Capricorn PTFE for MK2
I have had the MK2 since about it came out it has about 2 months of print time. lately, I have been getting resistance when inserting the filament. I think that the PTFE tube is going out.
I want to replace it with a Capricorn XS PTFE but I haven't seen anyone using it and the only threads that talk about it are for the MMU no the original MK2
Does anyone have any experience?
How do I install it? there is a Prusa guide but I have also seen where people use other tools to cut and shape the tube.
Re: Capricorn PTFE for MK2
no personal experience with this ptfe....
I would expect to shape as PJR identified for mmu except the length would be different. so I would leave the tube long then trim the top after trial fitting(in line with Prusa method...)
I would then briefly remove the tube, taper the inside at the top, a little, ensure the bore was clear, then re install the ptfe tube again... not forgetting to have the heatsink half a turn loose on the heatbreak, ensuring the ptfe was fully inserted and the black ring lifted, before finally tightening the heatsink, and reassembling the extruder
best of luck, Joan
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Re: Capricorn PTFE for MK2
Hi,
Yes I have installed the Capricorn PTFE tube.
I use the Capricorn tube with the smaller ID (the same as for the MMU).
Works fine.
I made it the same shape as the original one (length, camfering, etc)
Frans
Frans Krau
Europe, Holland, Apeldoorn
Re: Capricorn PTFE for MK2
Thank you guys! I will be buying this soon and give it a try. Thanks for your suggestions!
Re: Capricorn PTFE for MK2
I bought some too but haven't tried it yet. Going to put in in my other printers to see if I can take them to much higher temps.
Shame it's so pricey though! 😮