Hotends - In stock
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Hotends for 3D Printers
he hotend is a key component of any FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) 3D printer, which is tasked with melting plastic filament and precisely applying it layer by layer to the print substrate, creating a physical object. It is a heated component that transforms the solid filament into a liquid form at a specific temperature that varies depending on the type of material used.
### Hotend Structure and Functions
**1. Heat Break**: The heat barrier separates the heated part of the hotend from the cooling system, preventing excessive heat from spreading upwards and causing "heat creep" that could lead to hotend blockage.
**2. Heater Block**: The heater block is the element that heats and transfers heat to the filament. It contains a heating element (usually a resistive cartridge) and a temperature sensor (thermistor) that together regulate the filament's melting temperature.
**3. Nozzle**. Nozzles can have different diameters, which affects the detail and speed of the print.
**4. Cooling Fins**. It is often supplemented with a fan for better cooling.
### Importance of Hotend for 3D Printing
- **Printing Accuracy and Quality**: The hotend temperature must be precisely controlled to achieve optimum viscosity of the filament being printed. This affects both print quality and detail accuracy.
- **Material Compatibility**: Different printing materials require different fusing temperatures. The universal hotend allows printing with a wide range of materials, from common PLA to specialty filaments such as TPU or nylon.
- **Clog Prevention**: A properly designed and maintained hotend minimizes the risk of clogging, a common problem that can disrupt the printing process.
The hotend is therefore the heart of the 3D printer, and its efficiency and proper functioning are essential for successful printing. The selection and maintenance of the hotend are key to achieving optimal printing results.
![BAMBU Lab (secondary production) nozzle CHT 0.2mm upgrade for Bambu Lab X1/ x1c p1p P1S hardened Steel](https://microware.s20.cdn-upgates.com/_cache/c/5/c5aed7503638a1311c6cde9f4ed22458-nozzle.png)
BAMBU Lab (secondary production) nozzle CHT 0.2mm upgrade for Bambu Lab X1/ x1c p1p P1S hardened Steel
3,81 € incl. VAT
![Bambu Lab Hotend Kit for 3D Printer Bambu Lab X1 X1C Combo P1P P1PS 500C Upgraded Plated](https://microware.s20.cdn-upgates.com/_cache/a/f/af0d5aea74f33c5e23e53360aa20c997-full-hotend-x1-1.jpg)
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Bambu Lab Hotend Kit for 3D Printer Bambu Lab X1 X1C Combo P1P P1PS 500C Upgraded Plated
43,69 € incl. VAT
![QIDI - X-Smart 3/X-Plus 3/X-Max 3 HARDENED STEEL hot end](https://microware.s20.cdn-upgates.com/_cache/1/5/15f1e5342d586a0bfb7bc3bf28753593-qidi-hs.png)
QIDI - X-Smart 3/X-Plus 3/X-Max 3 HARDENED STEEL hot end
62,11 € incl. VAT
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QIDI - X-Smart 3/X-Plus 3/X-Max 3 Brass hot end
55,18 € incl. VAT
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QIDI - X-Max 3/X-Plus 3/X-Smart3 hot end V2.0
57,98 € incl. VAT
![High Flow ObXidian™ HotEnd for Bambu Lab X1/P1 Series, 0,6 mm](https://microware.s20.cdn-upgates.com/_cache/6/0/601ed6e5403bcd82f780469c7e94d9ac-060-0.png)
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High Flow ObXidian™ HotEnd for Bambu Lab X1/P1 Series, 0,6 mm
154 € incl. VAT
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High Flow ObXidian™ HotEnd for Bambu Lab X1/P1 Series, 0,4 mm
154 € incl. VAT
![BIQU Panda Revo Hotend P1,Revo hotend in plug-and-print for Bambu Lab P1 series](https://microware.s20.cdn-upgates.com/_cache/e/d/ed80e7d4bc6f5603c34b062cffaaba09-biqu-panda-hotend-0.png)
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BIQU Panda Revo Hotend P1,Revo hotend in plug-and-print for Bambu Lab P1 series
186,86 € incl. VAT
