Leap Coderz Summer Camp 2026 — 3D Printing
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FTC SUB-PROGRAM · ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING

3D Printing

DESIGN · SLICE · PRINT · FINISH

Learn professional-grade FDM 3D printing on Bambu Lab P1S, P2S, and HTD printers. From slicing fundamentals to multi-material AMS printing — students produce real, functional FTC robot components and complete a modular capstone project.

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BAMBU PRINTERS
AMS
MULTI-MATERIAL
20+
TOTAL HOURS
FTC
REAL PARTS
OUR EQUIPMENT
Bambu Lab Printer Fleet

Students work on three professional Bambu Lab printers — each with different capabilities — giving hands-on experience with speed printing, multi-material, and high-temp materials.

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Bambu Lab P1S
ENCLOSED · HIGH-PERFORMANCE
  • Fully enclosed print chamber
  • Max speed: 500 mm/s
  • Supports ABS, ASA, PA, PC
  • AMS compatible — up to 4 colors/materials
  • Active vibration compensation (ADXL)
  • Auto bed leveling & filament runout detection
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Bambu Lab P2S
NEXT-GEN · SPEED & QUALITY
  • Enhanced enclosed chamber design
  • Improved vibration compensation
  • Max speed: 500+ mm/s
  • Higher precision motion system
  • AMS Hub compatible — 16+ materials
  • Advanced multi-material sequencing
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Bambu Lab HTD
HIGH TEMP · ENGINEERING MATERIALS
  • High-temperature chamber (up to 60°C+)
  • Supports PA-CF, PPS, PEEK, ULTEM
  • Hardened steel nozzle system
  • Advanced drying filament path
  • Optimal for FTC structural components
  • Industrial-grade material compatibility
CURRICULUM
5-Session Course Modules

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01 3D Printing Fundamentals & Bambu Setup ~4 hrs ▶
  • How FDM printing works: layer-by-layer deposition, nozzle, bed, motion system
  • Bambu Studio installation, interface overview, and account setup
  • Loading filament, AMS setup, and purge tower configuration
  • Your first print: calibration cube — bed leveling, first layer inspection
  • Print quality diagnostics: under-extrusion, stringing, layer adhesion issues
  • Bambu Handy app: remote monitoring, notifications, live camera
02 Slicing Mastery — Settings & Strategies ~4 hrs ▶
  • Layer height selection: 0.08 / 0.12 / 0.20 / 0.28 mm — tradeoffs explained
  • Infill patterns and densities: gyroid, grid, honeycomb — when to use each
  • Support generation: normal, tree supports — overhang angles and contact settings
  • Wall count and top/bottom layer tuning for strength vs print time
  • Speed profiles: quality, standard, sport, ludicrous — what changes and why
  • Slicing for FTC: bracket strength, motor mount tolerances, snap-fit clearances
03 Filament Materials — Properties & Applications ~4 hrs ▶
  • PLA — prototyping, lightweight parts, print-in-place mechanisms
  • PETG — functional robot parts, impact resistance, chemical resistance
  • ABS / ASA — heat resistance, outdoor/UV stability, post-processing
  • TPU — flexible grippers, bumpers, cable management, vibration dampers
  • PA (Nylon) and PA-CF — high-strength FTC structural members
  • Multi-material printing: combining PETG body + TPU grip inserts via AMS
04 Post-Processing & Finishing ~4 hrs ▶
  • Support removal techniques: flush cutters, needle-nose pliers, solvent assist
  • Sanding progression: 200 → 400 → 800 → 1200 grit — when to stop
  • Heat-set insert installation: M2, M3, M4 brass inserts in 3D printed bosses
  • Thread tapping and self-tapping screw selection for printed parts
  • Acetone smoothing for ABS — technique, safety, results
  • Painting and priming — adhesion promoter, rattlecan technique, clear coat
05 FTC Robot Parts & Capstone Project ~4 hrs ▶
  • Designing printable FTC parts: tolerances, draft angles, print orientation
  • Motor mounts, encoder housings, gear guards — student prints real parts
  • Capstone: modular desktop organizer — 4+ interlocking components, 2+ materials
  • Capstone: AMS multi-color feature (minimum 2 colors visible)
  • Capstone: heat-set inserts or snap-fit mechanical connection
  • Final showcase: assembled capstone presented to class with settings walkthrough
MATERIALS REFERENCE
Filament Quick Guide

Understanding which material to use for which application is a core skill in additive manufacturing.

Material Best For Print Temp FTC Use Difficulty
PLA Prototypes, lightweight parts 190–220°C Mock-ups, enclosures BEGINNER
PETG Functional parts, impact resistance 230–250°C Brackets, mounts, gears BEGINNER
TPU 95A Flexible, grip, vibration damping 220–240°C Wheels, bumpers, grippers INTERMEDIATE
ABS Heat resistance, acetone smoothing 240–260°C Motor housings, heat zones INTERMEDIATE
PA-CF Max strength, structural 270–290°C Main chassis, drive parts ADVANCED
ASA UV stable, outdoor use 240–260°C External robot panels INTERMEDIATE
CAPSTONE PROJECT
Modular Desktop Organizer

🏆 FINAL PROJECT — MODULAR ASSEMBLY

Students design, slice, print, and finish a modular desktop organizer system consisting of at least 4 interlocking printed components. The project must use at least 2 different filament materials, incorporate a mechanical connection (threaded boss, snap fit, or heat-set insert), and include a multi-color element using the AMS. Final assembly is presented to the class on the last day with a full walkthrough of design decisions, print settings, and lessons learned.

CAMP POLICIES
Important Information
NO MAKE-UP DAYS
Missed classes cannot be rescheduled. No credits are issued for absences under any circumstances.
BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH
Lunch and snacks are NOT provided. Students must bring their own food. Snack time: 10:45 AM & 2:45 PM.
DROP-OFF / PICK-UP
Drop-off no earlier than 8:30 AM. Pick-up no later than 4:30 PM. No exceptions.
PAYMENT — 50/50
50% due at signing. Remaining 50% due on or before July 6, 2026. Accepted: Stripe · Zelle · Check.

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Learn professional additive manufacturing on Bambu Lab's best printers. Create real parts, master multi-material printing, and build something extraordinary.

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