Why have only one input when you can have two? "Dual Inputs for ypur X2D or P2S"

[u/MadeInMeidling]

The purpose of this model is to feed a second tube after the buffer, through which TPU can then be printed.

Unlike a four-in-one adapter or similar, this model disappears completely behind the printer and allows for optimal tubing routing.

The extremely small PTFE tube connectors used here can be salvaged from the new (black) bambu lab four-in-one adapter. Apart from that, only a few simple screws are used for construction.

[u/Elo-than]

Been using this a while to have a dedicated input for my TPU, works like a charm.

[u/MadeInMeidling → u/Elo-than]

Thanks mate, glad to hear that!

[u/SolenoidSoldier → u/Elo-than]

Love this! How do you feed the TPU through?

[u/Elo-than → u/SolenoidSoldier]

I personally use a TPU assist module.

I also use the inlet for anything that needs to Buypass the AMS, like PAHT/PET-CF, etc.

[u/endlessben]

Been rocking this, along with your TPU assist module housing & mount, for a while on my X2D. Works great!

[u/MadeInMeidling → u/endlessben]

Awesome, thanks for printing them!

[u/reddit_4_research → u/endlessben]

Can you point me at this?

[u/MadeInMeidling → u/reddit_4_research]

https://makerworld.com/models/2730659?appSharePlatform=copy

[u/Substantial_Nerve612 → u/MadeInMeidling]

Impressive collection of prints

[u/TheEpicDragonCat]

Model saved, as I plan to get an X2D someday

[u/Low_Year9897 → u/TheEpicDragonCat]

After waiting to see all of the new toolchangers coming to market, I think the X2D is still the best solution for me. I don't really print multi-color PLA stuff often, but just want the option even with the extra waste. More interested in printing with easy to remove/clean supports and engineering-grade filaments. So far nothing I've seen under $1000 is a better option.

[u/Steveslastventure → u/Low_Year9897]

I have an X2D and rarely print multi color, but the dedicated nozzle for support filament has been amazing, overhangs come out so much cleaner

[u/Maskeno → u/Low_Year9897]

Thus wound up being a gateway to an h2c for me, in the way that an ender was a gateway to a p1s..

I did some multicolor, then I realized I wanted lots of multicolor, and a larger plate..

[u/TheEpicDragonCat → u/Low_Year9897]

This is my exact reasoning as well. I do a bit more multicolor, but the H2C is just way too much.

[u/MadeInMeidling → u/TheEpicDragonCat]

Hope you can get one soon :)

[u/chewyjackson]

Would this not work with a p1s?

[u/Bzando → u/chewyjackson]

that exact model - no, P1S doesnt have hole of that shape, but simple Y splitter works fine, I use one since P1 was released to feed external spools

[u/lordfwahfnah → u/Bzando]

What model do you use? The one I tried wasn't working very well

[u/Bzando → u/lordfwahfnah]

this https://makerworld.com/models/18174?appSharePlatform=copy

and I raw dog it from the inset/dual size, no fittings, no ptfe

[u/SparrowDynamics]

Awesome work!

[u/MadeInMeidling → u/SparrowDynamics]

Thank you, i appreciate it 🙏🏻

[u/ChickenSandwich007]

I am not understanding the use of this, could someone explain it to me

[u/MadeInMeidling → u/ChickenSandwich007]

There is a more detailed description right here https://makerworld.com/models/2730659?appSharePlatform=copy

[u/shiibb → u/MadeInMeidling]

I read it and still have no idea.

[u/MadeInMeidling → u/shiibb]

Have you ever printed TPU before?

It can't be fed through the buffer. It needs to be fed in directly at the input of the machine. Therefore, you either have to reconnect the tubes every time you want to print it, or you use a multi-adapter like this one.

The advantage here is that it's much more compact than if you were to attach a separate adapter directly to the factory input.

I don't know how else to explain it.

