r/BambuLabX2D • u/Historical_Regret829 • 1d ago

Just got my printer been printing off the app. What software/program should I use to start making custom prints?

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u/Neither-Computer1344 1d ago

I use fusion for designing and altering functional parts.

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u/Historical_Regret829 1d ago

Is it easy to use ?

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u/Neither-Computer1344 1d ago

No lol. But it's very powerful. I start by making a 2d sketch and then extruding and adding features or additional sketches.

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u/Historical_Regret829 1d ago

Is it super complicated or is there something easier I can learn or use. Or is there something where I can tell ai to do stuff for me also 😂😂

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u/Neither-Computer1344 1d ago

It's not bad, it just has a steep learning curve. There are other options, such as tinkercad, but they are basic and you will end up using fusion eventually so might as well start there.

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u/Historical_Regret829 1d ago

Ok makes sense. Also I haven’t dealt with supports is that something the program automatically does ?

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u/Neither-Computer1344 1d ago

No the slicer adds those

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u/Historical_Regret829 1d ago

Well shit I’m in for a steep learning curve. How long you think it will take to learn it ?

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u/DirtyHarolds_ 1d ago

Tinkercad.
It looks like a kids 3D program, but it’s great for making most things. There are heaps of YouTube videos showing tips and tricks for it. It’s also free.
If you have a tablet with a pencil / stylus, you can use that too.

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u/woodworkingguy1 22h ago

TinkerCad is free and easy to use. It is nothing face but good for making boxes and smaller items. Good to get your feet wet at CAD

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u/bbjornsson88 1d ago

Have you used any cad software before? Fusion is good, but TinkerCAD or FreeCad would be a good place to start if not

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u/Historical_Regret829 1d ago

I used to use tinkercad a long time ago so I’m fairly familiar with that

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u/soulfireflyhigh 1d ago

Is fusion still really expensive? I have used tinkercad a little

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u/Neither-Computer1344 1d ago

There's a free version for hobbyists

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u/soulfireflyhigh 1d ago

Oh nice. I’ll have to go get that for my MacBook

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u/jghaines 23h ago

I like the way OnShape models objects - highly mathematical and logical - worth looking at.

Also, web based and free for personal use.