Glossary of 3D Printing Terms
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High Flow Hot End A high-flow hot end is designed to extrude filament at a much higher rate than standard hot ends, making it ideal for high-speed 3D printing or large nozzle diameters. These hot ends typically have larger melt zones, allowing filament to reach its melting point more efficiently. Materials like volcano-style hot ends from E3D are popular for high-flow applications. The benefit of using a high-flow hot end is that it reduces printing time while still maintaining good layer adhesion. However, it requires optimized cooling, extruder power, and retraction settings to avoid stringing or blobs. This upgrade is widely used in industrial and large-format printing. |
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