BambuLab Filament Desiccant Spool Holder

NOTE: I was working on updating this model to make it easier to transfer between spools… but then KYZ Designs made this absolutely excellent model, that I ended up using instead. So I recommend checking out that model!

This is a desiccant gel holder specifically designed to fit snuggly and securely into the BambuLab filament spool. Keep note of the wall, shell and infill settings required to print this model. The hole in the middle is there to increase surface area of the desiccant, not to be used to bear a load.

The holder is flanged on both ends, which snap together very tightly. The ends are not “screwed” on, but instead “snap” together. Doing it this way makes sure they can never accidentally open up and spill gel beads all over the place. In order to separate the two ends, a special tool is included which will help in opening the holder. Simply put the tool on top of a hard surface, slide the bottom of the gel holder into the tool and press down on the spool. The top will pop off easily. The caps are designed so the tool can only be inserted one way, so the gel holder will always face up when used properly.

WARNING: the teeth on the cups flex inwards when capped, as such, you should not print this in material that is too rigid to bend without snapping, such as PLA. In addition, if you use a higher temperature material such as ABS or PETG, you will be able to drop your spool right into a filament dryer without having to worry about the heat warping the cups.

You can find other models I have released for the X1C/AMS here:

https://makerworld.com/en/u/2811301167/collections/109412

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