E3D V6 Heatbreaks

Heatbreak E3D V6. How it works

An integral part of any extruder is a heat break. The device of the heat break is quite simple. It is a hollow pin of a peculiar shape. You can get the best idea of ​​the appearance of the heat break bushing from this drawing:

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The E3D V6 heat break is designed with multiple types of threading. One thread allows it to be secured to the heating block, while the other is used to attach the cooling radiator. The radiator is mounted without the need for additional fasteners, simplifying the assembly of the hot end.

To prevent filament clogging and reduce friction, some E3D V6 heat breaks include a PTFE (Teflon) tube. The PTFE tube is positioned in a way that allows easy replacement without the need to disassemble the entire hot end.

If your heat break does not come with a PTFE tube, you can install one yourself.

Application of the E3D V6 Heatbreak 

The E3D V6 heat break is recommended for use in extruders fr om the same company. If you're building a custom project, it's important to pay close attention to the design and dimensions of the heat break.

The primary function of the heat break is to separate the extruder into two parts: the hot end, wh ere the heating block melts the filament, and the cold end, wh ere the radiator dissipates heat and feeds the filament. This structure ensures that heat is effectively drawn away from the filament, preventing it from melting prematurely outside the nozzle's melt chamber.

The E3D V6 heat break is commonly used in Bowden extruders.

Buy the E3D V6 Heatbreak

3DTrade specializes in selling 3D printers, spare parts, and consumables throughout Ukraine. You can purchase any part for your 3D printer from us, including the E3D V6 heat break at an affordable price for your extruder model.

If you encounter any difficulties in selecting the right heat break, feel free to call us, and we’ll gladly assist you!