My First Print: DJI Osmo Nano Case with Bamboo Lab A1 Mini

Finally, my first 3D print!

Hello! In this first article, I want to share my first experience using a 3D printer. The printer? The Bamboo Lab A1 Mini—a printer I think is excellent value for money for beginners.

Why Choose the Bamboo Lab A1 Mini?

I chose the A1 Mini because of its affordability, auto-calibration (no need to worry about manually setting the bed level), compact size that fits on a desk, and the ability to print multicolor with AMS Lite.

The First Item I Printed

For my first print, I chose a case for the DJI Osmo Nano. Why a case? Because it's simple—great for testing the printer's capabilities. Functional—ready to use. The size fits the A1 Mini build plate (180x180mm).

My Print Settings

I used the default settings from Bambu Studio. Filament: PLA basic. Layer height: 0.2mm. Infill: 15%. And the result? Surprisingly good for a first print!

Results and Impressions

The print is neat, the surface is smooth, and the dimensions are just right—the casing fits perfectly with the DJI Osmo Nano. Bambu Lab's auto-calibration really makes life easier, eliminating the hassle of manual setup like with older printers.

A message for those of you just starting out with 3D printing: don't be afraid to jump right in. Start with a simple model, use the default settings, and see the results. If I, a newbie, can do it, so can you!

Next Project

After this, I want to explore multicolor printing and create other functional parts. Follow my social media for updates on my next 3D printing project!

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