Bambu Lab Vortek Upgrade Kit H2D → H2C Conversion Kit True Multi-Material Printing • Intelligent Hotend Swapping • Induction Heating Upgrade your H2D to full H2C capability with the official Vortek Upgrade Kit (H2D Compatibility Pack). This advanced hardware conversion adds Bambu Lab’s intelligent hotend-swapping system, enabling high-speed multi-material printing with dramatically reduced purge waste and fully automatic filament management. This version is for H2D only.(H2S kit is separate and includes additional motion components.) Why Upgrade to Vortek • Converts H2D into full H2C functionality• Multi-material printing with minimal purge waste• Fully automatic filament changes when paired with AMS• 8-second induction nozzle heating• Contactless hotend communication for long-term reliability• Supports up to 24 materials in a single print (with multiple AMS units) What Makes Vortek Different Intelligent Hotend Swapping (Not Just Purging) Traditional single-nozzle multi-color systems rely on purge towers to clear filament between swaps. Vortek replaces the entire hotend during material changes — reducing purge waste and producing cleaner multi-material prints. Fully Automatic Filament Changes Works seamlessly with Bambu Lab AMS. Filaments are automatically managed and assigned without manual loading into the toolhead. 8-Second Induction Heating Induction heating brings the nozzle to temperature in approximately 8 seconds, minimizing downtime during material swaps. Contactless Signal Architecture Instead of oxidation-prone metal contact pins, Vortek uses a high-frequency contactless connection system. This improves reliability, temperature precision, and long-term stability. Intelligent Filament-to-Hotend Allocation Each hotend stores filament data. When printing with large material sets, the system calculates the most efficient hotend assignments to minimize waste and optimize performance. Compatibility • Designed specifically for H2D• Converts H2D into H2C configuration• Not recommended for H2D Pro (professional connectivity features not supported after upgrade) Installation Requirements • Advanced mechanical and electrical installation• Estimated install time: 4–5 hours• Significant machine disassembly required• Official installation guide must be reviewed before purchase This is not a beginner upgrade. For some users, purchasing a factory-built H2C may be more cost-effective. What’s in the Box (H2D Compatibility Pack) • 0.4mm Induction Hotends (Hardened Steel) ×4• 0.6mm Induction Hotend (Hardened Steel) ×1• 0.2mm Induction Hotend (Stainless Steel) ×1• AP Board• Upgraded Heatbed• Induction Hotend Rack Assembly• Toolhead with X-Axis Assembly• 4-in-1 PTFE Adapter• Nozzle Offset Calibration Sensor• 4-in-1 PTFE Cleaning Pads ×5• Induction Hotend Latch Actuator• Toolhead Cooling Fan• Front Cover• Induction Hotend Mount Crossbeams ×2• Induction Hotend Lever Release Mounting Bracket• Textured PEI Plate• 185mm PTFE Tube• Mounting hardware, screws, cable ties, vinyl tape Upgrade kit ships in multiple packages. Inspect all components upon arrival before beginning installation. Product Specifications • Supported Materials: Plastic and compatible specialty materials• Packaging Size: 550 × 125 × 425 mm• Packaging Weight: Approx. 1.2 kg• Color: Gray / Black Important Notes Before Purchase • Advanced installation required• Must review official Wiki installation guide before ordering• Estimated installation time: 4–5 hours• 110V users must verify AC board connector compatibility during heatbed installation If connector counts do not match during installation, stop immediately and contact official support.
