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Should I get a volcano Hotend?
Boasting 3x the volumetric flow rate of the standard V6, Volcano enables you to print bigger and stronger parts, faster. If you’ve got a printer with a large build volume then the Volcano HotEnd is a must-have.
How hot does a 3D printer hot end get?
around 300°C
They have an excellent balance between performance and safety. With a heater cartridge of 30W, a hotend can typically get up to around 300°C (572°F). This is more than enough to print standard plastics. Unless you plan to print high temperature materials like PEI and PEEK, this is sufficient.
Is Volcano HotEnd all-metal?
Customisable Switch up your HotEnd with the full E3D ecosystem of blocks, nozzles, and more! High Temperature Performance All-metal design for reliable high-temperature printing.
When Should a hot end be replaced?
Also, the hotend needs to be replaced if the extruder motor makes a clicking sound, or if the material leaks through the top of the hotend (around the two black screws), or if your print is incomplete (there is a visible lack of material in the structure of the print).
How does the volcano work in E3D printer?
The way the Volcano works is quite simple. E3D has increased the melt rate within the hotend by almost doubling the melt zone of the standard E3D-v6. This means that the thermoplastic remains in the hotend longer, absorbing more heat during its passage, so that a larger quantity of plastic can be extruded.
How much does the E3D volcano hotend cost?
The Volcano hotend is immediately available on the E3D website starting at just £20.00 (approximately $31). The hotend comes in a format compatible with 1.75mm as well as 3mm filament, and an entire package for each can be purchased, including 0.60mm, 0.80mm, 1.00mm, and 1.20mm diameter nozzles, for just £24.00 (approximately $37).
Why do I need a volcano printer for my printer?
Boasting 3x the volumetric flow rate of the standard V6, Volcano enables you to print bigger and stronger parts, faster. If you’ve got a printer with a large build volume then the Volcano HotEnd is a must-have.
Can a volcano be used as a hotend?
Sure, the Volcano may not be the hotend of choice when printing an object requiring intricate details and a high resolution, but if resolution doesn’t matter a whole lot, and print speed as well as strength of the object are important, the volcano hotend seems to be just what the doctor ordered.