MICROSWISS M3101 Flow Tech Hotend
Product Information
Specifications:
- SKU: M3101
- Compatible with: Creality K1, K1 Max, and K1C
- Includes: M3022 Hardware Kit, M3024 Hardware Kit
FAQ
Q: What should I do if the new hotend does not fit my printer model?
A: If the new hotend does not fit, double-check that you have selected the correct Copper Thermal Adapter for your printer model. Contact customer support for further assistance.
Q: Can I reuse the silicone sock from the original hotend?
A: It is recommended to use the new silicone sock provided with the FlowTech kit for optimal performance and compatibility.
Tools Required
- 1.5mm Allen wrench
- 2.0mm Allen wrench
- 7mm wrench
What’s in the box
- M3022 Hardware Kit
- Short Copper Thermal Adapter
- Long Titanium Mounting Screws (2x)
- M3024 Hardware Kit
- Long Copper Thermal Adapter
- Short Titanium Mounting Screws (2x)
- Silicone Sock
Heater Core - 0.4mm Nozzle
- Thermal Paste
- REMOVE THE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1
SAFETY / PREPARATION
- Unload the filament from the printer.
- Allow the hotend to cool down to room temperature.
- Power off the 3D printer.
- Disconnect the power cable.
STEP 2
REMOVE THE FAN SHROUD
(K1 Max Only)
- Remove the two screws holding the LiDAR sensor. (2.0mm Allen wrench)
- Remove the screws from both sides of the fan shroud and then pull the fan shroud off. (2.0mm Allen wrench)
- Disconnect the fan cable from the breakout board.
STEP 3
REMOVE THE SILICONE SOCK
Pull the silicone sock of 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.
STEP 4
REMOVE THE ORIGINAL HOTEND (Older K1 and K1 Max Only)
- Loosen the set screw in the back of the heatsink. (2.0mm Allen wrench)
- Remove the two screws holding the heater core. (1.5mm Allen wrench)
- Disconnect the heater and thermistor cables and remove the hotend.
STEP 5
PREPARE THE COPPER THERMAL ADAPTER
The FlowTech kit comes with two different Copper Thermal Adapters to accommodate both the old and new variations of K1 series 3D printers.
- Select the Copper Thermal Adapter that matches the diameter of the hole at the bottom of your 3D printer’s heatsink.
- Spread a thin coat of thermal paste onto the selected Copper Thermal Adapte
STEP 6
INSTALL THE COPPER THERMAL ADAPTER
- Insert the Copper Thermal Adapter into the heatsink.
(Older K1 and K1 Max Only) - While firmly pushing the Short Copper Thermal Adapter up into the heatsink, tighten the set screw in the back of the heatsink.
(2.0mm Allen wrench) - The newer K1 series heatsinks do not have a set screw in the back. The Long Copper Thermal Adapter will be held inside by the O-ring until the nozzle is installed.|
STEP 7
PREPARE THE TITANIUM MOUNTING SCREWS
- The FlowTech kit comes with two different pairs of Titanium Mounting Screws to accommodate both the old and new variations of the K1 series 3D printers.
- Gather the two Titanium Mounting Screws that are similar the length to your original hotend’s screws.
- Do not use the original hotend’s screws with the FlowTech hotend.
STEP 8
INSTALL THE HEATER CORE
- Attach the heater core using the selected 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 after installing the screws.
- Attach both the heater and thermistor connectors to the matching ports on the breakout board.
STEP 9
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.
STEP 10
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.
STEP 11
REINSTALL THE FAN SHROUD
- Reattach the part cooling fan connector to the breakout board.
- Attach the fan shroud and fasten using two screws.
(2.0mm Allen wrench)
(K1 Max Only) - Reattach the LiDAR sensor using two screws.
(2.0mm Allen wrench)
Documents / Resources
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MICROSWISS M3101 Flow Tech Hotend [pdf] Installation Guide M3101, M3101 Flow Tech Hotend, Flow Tech Hotend, Tech Hotend, Hotend |