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Upgrade hot end to print polycarbonate

Discussion in 'General Questions' started by pat sommer, Jan 24, 2017.

  1. pat sommer

    pat sommer New Member

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    Hi there, i have the r1, not plus.
    It seems to tap out around 245 degrees. its recommended to print polycarbonate at 300+.

    Is it possible for me to just upgrade the hot end? if so, which one, and how?

    Thanks!
     
    #1 pat sommer, Jan 24, 2017
  2. WheresWaldo

    WheresWaldo Volunteer ( ͠° ͟ʖ ͡°)
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    Yes, the E3Dv6 or Prometheus can be used instead, there are others. Maybe ask one of the moderators to move this thread into the proper section, since you mention it is an R1 not a C2 printer
     
    #2 WheresWaldo, Jan 25, 2017
  3. Geof

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    Moved the thread :D
     
    #3 Geof, Jan 25, 2017
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    The 245 is a firmware limitation, but the hotend upgrade is still a good idea if you want to print PC.
     
    #4 mark tomlinson, Jan 25, 2017

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