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BIQU Panda Revo Hotend X1,Revo hotend in plug-and-print for Bambu Lab X1 series
186,86 € incl. VAT
![BEACON - Eddy Current Displacement Sensor for Surface Guidance and Sensing in 3D Printers](https://microware.s20.cdn-upgates.com/_cache/2/f/2f44d065e5c1157d0fa273f4759ea7f6-pmk4-4.png)
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BEACON - Eddy Current Displacement Sensor for Surface Guidance and Sensing in 3D Printers
174,75 € incl. VAT
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Bambu Lab - Hotend with 0.8 mm Nozzle - A1 series (Hardened)
18,46 € incl. VAT
![Obrázek (6) Obrázek (6)](https://microware.s20.cdn-upgates.com/_cache/2/f/2f44d065e5c1157d0fa273f4759ea7f6-pmk4-4.png)
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BEACON - Eddy Current Displacement Sensor for Surface Guidance and Sensing in 3D Printers
127,16 € incl. VAT
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Micro Swiss FlowTech™ Hotend for Creality K1, K1 Max
153,27 € incl. VAT
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CAPRICORN XS PTFE Bowden with extremely low friction, USA1.75mm, 2m
35,40 € incl. VAT
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Bambu Lab - Heatbed Unit - A1 mini
59,51 € incl. VAT
![A1_hotend_heating_assembly_1 A1_hotend_heating_assembly_1](https://microware.s20.cdn-upgates.com/_cache/8/8/88538a7a6036250fa91d408c20e01a4e-a1-hotend-heating-assembly-1.jpg)
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Bambu Lab - Hotend Heating Assembly - A1 mini
30,25 € incl. VAT
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Bambu Lab - Hotend Silicone Sock - A1 series
4,83 € incl. VAT
![A1_hotend_with_nozzle_0_4_mm_HS_1 A1_hotend_with_nozzle_0_4_mm_HS_1](https://microware.s20.cdn-upgates.com/_cache/f/f/ff3a9918ea07fcd47637f3bad94b7a16-a1-hotend-with-nozzle-0-4-mm-ss-1.jpg)
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Bambu Lab - Hotend with 0.4 mm Nozzle - A1 series (stainless steel)
17,27 € incl. VAT
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Bambu Lab - Hotend with 0.4 mm Nozzle - A1 mini (hardened steel)
23,64 € incl. VAT
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Bambu Lab - Hotend with 0.2 mm Nozzle - A1 mini
18,73 € incl. VAT
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Bambu Lab - Hotend with 0.6 mm Nozzle - A1 series (hardened)
18,16 € incl. VAT
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Bambu Lab - Hotend with 0.8 mm Nozzle - A1 series
16 € incl. VAT
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E3D Revo HotSide High Flow Fully Loaded, 24V, 60W, 4 nozzles
240,91 € incl. VAT
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E3D Revo Voron Full Kit, 24V, 4 nozzles
182,82 € incl. VAT
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![What is a nozzle for 3D CHT technology](https://microware.s20.cdn-upgates.com/_cache/4/3/4393a485019e1a0837a9e612c7f4cca0-cht.png)
What is a nozzle for 3D CHT technology
CHT (Coated Hotend Technology) for 3D printing is a way to improve the properties and performance of the printer nozzle. CHT nozzles are specially modified nozzles that have a special coating on their surface. This coating can be designed to improve the nozzle's wear resistance, increase its thermal conductivity, or reduce the material's adhesion to the nozzle. This allows printing with a variety of materials, including abrasive ones such as filled filaments, with greater speed and accuracy.
CHT technology can also include innovations in the design of the nozzle itself, such as improved geometries for more efficient material flow or better heat transfer. All of this leads to better print quality, faster printing and longer nozzle life.
The exact features and benefits of a CHT nozzle may depend on the specific manufacturer and the type of coating or nozzle modification. It is one of many approaches to improve 3D printing technology and expand the possibilities of what and how we can print.