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  1. Geof

    Geof Volunteer Moderator
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    Yessir. I run them both 100%
     
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    I wonder if the 40 watt heater is what makes the difference. Maybe the 30 watt just can't keep up.
     
    #22 Gage, Aug 2, 2016
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    The 40 watt is fantastic for sure, temp falls haven't been an issue since I swapped. 2 fans not perfectly positioned could very well overrun a heater.

    You could hook the other up and set the fans to 75% and see if that works
     
    #23 Geof, Aug 2, 2016
  4. Gage

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    Yeah I'll do that. I found a pack of 40 watt heaters on amazon, maybe I'll go ahead and order those with some more of the Proto Pasta filament that I have fallen in love with haha.
     
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    Hi gage, if your still using the just connector on the heater you will need some jst connectors as well as these heaters won't come with them.
     
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  6. Gage

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    Thanks for the heads up!
     
    #26 Gage, Aug 2, 2016
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    No problem buddy. You can re run the heater wires direct to the ramps board... I did but recently have swapped back to using the connectors
     
    #27 Geof, Aug 2, 2016
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    Are you using the stud type thermistor, or the Semi that comes with the E3D kit?
     
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    Im using the stock currently (normally use the stud)
     
    #29 Geof, Aug 2, 2016
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    Keep your eyes out for when e3d releases their silicone boot for the v6. That is supposed to help keep things like a parts fan from cooling it off too much I believe, among other things. I'm interested in getting one if they ever release it to try it out at least.

    Glad you figured it out. Seems like part fans are a cause in a lot of these temp issues.
     
    #30 danzca6, Aug 2, 2016
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