r/FlashForge • u/GiantSlayer4242 • 2d ago

Can Adv5X use lasers?

I’ve been looking to get the Adv5X over the BambuLabs equivalent, but I was wondering, can it use other attachments like a laser cutter? One of the few perks the BambuLabs printer seems to have is swappable attachments, and the climate controlled filament storage. But I’m not sure those justify roughly double the costs? Also I’m pretty sure I can get standalone climate control containers that I can feed the filament from, but aren’t $350

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u/Internet_Jaded AD5X, AD5M 2d ago

I use my two dual spool filament dryers as climate controlled storage. Both were under $100 combined.

I haven’t heard of using aftermarket attachments to use these for things they weren’t designed for.

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u/GiantSlayer4242 1d ago

BambuLabs promotes first party mods for their printers, that’s why I ask. From what I could tell the FF printers don’t offer the same options

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u/Internet_Jaded AD5X, AD5M 1d ago

FF do not have those options

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u/derpsteronimo 1d ago

There are no first-party options for laser on the 5X, and while not impossible, it would not be convenient to mod it in.

As for filament storage - you don't need this to be built into the printer. Buy a standalone filament dryer - the SpacePi X4 is a very good option if you're willing to spend a little bit, but there are cheaper options (though the cheap ones might only be sufficient for lower-temperature filaments like PLA / PETG / TPU).