{"title":"Maintenance and Consumables","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.fh-grid {\n  display: grid;\n  grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;\n  gap: 24px;\n  margin: 30px 0;\n}\n\n.fh-card {\n  background: #fff;\n  border: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\n  border-radius: 18px;\n  padding: 24px;\n  box-shadow: 0 8px 24px #0001;\n}\n\n.fh-blue { border-left: 6px solid #0074d9; }\n.fh-green { border-left: 6px solid #26a641; }\n.fh-warn { background: #fff7ed; border-left: 6px solid #f97316; }\n\n.fh-grid \u003e .fh-card:last-child:nth-child(odd) { grid-column: 1 \/ -1; }\n\n.fh-card h2 {\n  margin-top: 0;\n}\n\n.fh-card ul {\n  margin-bottom: 0;\n}\n\n@media(max-width: 750px) {\n  .fh-grid {\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance and consumables\u003c\/strong\u003e covers the things that wear out, run low or need topping up: the greases and oils that keep motion smooth, the bits that keep a nozzle clear, and the adhesion and removal supplies you reach for on every print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fh-grid\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"fh-card fh-blue\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eLubrication\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTwo different jobs, and they are not interchangeable. Pick by where it goes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3D Printer Grease\u003c\/strong\u003e for lead screws and the Z-axis, where a thick film needs to stay put against gravity\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLubricating Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e for smooth rods and linear rails, where you want low drag and easy re-application\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"fh-card fh-green\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eNozzle and Hot End Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMost nozzle trouble is a partial blockage rather than a dead hot end:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNozzle Cleaning Needle Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e, five sizes from 0.2mm to 0.4mm, for clearing partial clogs. Always choose a needle smaller than your nozzle\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeatbed Nozzle Wiper\u003c\/strong\u003e for A1 and A2L printers, which clears filament residue before and during a print\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Grease\u003c\/strong\u003e for the heater cartridge and thermistor seats. This one conducts heat rather than lubricating anything\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"fh-card fh-blue\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eAdhesion and Print Removal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eGetting a print to stick, then getting it off again without damaging the plate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBIQU 3D Printing Adhesive\u003c\/strong\u003e for first-layer adhesion on stubborn materials and large flat bottoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3D Printer Scraper Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e for clean removal, mounted in a printable handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"fh-card fh-green\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eCompatible With Most Printers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe greases, oils, adhesive and needles work across Bambu Lab, Creality, Prusa, Elegoo, Anycubic and other FDM machines. One item here is model specific: the nozzle wiper is built for A1 and A2L printers. Check the individual listing for exact compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"fh-card fh-warn\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eLooking for the hardware rather than the consumables? See \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/printer-parts-upgrades\"\u003eParts and Upgrades\u003c\/a\u003e for the components that bolt on, or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3d-printing-tools-finishing-supplies\"\u003eTools and Finishing Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e for the tools you reach for at the bench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePair these with our range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pla-filament\"\u003ePLA\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/petg-filament\"\u003ePETG\u003c\/a\u003e filament, or browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/effect-patterned-build-plates\"\u003eeffect plates\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/biqu-plates\"\u003eBIQU build plates\u003c\/a\u003e for a full workshop setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll maintenance and consumables ship fast from our Sydney warehouse\u003c\/strong\u003e, with quick processing and reliable Australia-wide delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"scraper-blade","title":"3D Printer Scraper Blade for Print Removal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3D Printer Scraper Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e is a replacement stainless steel blade designed for use with printable scraper handles. Ideal for safely removing finished prints from build plates, this blade provides a simple and effective way to separate models from PEI sheets, effect plates and other build surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for compatibility with popular printable scraper handles used by Bambu Lab owners and the wider 3D printing community, the blade can be securely mounted into a printed handle to create a practical print removal tool. The thin precision-ground edge slides beneath prints, helping lift models from the build plate while reducing the risk of damaging the print surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're removing large functional parts, prototypes, decorative models or production prints, a quality scraper blade can make print removal faster, easier and more controlled. It is particularly useful when working with strong first-layer adhesion on PEI, textured build plates and specialty effect surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured from durable stainless steel, the blade provides long-lasting performance while resisting wear and corrosion during regular workshop use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement scraper blade for 3D printing applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with