Bambu Lab Kit Transforms 3D Prints into Realistic Lightsabers

A recent video showcases an innovative application of 3D printing technology, bringing the iconic lightsaber from Star Wars to life. The creator demonstrates a self-3D-printed double-bladed lightsaber, built using Bambu Labs' new 'Motion-Activated Sound and Light Props Kit.' This kit, priced at $135, allows users to integrate advanced electronics into their 3D-printed creations. The lightsaber features realistic motion-controlled smooth swing sounds, customizable colors, and various ignition modes and saber effects, all controllable wirelessly via a smartphone application. While the kit simplifies the assembly process by eliminating the need for soldering, the creator noted that additional M2 bolts and nuts, along with a heat-set insert, were required beyond what was included in the kit. The finished product offers impressive brightness compared to commercial alternatives, though the blades are described as relatively short and somewhat fragile. The video concludes with the creator needing to print new blades after one broke during use, underscoring the delicate nature of the 3D-printed components.