After 3000 hrs, the original extruder on the X1C finally gave out. RIP
After 3000 hrs, the original extruder on the X1C finally gave out. RIP
Prints started to get all wonky about a week ago. I couldn't figure out the problem. Changed the nozzle, tighten the belts, lubed the z screws, and cleaned the carbon fiber rods. Disassembled the extruder and I didn't see any clogging, but when I disassembled the hall sensor, I noticed a lot of wear. Then I found a piece of metal inside the extruder that I suspect broke off from the hall sensor somehow. A new extruder arrived yesterday and the X1C is printing like a champ again.
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3000hrs straight usage? That's impressive.
I noticed that towards the last couple of hundred hours it started to clog/jam a lot more. I thought the gears might be wearing but it looked ok upon visual inspection. I wonder it's an early warning sign. I only print PLA and PLA+ so nothing abrasive.
What are the replacement costs for this? I've heard that Bambu uses all proprietary parts so there's no buying Chinese knockoffs at a discount.
$45. I'm 100% ok with spending $45 after 3000 hours. So far I feel I'm getting good value for my money both with the printer and the parts.
That's more than a year of work at a full-time job (2200 hours) for reference.