The videos on this chanel are way better than any of the larger 3d printing channels. More info, less chaff, easy to follow steps with plain instructions. I used to byy paper models for my RPG games from the fatty dragon. Best money i ever spent on nonessential suppplies.
As I have just ordered my very first 3d printer today (Ender 3 V3 SE) I am now sure that I can set it up exactly like it should be. Thank you for making this series. I can't wait to get started now.
As a data point, I've got a MK3S that was assembled in September of 2020. According to the onboard statistics, it has just over 24days of print time (over 3yrs) , just over 1,700m of printed filament, and is on the original 0.4mm nozzle. I print ~80% prusament PETG, rest either prusament PLA or eSUN PLA+. I've been waiting for its print quality to be visibly affected so I've had an E3D Nozzle X since the machine hit the 6 month mark, but it's been fine thus far. Watched this video because I was thinking of swapping it out; I've got a ~52hr print using marble PLA coming up. Time printing and Filament type/length extruded are probably better metrics for guidance than age in months, unless I misunderstood and 4 months IS referring to the print time of the nozzle.
Great video. Just replaced my nozzle for the second time. Amazing difference in smoothness of print surface quality. I'm apicky guy when it comes to printing minis on FDM, and its amazing to see the difference the new nozzle makes to print qualityafter my 6months with previous nozzle.
I print all of the time, and I like being able to print abrasives - so I went ahead and got an ObXidian. My newest printer is direct drive, so I'll probably be good for a pretty long time.
Tungsten carbide is the way to go. Thermal performance similar to brass (at least way better than stainless) and it lasts literally forever rather than somewhat longer, even if you print GITD, wood fill, CF fill, etc.
Dead-on with the nozzle life estimate. When I print daily, four months is about as far as I can go before I'm forced to change the nozzle - and I just use regular PLA most of the time.
Nozzel erosion on my bambu lab printers is all about the increase in fiction in the nozzel. I can tell it needs a new nozzel when I get under extrusion on the purge line at the start of the print.
I have a Ender 3 Pro that just sat in the garage collecting dust for 4 years. Any recommendations on what to look for, anything that needs replacements etc before getting it back up and running?
Oh my .. I print 5-6 days a week and I'm changing my nozzle and bowden tube every 2 weeks! I'm getting a lot more erosion than this. Am I doing something 'wrong'? (Ender 3 Pro, PLA and PLA+ only, no other filaments)
@@Tombof3DPrintedHorrors ESun PLA+ and 3DPrinting Canada house brand PLA, 0.4mm brass nozzles (no idea brand, got them quite some time ago in bulk through Amazon).
@@Tombof3DPrintedHorrors I don't print as much as many others do, for that wear to be done in 4 months seems like so much. I'm only going through probably 4-5 1kg spools in a year, cheap nozzles has variances, while original expensive ones marked up too high locally
Yes and no. It won't erode as fast, but it doesn't conduct heat as fast as brass, so it takes longer to adjust to temperature changes, where brass maintains a constant temp better.
Ive used capricorn since day one of printing back 4 or 5 years ago. I havent looked to much into it but could possibly going back to the standard white PTFE tube give any benefits over capricorn?
I stopped using Capricorn as the tolerances were so tight some variations in filament diameter actually caused friction when feeding. I get great results with standard white PTFE tubes.
@@veritanudaThanks. I ended up reloading the video and the thumb up option returned. I've never seen that happen in all the years I have watched RUclips. And I watch quite a bit.
The videos on this chanel are way better than any of the larger 3d printing channels. More info, less chaff, easy to follow steps with plain instructions. I used to byy paper models for my RPG games from the fatty dragon. Best money i ever spent on nonessential suppplies.
Thank you for all of the content on maintaining a 3D printer! You are a great resource for the community.
Thank you :)
I noticed the quality of my prints started to go down and found myself at this video. Thanks!
As I have just ordered my very first 3d printer today (Ender 3 V3 SE) I am now sure that I can set it up exactly like it should be. Thank you for making this series. I can't wait to get started now.
Thanks, parts list is greatly appreciated.
Really very helpful stuff for newbies. Big hooray from Oz mate!
As a data point, I've got a MK3S that was assembled in September of 2020. According to the onboard statistics, it has just over 24days of print time (over 3yrs) , just over 1,700m of printed filament, and is on the original 0.4mm nozzle. I print ~80% prusament PETG, rest either prusament PLA or eSUN PLA+. I've been waiting for its print quality to be visibly affected so I've had an E3D Nozzle X since the machine hit the 6 month mark, but it's been fine thus far. Watched this video because I was thinking of swapping it out; I've got a ~52hr print using marble PLA coming up.