printable scraper handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for removing prints from PEI and effect plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin precision edge for controlled print removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable stainless steel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion-resistant finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for hobbyists, workshops and print farms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce stress when removing strongly adhered prints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving prints from textured PEI plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving prints from smooth PEI plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving models from effect plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkshop print removal tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduction and print farm workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral 3D printing maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePair with a compatible printed handle to create a simple and effective tool for removing 3D prints from your build plates.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bambu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48321293648126,"sku":"Blade","price":2.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/2338\/4318\/files\/heated-bed-scraper-blade.jpg?v=1782640633"},{"product_id":"heatbed-nozzle-wiper","title":"Heatbed Nozzle Wiper - A1\/A2L","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeatbed Nozzle Wiper for Bambu Lab A1 \u0026amp; A2L\u003c\/strong\u003e is a replacement nozzle cleaning pad designed to help maintain clean nozzle operation and reliable print quality. Installed on the printer's heatbed assembly, the wiper removes excess filament residue from the nozzle before and during printing operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular nozzle cleaning plays an important role in maintaining consistent extrusion and reducing unwanted filament buildup. By wiping residual material from the nozzle, the heatbed wiper helps minimise contamination between colours and materials while supporting cleaner first layers and more reliable printing performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured from durable heat-resistant material, the nozzle wiper is designed to withstand repeated cleaning cycles during everyday printing. It is an ideal replacement part for worn or damaged nozzle wipers and helps keep your Bambu Lab printer operating at its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for Bambu Lab A1 and A1 Mini printers, this replacement component is quick to install and helps maintain optimal nozzle cleaning performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement heatbed nozzle wiper for Bambu Lab printers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for A1 and A2L models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps remove excess filament from the nozzle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports cleaner first layers and print quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces nozzle contamination between prints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-resistant construction for long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal replacement for worn or damaged wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple installation and maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBambu Lab A1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBambu Lab A2L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine printer maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNozzle cleaning during print preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement of worn nozzle wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing filament residue buildup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting consistent print quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKeep your nozzle clean and your prints consistent with a replacement heatbed nozzle wiper designed for Bambu Lab A1 series printers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bambu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48321320583422,"sku":"Wiper","price":3.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/2338\/4318\/files\/Nozzle-cleaning-kit--for-A1series.jpg?v=1784415534"},{"product_id":"lubricating-oil","title":"Lubricating Oil","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\" style=\"font-family: inherit; line-height: 1.6; color: #222;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilamentHub Precision Lubricating Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for one job — keeping your printer's linear motion system smooth, quiet, and accurate, drop by drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 1.5em;\"\u003eA squeaky Z-axis or gritty rail isn't your printer dying, it's just dry. This low-viscosity, oil penetrates tight tolerances instead of sitting on top gumming things up, leaving a slick film that quiets noise, cuts friction-related ringing, and slows wear on rods, rails, and bushings over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 1.5em;\"\u003eBottles are 10ml of oil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"best-uses\" style=\"background: #f7f7f7; border-left: 4px solid #111; padding: 1.2em 1.4em; border-radius: 6px; margin-bottom: 1.5em;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0.8em; font-size: 1.15em; color: #111;\"\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5em;\"\u003eSmooth rods and linear rails on X\/Y\/Z axes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5em;\"\u003eLead screws and Z-axis assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5em;\"\u003eBushings and other sliding metal-on-metal contact points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuieting noisy gantries on long prints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-use\" style=\"background: #f7f7f7; border-left: 4px solid #111; padding: 1.2em 1.4em; border-radius: 6px; margin-bottom: 1.5em;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0.8em; font-size: 1.15em; color: #111;\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5em;\"\u003eApply 1–2 drops directly to the rod or rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5em;\"\u003eCycle the axis back and forth by hand to spread it evenly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA little goes a long way — this isn't motor oil, you don't need to soak anything\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Biqu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48483797926142,"sku":"Oil","price":4.