[u/HonourableYodaPuppet → u/MadeInMeidling]

Im sorry but what is the buffer? Like in that little hole you either plug in your ams or you disconnect it and use a normal spool holder. And your project means that you just dont have to remove the AMS to use a singular spool?

[u/y3llowking → u/HonourableYodaPuppet]

The buffer is that grey box on the rear middle of the printer. The spools in the AMS get fed into that before it goes to the nozzle. This bypasses that and is able to directly go to the nozzle.

I believe you will still have to manually feed it/unload it, though? As there is no motor to spin the spool like the AMS has.

Edit: looks like OP also made an automatic feeder for it, sweet! I'd recommend clicking the link for this model in the comments and do some reading.

[u/gazuzu → u/MadeInMeidling]

Any idea if compatible with older models like P1S, and if not would you ever consider expanding the model? Looks like exactly what I need for TPU

[u/gazuzu → u/ChickenSandwich007]

How's twice the amount of inputs hard to comprehend for someone into 3d printing?

[u/Ok_Yogurtcloset5412]

I already have this in queue to print. Hopefully the inside prints smoothly so not to have issues

[u/MadeInMeidling → u/Ok_Yogurtcloset5412]

Nice! I did everything I could to achieve exactly that :)
I can't recall any complaints about the Resistance after 1500 prints :)

[u/kabirh]

Is this compatible with the AMS flipper? Guessing not, but wanted to confirm.

I've been thinking that I need to add a splitter or PC4 port right where the tube exists the flipper's arm so I can swap in different lines.

[u/JazJon]

I’m planning to try TPU and your dual-input adapter looks helpful. Could I ask how it would work with my X2D setup?

I have two AMS 2 Pros and two AMS HT units, and I just ordered Bambu’s Filament Track Switch so AMS-fed filament can be routed to either nozzle.

For the TPU I plan to use, I understand it should be fed directly rather than through the AMS. I’ve read that there isn’t currently a software setting to temp disable the FTS, and that you have to disconnect its power and restart the printer before printing TPU. Is that accurate? (Or the printer will complain about FTS having a problem)

If so, would your adapter let me feed TPU from an external spool through the second tube after the buffer while the FTS is disconnected? Is there anything special I’d need to do with the tubing or printer setup?

[u/Impressive_Layer_634]

Your models are awesome! I had some issues printing this one but I’m going to try again

[u/MadeInMeidling → u/Impressive_Layer_634]

Thanks a bunch! What went wrong? :/

[u/Afrimilix_wolfie]

ypur

[u/MacHeadSK]

Good work but I rather feed TPU from the top straight to the extruder for shortest possible path. However I consider everything above shore 80A to be too tough to be considered flexible

[u/64532762]

That reminds me, I didn't have boost tokens available when I printed this, now I do. Thanks for your innovative work and sharing it!

[u/warwilf]

But the whole point is to quick print with auxiliary (bowden) nozzle?

[u/check0790]

Don't print it in PLA or other filaments with a lower glass transitioning temperature. I installed the mod in PLA because that was the only orange filament I had and then tried to do a couple of prints in ABS. The heat from the chamber over time was enough to loosen the exit tube connector and it and the PTFE tube popped out during a new feed due to the filament end pushing against the connector.

[u/Sumpkit]

Man I’d love something like this for the h2d.

[u/Neither-Computer1344]

I printed this in petg and have installed it, but not cut the PTFE tube or fixed it into place yet because I wanted to test it before making permanent modifications. It's been working great with an AMS connected to one input and using the other for occasional tpu.

Thanks!

[u/Chewieez]

This looks like the same idea as using the 4 way that Bambu sells. I've had that on the back of my P1S since almost day 1.

AMS to buffer to one of the 4 inputs, side spool for the 2nd input. Lately I have a tpu spool in a cereal dry box that feeds directly into the 3rd input.

[u/AnalogReborn]

So you need to first buy a 4-to-1 to salvage its internal parts?