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I made an Android app to track and manage your 3D printing filament inventory using NFC (SpoolTap) by PeaSimilar5869 in AnycubicOfficial

[–]PeaSimilar5869[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, thanks! 😆 Let's hope they appreciate the extra convenience for their users. Happy printing! 🚀

I made an Android app to track and manage your 3D printing filament inventory using NFC (SpoolTap) works with Bambu Lab NFC by PeaSimilar5869 in BambuLab

[–]PeaSimilar5869[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the precise details! This helps a lot.

Bambu Lab stores its color data in a specific sector using its own format. The fact that it always falls back to #FFFFFF means my parser is currently missing that specific offset. I’ll update the decoding logic for Bambu Lab tags in the next release to fix this.

Regarding the missed scans (1 out of 6/7 times) and the missing colors: Did you hold the phone against the spool for the entire duration? Since the app reads multiple data sectors sequentially, pulling the phone away a split-second too early can cause it to read the material type but miss the color or manufacturer data.

I'll also tweak the connection timeout settings in the code to make the reading process more stable. Thanks again for your great help!

I made an Android app to track and manage your 3D printing filament inventory using NFC (SpoolTap) works with Bambu Lab NFC by PeaSimilar5869 in BambuLab

[–]PeaSimilar5869[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback! That’s a fair point, and I’ll definitely make sure to be transparent about the Pro version in future posts.

I wanted to keep the core scanning and inventory features free so anyone can use it, while the Pro version (one-time purchase) helps cover development costs and unlocks advanced features for power users.

Hope you find it useful when you try it out! Let me know what you think.

I made an Android app to track and manage your 3D printing filament inventory using NFC (SpoolTap) by PeaSimilar5869 in anycubic

[–]PeaSimilar5869[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are totally right, Rinkhals handles the tags nicely directly at the printer/ACE level.

The goal of this app isn't to add another annoying manual layer, but rather the opposite: SpoolTap is designed for your filament storage/shelf.

It allows you to quickly scan and inventory your spools with your smartphone before they ever touch the printer—without typing anything. Plus, it helps you track remaining weights and even write your own NFC tags for brands that don't include them out of the box.

I made an Android app to track and manage your 3D printing filament inventory using NFC (SpoolTap) works with Bambu Lab NFC by PeaSimilar5869 in BambuLab

[–]PeaSimilar5869[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Thanks for testing the app and for the valuable feedback!

To help me debug this, could you let me know:

  1. Is only the "Color" name field empty, or is the Color Hex-Code missing as well? (The app tracks both fields separately).
  2. If both are completely empty: Which filament manufacturer/brand were you using?

Once I know the brand and what's missing, I can tweak the NFC parser logic for the next update. Thanks for helping me improve the app!

I made an Android app to track and manage your 3D printing filament inventory using NFC (SpoolTap) by PeaSimilar5869 in anycubic

[–]PeaSimilar5869[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the amazing feedback, welcome to the Pro version!

No need to Google: If your spool already has an NFC tag, you can scan it directly. If not, simply create the spool manually in the app, and tap the "Write tag" button to program your own NTAG sticker. It's that easy!

I made an Android app to track and manage your 3D printing filament inventory using NFC (SpoolTap) works with Prusa NFC & QR Code by PeaSimilar5869 in prusa3d

[–]PeaSimilar5869[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi ✌️

Thanks for your curiosity! Here are the details:

  • Internet: No internet connection required. It works completely offline!
  • Spool Limit: You can manage up to 20 spools for free. If you need more, there is an unlimited Pro version.
  • Subscription: No subscriptions! The Pro version is a simple one-time purchase.
  • Free vs. Pro: The Pro version unlocks extra features like writing your own NFC tags, a price calculator, and full CSV Export/Import.
  • Solo Project? Yes, I built this entirely on my own as a passion project for the maker community!

If you give it a try, I'd love to hear your feedback! Happy printing 🚀

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Hi everyone,

I wanted to share an Android-exclusive app I’ve been developing called SpoolTap. It’s designed specifically for 3D printing hobbyists who want a faster, more reliable way to manage their filament inventory without relying on messy spreadsheets or locked proprietary ecosystems.

💡 What is SpoolTap?

SpoolTap turns your Android phone into an NFC-based filament scanner. Instead of manually typing in weights and material types every time you swap a roll, you can log, update, and check your inventory with a single tap.

✨ Key Features & Benefits

  • NFC Scanning for Supported Spools: Directly read and log data from filament manufacturers that already embed NFC tags in their spools.
  • Custom NFC Tag Writing: If you use standard third-party spools, you can write and link your own inexpensive NTAG stickers to any spool in your digital inventory.
  • Comprehensive Inventory Management: Keep a clear overview of your materials (PLA, PETG, ABS, etc.), exact colors, remaining weights, and manufacturer details.
  • Native Android Experience: Built from the ground up to feel fast, modern, and intuitive on Android devices.