Time printing and Filament type/length extruded are probably better metrics for guidance than age in months, unless I misunderstood and 4 months IS referring to the print time of the nozzle.
Hi Tom. I wish I had of found your videos before I started my 3D printing adventure.
Very informative. Thankyou.
Great video! Thanks so much for sharing with us!!
Thanks for the guide. It is helpful to people who print without maintenence.
Great video.
Just replaced my nozzle for the second time. Amazing difference in smoothness of print surface quality.
I'm apicky guy when it comes to printing minis on FDM, and its amazing to see the difference the new nozzle makes to print qualityafter my 6months with previous nozzle.
Great info! ❤I will be rewatching when I get mine!
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Me and a mate started 3D printing with our V3 SE's, thanks for producing informative content.
thank you❤. just got a used ender 2 pro and learnt a lot from your videos. I am excited to learn more about 3d printing
Be sure to watch my videos on the Ender-2 Pro, they should help you a lot. The 2 Pro is my favorite Creality printer! :)
One of the best 3D printing channels!
Thank you. I have been having a lot of problems with my Ender 3... I will have to look at this next. Thanks
Just found you and love your solid explanations! Thanks
I love small channels with good content! Very informativ! Thanks a lot! Upvote and bell ❤
Really surprised the nozzle opening changed that much in a relatively short time. Guess I should take a look at mine
These videos help so much, thanks!
Amazing ! Thanks buddy
Thanks for the video! What are some of the tell tail signs of nozzle wear?
Well done. Another great video.
Thanks! :)
I print all of the time, and I like being able to print abrasives - so I went ahead and got an ObXidian. My newest printer is direct drive, so I'll probably be good for a pretty long time.
Tungsten carbide is the way to go. Thermal performance similar to brass (at least way better than stainless) and it lasts literally forever rather than somewhat longer, even if you print GITD, wood fill, CF fill, etc.
Nice work keep it going.
Thanks, Tom
Hey. Love the vids. Thanks!
Dead-on with the nozzle life estimate. When I print daily, four months is about as far as I can go before I'm forced to change the nozzle - and I just use regular PLA most of the time.
thanks for the tips
Thanks!
Tom, about how many kilograms of PLA until needing to replace the nozzle?
Nozzel erosion on my bambu lab printers is all about the increase in fiction in the nozzel. I can tell it needs a new nozzel when I get under extrusion on the purge line at the start of the print.
I have a Ender 3 Pro that just sat in the garage collecting dust for 4 years. Any recommendations on what to look for, anything that needs replacements etc before getting it back up and running?
neat thanks
Nozzle wear is so often overlooked it's scary.
Yes!
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Oh my .. I print 5-6 days a week and I'm changing my nozzle and bowden tube every 2 weeks! I'm getting a lot more erosion than this. Am I doing something 'wrong'? (Ender 3 Pro, PLA and PLA+ only, no other filaments)
What brand PLA and nozzles?
@@Tombof3DPrintedHorrors ESun PLA+ and 3DPrinting Canada house brand PLA, 0.4mm brass nozzles (no idea brand, got them quite some time ago in bulk through Amazon).
thats eroded using PLA? which color?
Gray. Any filament will erode a nozzle. Just look at what water does to rock with enough time. :)
@@Tombof3DPrintedHorrors I don't print as much as many others do, for that wear to be done in 4 months seems like so much. I'm only going through probably 4-5 1kg spools in a year, cheap nozzles has variances, while original expensive ones marked up too high locally
Leaving comment here.
Thanks :)
Would stainless be better??
Yes and no. It won't erode as fast, but it doesn't conduct heat as fast as brass, so it takes longer to adjust to temperature changes, where brass maintains a constant temp better.
i had enough time to leave this quick comment
Ive used capricorn since day one of printing back 4 or 5 years ago. I havent looked to much into it but could possibly going back to the standard white PTFE tube give any benefits over capricorn?
I stopped using Capricorn as the tolerances were so tight some variations in filament diameter actually caused friction when feeding. I get great results with standard white PTFE tubes.
@@Tombof3DPrintedHorrors Ill have to give them a try, thanks for all you do man!
One more possible reason why my prints fail.
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not sure why but theyoutube interface is not offering a choice for me to like the video. Only a thumbs down.
It is blank for some reason. Click where you expect it to be and it should register
@@veritanudaThanks. I ended up reloading the video and the thumb up option returned. I've never seen that happen in all the years I have watched RUclips. And I watch quite a bit.