Hotend

Failing Z calibration (MK3S/MK2.5S)

The size of the extruder and the length of travel of the Z-axis is coded into the firmware. Therefore, if the assembly of the extruder, or the firmware for your extruder, is not…

How to replace a heatbreak/heaterblock/heatsink (MK3/MK2.5)

Err: PRINT FAN ERROR

PRINT FAN ERROR error message occurs when the print fan (the one at the front of the extruder) does not receive any RPM (Revolutions per Minute) readings. This can be caused by…

ASA

Basic info ASA is a technical material suitable for outdoor use, due to its high UV light and temperature resistance. Unlike other materials that are soluble in more dangerous…

ABS

Basic info Due to its high tenacity and temperature resistance, ABS is a technical material suitable for printing mechanically stressed parts. Its surface can be smoothed with…

PETG

Basic info PETG is one of the most easily printable materials, it is inexpensive and suitable for beginners. Relatively high tenacity and temperature resistance make it suitable…

PLA

Basic info PLA is one of the easiest materials to print. It is inexpensive and suitable (not only) for beginners. It’s usually used for printing detailed models, figures, and…

How to replace a hotend assembly (MK4 / MK3.9)

How to replace a heatbreak/heaterblock/heatsink (MK3/MK2.5)

Changing or replacing the Nextruder Hotend

Replacing the Nextruder Hotend assembly on your printer may differ depending on the specific model you own. This article outlines various approaches for replacing the Nextruder…

How to replace a hotend heatsink (MK4 / MK3.9)

How to replace a hotend assembly (MK4 / MK3.9)

How to replace a hotend assembly (CORE One)

Failing Z calibration (MK3S/MK2.5S)

The size of the extruder and the length of travel of the Z-axis is coded into the firmware. Therefore, if the assembly of the extruder, or the firmware for your extruder, is not…

How to replace a hotend PTFE tube (MK3S+/MK3S/MK2.5S/MMU2S)

How to replace a heatbreak/heaterblock/heatsink (MK3/MK2.5)

Extrusion stopped mid-print (Heat creep)

If your printer suddenly stops extruding filament, yet continues the print moves without reporting any error, you may be a victim of a heat creep. What does it look like Broadly…

Extruder noises

Filament grinding, which is accompanied by a “clicking” or "squeaking " sound coming from the extruder, usually happens when the extruder gears are unable to push the filament…

Changing or replacing the nozzle (MK2.5/S, MK3/S/+, MK3.5/S)

The Original Prusa MK2.5/S, MK3/S/+, and MK3.5/S use the E3D V6 Hotend. Any nozzle that is compatible with the E3D V6 Hotend can be installed on it. The stock nozzle that accompanies…

How to replace a hotend assembly (MK4 / MK3.9)

How to replace a heatbreak/heaterblock/heatsink (MK3/MK2.5)

Installing or changing the Nextruder V6 Nozzle Adapter

The Nextruder V6 Nozzle Adapter enables the use of V6-compatible nozzles on printers equipped with the Nextruder. Installing the Nextruder V6 Nozzle Adapter on your printer varies…

How to replace the Prusa Nozzle (CORE One)

Changing or replacing the Nextruder Hotend

Replacing the Nextruder Hotend assembly on your printer may differ depending on the specific model you own. This article outlines various approaches for replacing the Nextruder…

Changing or replacing the Prusa Nozzle

Replacing the Prusa Nozzle on your printer varies depending on the model of your printer. This article provides an overview of the different methods to replace the Prusa Nozzle,…

How to replace a hotend assembly (MK4 / MK3.9)

How to replace the Prusa Nozzle (MK4/MK3.9)

How to replace a hotend assembly (CORE One)

Extrusion stopped mid-print (Heat creep)

If your printer suddenly stops extruding filament, yet continues the print moves without reporting any error, you may be a victim of a heat creep. What does it look like Broadly…

Clogged nozzle/hotend (MK3.5/S, MK3S+, MK2.5S)

A 3D printer's hotend can get clogged. This article explains the most common causes of this issue, which are usually the same regardless of the printer type or model. We then have…

Changing or replacing the nozzle (MK2.5/S, MK3/S/+, MK3.5/S)

The Original Prusa MK2.5/S, MK3/S/+, and MK3.5/S use the E3D V6 Hotend. Any nozzle that is compatible with the E3D V6 Hotend can be installed on it. The stock nozzle that accompanies…

Cold pull (MK3/S/+, MK2.5/S, MK3.5/S)

A 'cold pull' is a technique that allows you to clean your printer’s nozzle and hotend from any material that may be stuck or burnt inside. You can also use it to clean your hotend…

Different nozzle types

The Prusa FFF printers are equipped with a brass nozzle. This article will review the main information about the nozzles that can be used with your printer. Brass has excellent…