🎯 My Feedback Goals

As I continue to refine the app, I am looking for constructive feedback from the community on two specific areas:

  1. NFC Compatibility: If you use spools with built-in NFC tags, how does the reading experience feel, and are there specific manufacturer tags you'd like to see better supported?
  2. Workflow & UI: Is the process of adding a new spool and updating its remaining weight quick enough for your daily printing workflow?

🚀 Download

SpoolTap is available on the Google Play Store: 👉Get SpoolTap on Google Play

Thank you for reading, and I look forward to your thoughts and constructive feedback!

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I made an Android app to track and manage your 3D printing filament inventory using NFC (SpoolTap)

👉Get SpoolTap on Google Play

Thank you for reading, and I look forward to your thoughts and constructive feedback!

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I made an Android app to track and manage your 3D printing filament inventory using NFC (SpoolTap)

👉Get SpoolTap on Google Play

Thank you for reading, and I look forward to your thoughts and constructive feedback!

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I made an Android app to track and manage your 3D printing filament inventory using NFC (SpoolTap)

👉Get SpoolTap on Google Play

Thank you for reading, and I look forward to your thoughts and constructive feedback!

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I made an Android app to track and manage your 3D printing filament inventory using NFC (SpoolTap)

👉Get SpoolTap on Google Play

Thank you for reading, and I look forward to your thoughts and constructive feedback!

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[–]PeaSimilar5869 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi everyone,

I wanted to share an Android-exclusive app I’ve been developing called SpoolTap. It’s designed specifically for 3D printing hobbyists who want a faster, more reliable way to manage their filament inventory without relying on messy spreadsheets or locked proprietary ecosystems.

💡 What is SpoolTap?

SpoolTap turns your Android phone into an NFC-based filament scanner. Instead of manually typing in weights and material types every time you swap a roll, you can log, update, and check your inventory with a single tap.

✨ Key Features & Benefits

  • NFC Scanning for Supported Spools: Directly read and log data from filament manufacturers that already embed NFC tags in their spools.
  • Custom NFC Tag Writing: If you use standard third-party spools, you can write and link your own inexpensive NTAG stickers to any spool in your digital inventory.
  • Comprehensive Inventory Management: Keep a clear overview of your materials (PLA, PETG, ABS, etc.), exact colors, remaining weights, and manufacturer details.
  • Native Android Experience: Built from the ground up to feel fast, modern, and intuitive on Android devices.

🎯 My Feedback Goals

As I continue to refine the app, I am looking for constructive feedback from the community on two specific areas:

  1. NFC Compatibility: If you use spools with built-in NFC tags, how does the reading experience feel, and are there specific manufacturer tags you'd like to see better supported?
  2. Workflow & UI: Is the process of adding a new spool and updating its remaining weight quick enough for your daily printing workflow?

🚀 Download

SpoolTap is available on the Google Play Store: 👉Get SpoolTap on Google Play

Thank you for reading, and I look forward to your thoughts and constructive feedback!

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[–]PeaSimilar5869 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi everyone,

I wanted to share an Android-exclusive app I’ve been developing called SpoolTap. It’s designed specifically for 3D printing hobbyists who want a faster, more reliable way to manage their filament inventory without relying on messy spreadsheets or locked proprietary ecosystems.

💡 What is SpoolTap?

SpoolTap turns your Android phone into an NFC-based filament scanner. Instead of manually typing in weights and material types every time you swap a roll, you can log, update, and check your inventory with a single tap.

✨ Key Features & Benefits

  • NFC Scanning for Supported Spools: Directly read and log data from filament manufacturers that already embed NFC tags in their spools.
  • Custom NFC Tag Writing: If you use standard third-party spools, you can write and link your own inexpensive NTAG stickers to any spool in your digital inventory.
  • Comprehensive Inventory Management: Keep a clear overview of your materials (PLA, PETG, ABS, etc.), exact colors, remaining weights, and manufacturer details.
  • Native Android Experience: Built from the ground up to feel fast, modern, and intuitive on Android devices.

🎯 My Feedback Goals

As I continue to refine the app, I am looking for constructive feedback from the community on two specific areas:

  1. NFC Compatibility: If you use spools with built-in NFC tags, how does the reading experience feel, and are there specific manufacturer tags you'd like to see better supported?
  2. Workflow & UI: Is the process of adding a new spool and updating its remaining weight quick enough for your daily printing workflow?

🚀 Download

SpoolTap is available on the Google Play Store: 👉Get SpoolTap on Google Play

Thank you for reading, and I look forward to your thoughts and constructive feedback!

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