Finally after all the hype and guessing Bambu Lab H3C

[Nifty]

I've been watching a lot of videos about the H3C.

It's a HUGE BEAST. I can see how it might appeal to some, but considering how rarely I use my H2S and/or print multiple colors, it's definitely not for me.

That said, I really agree with what this guy is saying about Bambu always pushing things forward and not scared to make huge changes:

 

[Artur5]

For sure it's huge, but mainly for the height. The footprint on the bench, is no bigger than my Voron v2.4.350.
I like the fact that up to nine the spools are kept enclosed in a compact space above the printer.
Other tool changers have the spools hanging on the sides taking a lot of space. Take for instance the Prusa-Bondtech INDX. If you have eight toolheads, installing the filaments around the machine takes a lot of space and It must be a mess to manage all that stuff of spools and tubes. Even more so if you want to put some of the filaments in a drier, because they're moisture sensitive.

Provided you install the H3C on a low bench, soy you needn't to climb on a step ladder to access the spools. this seems a very neat and convenient setup.

 

[Tony4597]

Well there is the Biqu Panda station sits at 76cm high (30") @ £425
https://www.3djake.uk/biqu/panda-station

Bambu own enclosed approx. height 69cm @ £309
Bambu frame only £219
https://uk.store.bambulab.com/products/bambu-station-l?id=794127745301889026

Of the two aesthetically Bambu own appeals but tbh as I am a cheapskate at heart I think there are probably cheaper workable alternatives such as: