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In the 123-3D help centre, we answer all your questions about 3D software and printer settings, problems you may experience during or after 3D printing and other 3D-related topics.

The nozzle is an important part of the 3D printer. It is the last part through which the filament goes and can therefore have a lot of influence on the final 3D print. The nozzle not only affects the filament, but also the printing time and the strength of the object.

When do you use which type of nozzle?

There are many different nozzles on the market, but which one is right for you? Two factors play an important role when choosing a nozzle: the diameter and the material of the nozzle. The nozzles are made of different materials:
 

  • Bronze nozzles: This is the most common material for nozzles because it has good thermal conductivity and stability. This material is also often used because it is cheap and easy to use. The disadvantage of bronze print heads is that they are easily damaged. As a result, these nozzles are only suitable for non-abrasive materials.
     

  • Stainless steel print heads: This print head lasts longer than a bronze print head and is suitable for printing abrasive materials.
     

  • Hardened steel printheads: Compared to bronze and stainless steel printheads, these printheads last much longer. Furthermore, this material has the same qualities as the aforementioned nozzles.
     
  • Ruby tipped print head: Because this print head has a built-in ruby, it hardly wears. The ruby ​​makes the nozzle very suitable for printing abrasive materials, such as filament filled with metal or carbon.

What print head diameter should I have?

The nozzle determines how much filament is pressed out during printing. The larger the nozzle, the more filament can be pressed out. The most commonly used nozzle is the 0.4mm, but there are also print heads of 0.1mm or 1.0mm. The diameter not only affects the pressing of the filament, but also the quality of your 3D print.

 
Printheads > 0.4mm Printheads < 0.4mm
High strength High precision
Reduced printing time Easier to remove support
Fewer printhead problems

High-Quality Prongs/Covers 
Gets clogged quickly
 

Do you have another question?

Have you not been able to find the answer to your question in the overview above? At 123-3D.co.uk we are busy with 3D printing every day and we like to follow every development. We are happy to share the knowledge and experience that we have built up over the years with you in our 3D printing help centre!
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