 4 AMS HT units (20 slots / up to 20 colours)
CameraBuilt-in 1920×1080, 30 fps camera
Max speed (as stated)600 mm/s toolhead; 20,000 mm/s² acceleration
SoftwareBambu Studio (third-party G-code slicers such as PrusaSlicer, SuperSlicer and Cura supported with limitations)
ConnectivityDual-band Wi-Fi; USB port (no Ethernet)
Weight15 kg
Released2025
Strengths
  • Fully enclosed chamber with activated-carbon filtration
  • Handles engineering filaments including CF/GF-filled grades (hardened steel nozzle, 110 °C bed)
  • AMS 2 Pro in the Combo dries filament as well as switching colours
  • Scales to 20 colours with extra AMS units
  • 1080p camera with AI print monitoring
Things to consider
  • 15.0 kg (16.4 kg Combo) and 392×406×478 mm footprint
  • No Ethernet port
  • US spec lists 100–120 V; buy the version for your region's voltage
Who it suitsHobbyists wanting an enclosed, multicolour-ready printer that also handles ABS/ASA and filled filaments.
Where to buyView on Amazon.co.uk

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