Bambu Lab · 2023
Print cost on the Bambu Lab A1 Mini
The A1 Mini packs the Bambu firmware, AMS Lite-compatible multicolor and auto-calibration into a compact 180 mm build volume. The lowest-friction entry point into the Bambu ecosystem — ideal for first-time makers who want output quality without tuning.
Specs
- Average power
- 110 W
- Useful life
- 20,000 h
- Build volume
- 180 × 180 × 180 mm
- Best for
- Beginners
Example calculation
For a 50 g part in PLA, 6 h print time and 8% failure rate. Currency follows your selection at the top.
- Filament$1.10
- Energy$0.12
- Amortization$0.15
- Failures (8%)$0.11
- Unit Cost$1.48
- Final Consumer Price (3× / 6% / 2%)$6.43
Filaments that print well on the Bambu Lab A1 Mini
Every material the Bambu Lab A1 Mini handles reliably, grouped by what makes it compatible. Click any to open the calculator with that filament selected.
Standard filaments
Everyday materials — the Bambu Lab A1 Mini prints them stock without tuning or hardware mods.
Flexible filaments (direct drive)
Direct-drive extrusion on the Bambu Lab A1 Mini gives flexible materials the control Bowden setups can't.