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A1 mini

Spool that can not be split open

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19.9 h

6 plates

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Bambulab Spool (Split open)

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30.7 h

6 plates

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new lock system

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13.1 h

3 plates

Simple version of 120mm stool legs

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8.6 h

3 plates

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I plan to keep updating this project by adding different models, print profiles, and more. I promise to keep all models in this post free for download—because creativity should be accessible to everyone! If you have any suggestions for improvements or new features, please let me know! And if you like this project, help boost this post to show your support—it would mean the world to me and help more people discover this creative adventure. Let’s build something amazing together! 🚀

Update:

2016.1.16 upload new print profile for A1 mini, NOTICE: glue are necessary to fixed the parts on the spool.
2026.1.5 upload a new print profile that with 120mm legs.
since the legs are no longer fit into the storage area. it also removed from print plate.
2026.1.4 upload a new print profile to secure the base.
2026.1.3 upload the HOW TO video for quick assembly - link

Why I made this:

It’s been almost two years since I got the 3D printer, and even with Bambu Labs' reusable spools, I've ended up with a large pile of old spools. Looking at that stack of empty spools, I often wondered how they could be repurposed. I once made a kettlebell, but obviously I don’t need ten kettlebells sitting around my room.

I once saw someone using a foldable stool, which gave me the idea that these spools could possibly be transformed into something similar.

Features:

Easy assembly—no AMS required, no glue needed
Portable—folds down to no larger than the original spool size
Reliable—supports a load of at least 80 kg (my weight)

Solution:

The design is quite simple: just add a top surface, a bottom surface, and three legs to the spool, and it’s basically done. The legs can be detached and stored inside the hollow part of the spool, achieving minimal storage size.

I added a magnet to the side so the draws are stay closed。

Additionally, I created a version for non-Bambu brand spools that are not detachable, but it requires users to position and glue the parts themselves.

Next Steps:

Considering adding more functionality to the stool, such as a charging port, modular tool storage, and more.

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Why I need your Help (Boost). To have a printable print it requires a lot of testing, assemble. The amount of filament required is always huge. All the boost point will going to my filament fund so I can use the points to exchange for new filament gift card and then make more interesting prints Thank you again.

Comment & Rating (33)

@user_136817912

Excellent, very sturdy and I weigh 100KG... Avoid the AMS on printing the feet, far too much time and PLA wasted for me (200g in the trash). Otherwise nothing to say, I did not print the extended feet because for me it is a waste of space

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@ilovedogz

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printed out great! holds my 36 kg well.

@user_3387616945

Is it possible to update a version of the pin that fits creality spool? Since the filament insert hole is different from Bambu, thank you!

@JayemStudios

Cool design, but don't most people just reuse their spool, or is there a tangible or structural benefit to using a spool. Also about the photos, could I get a similar output using paper on a 3d printed bracket and a few lights?

The designer has replied

@oeds

thanks for your comments. About question 1, yes I do agree, but there are some people have extra spool left due to different reasons and like I said after 2 years print I still have dozen of spare spool left some are Bambulab and other are 3rd part none reusable. Make it stool is just one quick idea pop into mind. Of course it’s good suggestion to think more structural way how to use them. about question 2: technically you can. But you do need some pro light and good camera. esp some soft box to diffuse the light. And paper need to be matte as well. You can check how to set up product shots lighting see how it works.

@JayemStudios

Replying to @oeds :

Thanks, I suppose buying something like TPU would force people to have more spools than needed, very good design, have a good day :)

@cag196692

many folks have tons and tons of spare spools, more than is reasonable to keep using. they add up fast this isn’t particularly uncommon.

@MaxwellSorensen

Photos are amazing, how do you do them?

The designer has replied

@oeds

I do have some pro studio equipment. plus some AI help for final touch

@MaxwellSorensen

Replying to @oeds :

awesome what AI do you use?

@oeds

Replying to @MaxwellSorensen :

gemini but only for replace some tedious work, like remove some hanging cable at background or clean scratch on the floor. As im too lazy to clean up the space everytime. so I would say any AI can do, or even photoshop as well. I want to keep the main object in real photo as well.

@jerrylion77

how tall is it please ?

The designer has replied

@oeds

the standard one is around 170mm

@jerrylion77

Replying to @oeds :

that’s great. thank you 🙏

@Nargg

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different leg sizes would be nice, I'd personally like to see it taller.

The designer has replied

@oeds

Good suggestion! Will upload a new profile for it

@oeds

the new print profile for longer legs are uploaded.

@user_1410771767

Do you have video how to put all part together ? Thank you great work

The designer has replied

@oeds

https://makerworld.com/community/post/1267823 here is the video link

@Frostyy05

Boosted

great model, amazing photo's too!

The designer has replied

@oeds

Thank you

@TinkeRaph

Boosted

Cool model, I like the presentation too

The designer has replied

@oeds

thanks

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