Bambu Labs X1C Spare Parts Case (Version 2.2)

This has been updated to v2.2 as of 7/29/2024, with the following updates:

• The hotend modules have been updated with separate tabs, which are replaceable and can be printed in the optimal orientation for increased strength.
• The 4x hotend module was modified to improve the area where the screw heads contact the module.  This change requires a new base, so the v2.2 modules are not backwards compatible with v2.1.  The old v2.1 files will be moved to a separate folder so they will remain available here.
• Updated the compartment latches to use tabbed latches.

Since this is a Bambu specific design, and it's time consuming to manage this model in two places, I will prioritize updating it over on MakerWorld.  Please check this model over there for the latest updates and news.  

You can find it here:

https://makerworld.com/en/models/62636#profileId-223950

I will leave this model here though, and it may be updated further here on Printables as well.   But I'm just trying to cut back on the time it takes to manage models, by making some changes that also make sense.

When I bought my X1C, I picked up some spares, and a few more since, so I needed a place for them.  I really like some of the spares cases already available, but I also enjoy designing, so I tried my hand at making a case to store my spare parts, and this case is the result. 

This case design is based largely on my (empty) Box For Stuff V2.1.  Additionally, this case uses some remixed parts from Mr Sullivan's awesome Accessory Storage Case.  Specifically, this uses the holders for the full, and partial hot ends.  There are some changes to the holding tabs as well from Mr Sullivan's design.

This spares case is designed for the X1C, however it will work just fine with an X1E, P1P or P1S since all the spare parts should fit.  There are currently no labels for the P1P, P1P or X1E yet, but I may add those labels later, if they are requested.

There are two versions of the top, one designed with a TPU gasket, and the other which does not have the gasket, just print the version you plan to use.  I've tested both designs (on this and other prototype cases), and the TPU gasket will not make it water tight, there are too many variables to that.  I think the gasket helps though.  But don't expect to dunk this case, and have everything stay dry.  If anyone has a suggestion on the gasket design, let me know, and I may try updating the gasket, it if water tightness can be improved (depending on complexity of the changes).

I printed my prototype case in PETG, and that is what I suggest using, since PLA may be a bit brittle for some of the tabs and printed springs which retain the various parts.

.3mf Files are included:

The .3mf files which were generated with OrcaSlicer, and use a 0.4mm nozzle.  The 3MF's are set up to help with printing:

1. X1C_Bambu_ToolKit-rev11T_NO_PRIME_TOWER-v2-2.3mf

This file includes all the parts except for the labels and SD inserts.  This includes several 2 color parts, which will need either a color swap or the AMS.  I suggest running this without a prime tower since there will not be enough space for it.  

2. X1C_Bambu_ToolKit-9B_LABELS_AND_INSERTS_FOR_AMS-MW.3mf

This file includes all the labels and SD card inserts, which require the AMS.  New in v2.2 is a plate with optional multicolor tabs (they are also included as a single color print):

The prime tower can be used normally on these.  You can change the AMS colors and delete any items which are not going to be used from the build plate, before printing this one.  For reference, my AMS was set up with the following colors when I set this file up:

1. White PETG
2. Blue PETG
3. Orange PETG
4. Gray PETG
5. Black TPU (this one does not use the AMS and needs to be run from the spool holder)

If printing without using the .3mf files, the following may help:

These models are organized into folders to help keep things together (it makes for quite a few folders, but most of them are not required).  Most of the folders relate to parts for different labels, since those have different colors, and each color is a part (to make it simple to colorize in the slicer).  The parts are all designed to print without supports, but they will need to be oriented in the slicer for printing.

The print settings I used are the OrcaSlicer defaults, with the following changes:

Strength > Infill > Sparse Infill Pattern > Gyroid

Quality > Wall Generator > Wall Generator > Arachne

For the TOP and BOT(tom) parts, which have an inlayed label, I recommend disabling the prime tower.  It will waste a bit more material, but since these parts take up most of the build area, there is no room for the prime tower.  The AMS is only required on the first several layers of these parts anyway.

To disable the prime tower (for the top and bottom parts of the case):

Under Process “Global” > Others > Prime Tower > Enable (uncheck)

For the labels and inserts which use the AMS, the prime tower can be used without an issue.

Tips on building it:

I recommend using safety glasses since there are a few parts that must snap in place.  You can find a build guide for this on my website here:

https://www.mystoopidstuff.com/bambu-spares-box-build-guide.html

This will require some M3 hardware to assemble.  Specifically, it requires the following screws:

(8) M3 x 6mm BHCS
(7) M3 x 10mm SHCS
(2) M3 x 14mm SHCS
(8) M3 x 20mm SHCS
(4) M3 x 25mm SHCS
(2) M3 x 30mm SHCS
BHCS = Button Head Cap Screws
SHCS = Socket Head Cap Screws

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Thanks for looking!

The model posted here is for personal, non-commercial use only, and is being shared (for free) with the 3D printing community to help us organize our Bambu printer stuff (so we can get it all together, and put in this box…all the stuff…so it's together).  The trademarks used in this model belong to Bambu Lab.  

UPDATES AND CHANGES:

UPDATE 11/15/2023 - Thanks to Michael Hainsworth over at MakerWorld for pointing out that the doors for the top of the case were missing from the initial upload.  They are now posted as well and are in a folder named “TOP DOOR PARTS”. 

Update 12/4/2023 - Apologies, I was looking over this model today and noticed that the draw latch parts were missing.  I have since uploaded them in the folder named “Latch Parts”.

Update 12/25/2023 - Thanks to feedback from Stephen Friend, who advised me that the handle was missing, I've added that part to the “BOTTOM PARTS” folder.

UPDATE 1/20/2024: Thanks to some helpful feedback, the bins for the Wipers and Cutters have been updated. 

Update 2/10/2024: I had two reports that installing the M3 SHCS would crack the hinge on this and similar models.  The problem seemed to be related to slightly different size screw head diameters between M3 screws (I have measured between 4.9-5.6mm diameters).  To address that problem, I've updated the files here to Version 2.1, which has a bit more clearance for larger M3 SHCS heads (the pockets are 5.8mm diameter).  The 3MF is also now updated with all the current changes, including the new wiper and cutter designs. 

Update 3/7/2024: It was suggested in the comments (on MakerWorld) that since some folks don't use the Bambu Liquid Glue, the space could be better utilized.  I'm working on a optional update to address that, which should be out this week, once I test it.  The update will not replace the current design, but will be an additional option.  The new compartment will also be able to hold the glue bottles (though not as securely as the current design).  The changes made for this option were only to the bottom of the case.

Update 6/12/2024: Thanks to feedback, I updated the 3mf's to use 3 walls instead of 2.  I printed it with 2 walls, but 3 is better, and should make it stronger.  

The profiles were updated with the following changes:

•  increased walls from 2 to 3 on all parts
•  changed infill on the latches, handles and labels to 100% to provide these with extra strength

Update 7/27/2024: I uploaded the V2.1 hotend inserts as STEP models, for folks that want to remix the holders.  

Update 7/29/2024: I updated this design to v2.2 with several optimizations for the hotend holders.  Improved latches for the compartments were also added.  The Ver 2.1 (current version) parts affected by the changes will be moved to a separate folder, so they can still be accessed if needed. 

This uses remixed parts from my Box For Stuff (BFS) v2.1, as well as Mr Sullivan's awesome Storage case.  Specifically, this uses the holders for the full and partial hot ends from Mr Sullivan's design as inspiration, but this design has been modified so much that little of the Mr Sullivan's design remains as of v2.2.  There are some changes to the holding tabs as well.