{"product_id":"bambu-vortek-upgrade-kit","title":"Vortek Upgrade Kit","description":"\u003csection class=\"drt-accessory-availability\" aria-label=\"Order availability\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePre-order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are accepted now. Ships when Bambu Lab restocks; dispatch date will be confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH2D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-order — dispatch date to be confirmed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH2S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-order — dispatch date to be confirmed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"bbs-product-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade a compatible H2D or H2S with the Vortek automatic hotend-swapping system using the matching model-specific kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwaps hotends to reduce purge waste during multi-material printing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes six induction hotends: four 0.4 mm hardened steel, one 0.6 mm hardened steel and one 0.2 mm stainless steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel-specific major components include the toolhead\/X-axis assembly, hotend rack, control board and heatbed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/8558\/8994\/files\/H2D.png?v=1794515303\" alt=\"Vortek Upgrade Kit — features\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility and setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer recommends purchasing an H2C directly for users who primarily want the Vortek experience. An upgrade requires extensive disassembly and installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails open\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix induction hotends: 0.4 mm hardened steel ×4, 0.6 mm hardened steel ×1, 0.2 mm stainless steel ×1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAP board ×1 and heatbed ×1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInduction hotend rack ×1 and toolhead with X-axis assembly ×1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-in-1 PTFE Adapter ×1 and cleaning pads ×5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNozzle offset calibration sensor ×1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLatch actuator ×1, front cover ×1, crossbeams ×2 and mounting bracket ×1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextured PEI plate ×1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel-specific tubing, wiring, mounting hardware and additional assemblies; see the complete packing lists below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a component summary. The full H2D and H2S packing lists are included below and in the linked official installation guides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eH2D full packing list\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1. 0.4mm Induction Hotend with Hardened Steel Nozzle * 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2. 0.6mm Induction Hotend with Hardened Steel Nozzle * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3. 0.2mm Induction Hotend with Stainless Steel Nozzle * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4. AP Board * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5. Heatbed * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6. Induction Hotend Rack Assembly * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7. Toolhead with X-Axis Assembly * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8. 4-in-1 PTFE Adapter * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9. Nozzle Offset Calibration Sensor * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10. 4-in-1 PTFE Adapter Filament II Cleaning Pad * 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11. Induction Hotend Latch Actuator * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12. Toolhead Cooling Fan * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13. Front Cover * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14. Induction Hotend Mount Crossbeam * 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15. Induction Hotend Lever Release Assembly Mounting Bracket * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16. Textured PEI Plate * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e17. 185mm PTFE Tube * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18. M3×6 Screws * 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19. M3×5 Screws * 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20. BT2×12 Screw * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e21. M2.5×4 Screws * 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e22. M2×5 Screws * 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e23. Soft Screw * 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24. Cable Tie (blue; black) * 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25. Vinyl Tape * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eH2S full packing list\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1. AP Board * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2. Heatbed * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3. Induction Hotend Rack Assembly * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4. Toolhead with X-Axis Assembly * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5. 0.4mm Induction Hotend with Hardened Steel Nozzle * 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6. 0.6mm Induction Hotend with Hardened Steel Nozzle * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7. 0.2mm Induction Hotend with Stainless Steel Nozzle * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8. Adjustment End Stop (left; right) * 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9. Nozzle Offset Calibration Sensor * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10. PTFE Tube Coupler * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11. 4-in-1 PTFE Adapter * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12. 4-in-1 PTFE Adapter Filament II Cleaning Pad * 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13. XY-Axis Belt * 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14. Belt Anchor * 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15. Belt Clamp * 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16. Purge Wiper * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e17. Induction Hotend Latch Actuator * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18. Buffer * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19. Filament Cutter Stopper (left; right) * 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20. Front Cover * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e21. Induction Hotend Mount Crossbeam * 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e22. Induction Hotend Lever Release Assembly Mounting Bracket * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e23. Textured PEI Plate * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24. PTFE Tube (185mm; 610mm; 590mm) * 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25. MC-TH Cable * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e26. Soft Screw * 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e27. Cable Tie (blue; black) * 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e28. Vinyl Tape * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e29. BT3×5 Screws * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30. M3×6 Screws * 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e31. BT3×8 Screws * 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32. M3×5 Screws * 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e33. BT2×12 Screws * 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34. M2.5×4 Screws * 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e35. BT2.6×8 Screws * 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36. M2.5×5 Screws * 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e37. M3×8 Screws * 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e38. M2×5 Screws * 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH2D or H2S; select the matching kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation estimate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 4–5 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShipping configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFive separate packages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHotends included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSix induction hotends\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I upgrade an H2D Pro?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer does not recommend upgrading H2D Pro to H2C. H2C does not retain Ethernet and WPA2-Enterprise connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs installation beginner-friendly?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe official page describes a lengthy upgrade requiring significant technical skill. Review the complete model-specific instructions before choosing this kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eAre the H2D and H2S kits interchangeable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. They contain different wiring, mechanical parts and hardware. Select your exact printer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/us.store.bambulab.com\/products\/vortek-upgrade-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOfficial product information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wiki.bambulab.com\/en\/h2c\/maintenance\/upgrade-from-h2d-to-h2c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eH2D to H2C Upgrade Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wiki.bambulab.com\/en\/h2c\/maintenance\/upgrade-from-h2s-to-h2c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eH2S to H2C Upgrade Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wiki.bambulab.com\/en\/h2c\/manual\/h2c-faq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eH2c faq\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bambu Lab","offers":[{"title":"H2D","offer_id":51038714822914,"sku":"BBL-677767883601870851","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"H2S","offer_id":51038714855682,"sku":"BBL-677767883601870855","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/8558\/8994\/files\/H2D.png?v=1794515303","url":"https:\/\/droneroboticstec.com\/products\/bambu-vortek-upgrade-kit","provider":"Drone Robotics Tech","version":"1.0","type":"link"}