Qidi Tech 1 - Replicator 1 clone

[write2dgray]

I would like to print some abrasive filaments SteelFill and CF PETG. What would you guys recommend - is there a suitable nozzle swap or should I look at an all metal hotend?

Here are two options I was considering:
Steel Nozzle:
https://www.p3-d.com/collections/dur...truder-nozzles

All Metal Hotend:
https://www.amazon.com/Hotend-Nozzle.../dp/B01C3HEQZC

[DaveB]

I would like to print some abrasive filaments SteelFill and CF PETG. What would you guys recommend - is there a suitable nozzle swap or should I look at an all metal hotend?

Here are two options I was considering:
Steel Nozzle:
https://www.p3-d.com/collections/dur...truder-nozzles

All Metal Hotend:
https://www.amazon.com/Hotend-Nozzle.../dp/B01C3HEQZC

If you end up taking the hot end approach, you might check out jfkansas site. He makes some kits that might help with that changeover. I think there are some size differences that need to be considered if you are on a QiDi Tech printer. The web site for his store is http://store.wmdproducts.com/

[write2dgray]

Thanks for the tip DaveB. I'm looking at this widget:
http://store.wmdproducts.com/index.p...&product_id=70

The advantage of an all metal hotend I understand is the ability to print in excess of 250C without damage to the PTFE lining on the stock set-up. That said, I'm not sure this printer can get above 250C?

Whereas a replacement hardened steel nozzle simply reduces wear caused by abrasive filaments.

[DaveB]

I do not have an all metal hot end on my QiDi printer. I don't know what its top operating temperature might be.

[DaveB]

Finally replaced that darn noisy fan inside the QiDi.
Here is how I did it: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2379468

[write2dgray]

Added to my project list - thankd DaveB!


I recently discovered a couple of fanless power supplies that I had squirreled away for a different project which appear perfectly suited for this application (photo attached). I plan on swapping the stock one out at the same time for a very quiet solution .

[jfkansas]

Added to my project list - thankd DaveB!


I recently discovered a couple of fanless power supplies that I had squirreled away for a different project which appear perfectly suited for this application (photo attached). I plan on swapping the stock one out at the same time for a very quiet solution .

If you haven't figured it out yet, the QIDI and all Rep 1 clones use a 24v DC power supply.

[DaveB]

New QiDi "X-One-2"
http://imgur.com/DaTcriN.jpg
It's now an enclosed chamber.
Nothing on QiDi websites, no additional info from QiDi support. This is all I can find so far.

[jfkansas]

Hey there, I replied to your email.

Thanks for the tip DaveB. I'm looking at this widget:
http://store.wmdproducts.com/index.p...&product_id=70

The advantage of an all metal hotend I understand is the ability to print in excess of 250C without damage to the PTFE lining on the stock set-up. That said, I'm not sure this printer can get above 250C?

Whereas a replacement hardened steel nozzle simply reduces wear caused by abrasive filaments.

[DaveB]

Any QiDi users know how to coerce S3D and QiDi to pause for filament change when printing from an SD?