# Snapmaker Innovation Fund Phase 1 — Winners Announced

**URL:** <https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/snapmaker-innovation-fund-phase-1-winners-announced/43598>\
**Category:** News and Announcements\
**Created:** [October 10, 2026, 10:33am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/snapmaker-innovation-fund-phase-1-winners-announced/43598 "2026-10-10T10:33:02Z")\
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**Author:** ![rtwfroody](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/rtwfroody/32/32172_2.png) [@rtwfroody](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/rtwfroody)\
**Post date:** [October 11, 2026, 12:56am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/snapmaker-innovation-fund-phase-1-winners-announced/43598/9 "2026-10-11T00:56:39Z")

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Had AI put together links to each project with a short description:

| Tier | Project |
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| 1 | **[Full Multi-Nozzle Printing](https://github.com/LixNix-Swap-Org/Snapmaker-Orca)** by LixNix |
| | Snapmaker Orca fork that slices with a different layer height for each extruder, so one print can mix nozzle sizes. |
| 1 | **[Paxx12 Snapmaker U1 Extended Firmware](https://github.com/paxx12-snapmaker-u1/SnapmakerU1-Extended-Firmware)** by paxx12 |
| | Repackaged U1 firmware that adds SSH and debugging access plus extra camera, touchscreen, and Klipper-metrics support. |
| 1 | **[multiACE](https://github.com/decay71/multiACE)** by decay71 |
| | Klipper integration that runs up to four Anycubic ACE Pro units (16 spools) on a U1, with mid-print swaps and runout failover. |
| 2 | **[AFC-Klipper-Add-On](https://github.com/AFCProject/AFC-Klipper-Add-On)** by jimmyjon711 |
| | Hardware-agnostic Klipper filament-changer software (the BoxTurtle stack) for adding more colors and materials to the U1. |
| 2 | **[BMCU-Klipper](https://github.com/jarczakpawel/BMCU-Klipper)** by Paweł Jarczak |
| | Connects BMCU filament units to Klipper printers like the U1, supporting up to 32 channels with parallel, pre-planned swaps. |
| 2 | **[Bespok3d](https://bespok3d.app)** by unlucio |
| | App store and package manager for Klipper printers that installs plugins and modules in one click without a terminal. |
| 2 | **[FOrcaSlicer](https://github.com/jiyang1018/FOrcaSlicer)** by jiyang1018 |
| | OrcaSlicer fork with “Color Patch” for painting a surface color over a different core material, plus mixed nozzle sizes. |
| 2 | **[Miniskyline](https://miniskyline.com)** by Joseph Olson |
| | Web tool that generates printable 3D models of cities, terrain, and celestial bodies. |
| 2 | **[OrcaSlicer-ImageMap](https://gitlab.com/sentient_stardust/orcaslicer-imagemap)** by Sentient Stardust |
| | OrcaSlicer mod that maps image textures seamlessly onto model surfaces using per-layer CMYK-style patterns. |
| 2 | **[Sidecar 16-Color MMU](https://github.com/dcan999/Sidecar-Beta)** by Eric Nelson |
| | Open-development multi-material unit that extends the U1 to 16 colors. |
| 3 | **[Bambu 2 Orca](https://bambu2orca.kuzuriao.com/)** by Kuzuri Ao |
| | Converts Bambu Studio / MakerWorld 3MF files into U1-ready projects while preserving their print settings. |
| 3 | **[Kromacut](https://github.com/vycdev/Kromacut)** by Victor-Iulian Sandu |
| | Online tool that turns 2D images into layered full-color prints matched to your filaments, with 3D preview and STL/3MF export. |
| 3 | **[Lumina Studio](https://github.com/MOVIBALE/Lumina-Layers)** by Big fat cat |
| | Image-processing tool for multi-color layered (overprinted) flat prints that works across printers. |
| 3 | **[MakerWorld to Snapmaker U1](https://github.com/Dragon2203/makerworld-to-snapmaker-u1)** by Noesen Nico |
| | Browser extension that converts MakerWorld print profiles into native U1 projects locally, with no upload. |
| 3 | **[OrcaFS-NeotkoCM](https://github.com/sebsucmor-alt/OrcaFS-NeotkoCM)** by Neotko |
| | Orca Full Spectrum mod that adds color and toolpath blending between layers for gradient and fabric-like effects. |
| 3 | **[SindriCAD](https://github.com/MakerViking/sindricad)** by Thomas Haugen |
| | Open-source, cross-platform parametric 3D editor built U1-first, with per-part color assignment and export. |
| 3 | **[U1 Print Hub](https://github.com/dlgambill/u1hub)** by Daniel Gambill |
| | Self-hosted dashboard for multiple U1s showing progress and temps, with remote filament swaps and usage stats. |
| 3 | **[U1 Slicer For Android](https://github.com/taylormadearmy/u1-slicer-for-android)** by Kevin Bernitz |
| | OrcaSlicer-based Android app for slicing and sending U1 prints from a phone or tablet. |
| 3 | **[UI Rework for Full-Spectrum](https://github.com/ratdoux/OrcaSlicer-FullSpectrum/releases/tag/v0.9.12)** by Xipit |
| | Redesigned mixed-filament UI for the OrcaSlicer Full Spectrum branch, with a new sidebar and filament management. |
| 3 | **[ditherforge](https://github.com/rtwfroody/ditherforge)** by Tim Newsome |
| | Dithers full-color textured models down to the U1’s 4 filament colors and repairs meshes for printing. |

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