MICRO SWISS M3104 FlowTech Hotend for Creality Installation Guide
- July 20, 2024
- MICRO SWISS
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MICRO SWISS M3104 FlowTech Hotend for Creality
Product Information
Specifications:
- SKU: M3104
- Product: Micro Swiss FlowTechTM Hotend for Creality K1C
- Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm
- Tools Required: 1.5mm Allen wrench, 2.0mm Allen wrench, 6mm
wrench, 7mm wrench
Product Usage Instructions
Step 1: Preparing for Installation
- Ensure you have all the required tools ready: 1.5mm Allen wrench, 2.0mm Allen wrench, 6mm wrench, 7mm wrench.
- Check the contents of the box which should include Silicone Sock, Heater Core, 0.4mm Nozzle, Titanium Mounting Screw (2x), Copper Thermal Adapter, and Thermal Paste.
Step 2: Removing Fan Shroud and Silicone Sock
- Before starting, make sure the hotend is at room temperature. Remove the fan shroud carefully.
- To remove the silicone sock, pinch and pull it over the ridge near the bottom of the stock hotend.
Step 3: Removing Nozzle and Heater Core
- Proceed to remove the nozzle by following the manufacturer’s guidelines.
- Remove the heater core from the hotend assembly.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Q: Can I use this hotend with other Creality models?
A: The Micro Swiss FlowTechTM Hotend is specifically designed for Creality K1C and may not be compatible with other models. -
Q: Do I need to apply thermal paste during installation?
A: Yes, it is recommended to apply thermal paste as per the installation instructions to ensure proper heat transfer.
SKU M3104
Micro Swiss FlowTech™ Hotend for Creality K1C
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tools Required:
- 1.5mm Allen wrench
- 2.0mm Allen wrench
- 6mm wrench
- 7mm wrench
What’s in the box:
- Silicone Sock
- Heater Core
- 0.4mm Nozzle
- Titanium Mounting Screw (2x)
- Copper Thermal Adapter
- Thermal Paste
SAFETY / PREPARATION
- Unload the filament from the printer.
- Allow the hotend to cool down to room temperature.
- Power off the printer.
- Disconnect the power cable.
REMOVE THE FAN SHROUD
- Remove the screws from both sides of the fan shroud. (2.0mm Allen wrench)
- Pivot the fan shroud back and then pull it up off of the carriage.
- Disconnect the part cooling fan cable from the breakout board.
REMOVE THE SILICONE SOCK
- Verify the hotend is at room temperature before touching it.
- Pull the silicone sock off of the heater core.
- There is a ridge near the bottom of the stock hotend so the silicone sock will need to be pinched and pulled over the ridge.
- REMOVE THE NOZZLE
- Unscrew and remove the original nozzle.(6mm wrench)
REMOVE THE HEATER CORE
- Remove the two screws that attach the heater core to the heatsink. (1.5mm Allen wrench)
- Disconnect the heater and thermistor cables from the breakout board.
INSTALL THE COPPER THERMAL ADAPTER
- Spread a thin coat of thermal paste to the copper thermal adapter, covering the surface between the bottom flange and the black o-ring (excluding the o-ring itself).
- Insert the copper thermal adapter into the heatsink.
FASTEN THE HEATER CORE
- Attach the heater core to the heatsink using the titanium mounting screws. (1.5mm Allen wrench)
- Position the heater core so that the cables extend towards the back of the printer.
- The heater core will still be free to wobble around even after tightening the two screws.
CONNECT THE HEATER CORE
- Attach both the heater and thermistor connectors to the matching ports on the breakout board
INSTALL THE NOZZLE
- Install and tighten the nozzle until it is snug.(7mm wrench)
- Recommended torque: 15 inch-pounds / 1.7 Newton Meters.
- There is no need to heat the hotend before tightening the FlowTech nozzle.
INSTALL THE SILICONE SOCK
- Align the cutout slot in the silicone sock with the heater core cables.
- Push the silicone sock up until it wraps around the top of the heater core.
REINSTALL THE FAN SHROUD
- Reattach the part cooling fan connector to the breakout board.
- Place the fan shroud over the print head.
- Install the two screws to secure the fan shroud.(2.0mm Allen wrench)