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/2338\/4318\/files\/lubricating-oil.jpg?v=1782637518"},{"product_id":"biqu-3d-printing-adhesive","title":"BIQU 3D Printing Adhesive","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBIQU 3D Printing Adhesive\u003c\/strong\u003e is a liquid bed adhesive that does two jobs: it holds warp-prone prints flat against the build plate, and it acts as a release layer so finished parts pop off cleanly once the bed cools. The 60mL bottle has a sponge applicator head that spreads a thin, even coat across the plate, without the clumps and ridges a glue stick leaves behind, and one bottle covers roughly 100 full-plate applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplied to a warm plate, the adhesive grips the first layer hard for the whole print, including at high speeds. As the bed cools after the print finishes, the bond weakens and the part releases with little effort, so you are not levering at corners with a scraper. The residue is non-toxic and odourless, and wipes off with water, alcohol or soapy water when you want a fresh surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen You Actually Need It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonest answer: for everyday PLA on a textured PEI plate, you usually do not. Where this adhesive earns its spot on the bench:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarp-prone materials.\u003c\/strong\u003e ABS, ASA and carbon fibre nylons pulling corners off the plate is the most common failure with these filaments, and a thin coat of adhesive is the cheapest fix\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth and cold plate surfaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth PEI, glass and unheated beds all benefit from the extra grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtecting your plate.\u003c\/strong\u003e PETG and TPU can bond so hard to smooth PEI that removal tears the coating. A layer of adhesive between part and plate stops that\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge flat prints\u003c\/strong\u003e where any lifting at the edges ruins the part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorks with everyday PLA, PETG, ABS and TPU through to engineering blends like PET-CF, PAHT-CF and PA12-CF. BIQU's recommended bed temperatures when using the adhesive:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePLA:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 to 60°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePETG:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 to 80°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 to 110°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTPU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 to 45°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply a thin, even coat to a clean plate. Press the applicator head down gently and it flows on its own, so more is not better\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLet it dry to a light haze before starting the print\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReapply every few prints, or when parts stop gripping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWash the plate with warm soapy water once residue builds up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrinting abrasive carbon fibre blends like \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-cf\"\u003ePET-CF\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/petg-cf-filament\"\u003ePETG-CF\u003c\/a\u003e? This adhesive pairs naturally with them, and a fresh \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/biqu-plates\"\u003eBIQU build plate\u003c\/a\u003e if yours has seen better days. Ships fast from our Sydney warehouse with Australia-wide delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Biqu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48592171467006,"sku":"BiquGlue","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/2338\/4318\/files\/biqu-3d-printing-adhesive.jpg?v=1786745861"},{"product_id":"grease","title":"3D Printer Grease - Lead Screw \u0026 Z-Axis 20g","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e3D printer grease\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-temperature lubricant for the \u003cstrong\u003elead screws and Z-axis\u003c\/strong\u003e of your printer. Unlike a light oil, grease stays where you put it, so a vertical screw carrying the weight of the whole gantry keeps its film instead of shedding it down the thread after a few hundred hours of printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grease and Not Oil?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are not interchangeable, and using the wrong one is why a lot of Z-axes end up noisy again a fortnight after being lubricated. Oil is thin and penetrating, which suits smooth rods and linear rails where you want minimal drag. Grease is thick and stays put, which is exactly what a lead screw needs: the nut travels the same section of thread thousands of times, and gravity is working against anything runny. If your Z-axis clicks, binds, or leaves faint banding on tall prints, a dry lead screw is one of the first things worth checking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere to Use It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead screws and Z-axis assemblies\u003c\/strong\u003e, the job this grease is made for\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-backlash nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the nut rides constantly on the same thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow-moving metal contact points\u003c\/strong\u003e that a thin oil simply runs off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHome the Z-axis and switch the printer off at the wall\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWipe the old grease and grit off the screw with a lint-free cloth. Old grease holds abrasive dust, and layering fresh grease over it does more harm than leaving it dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply a thin bead along the thread from top to bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCycle the Z-axis up and down a few times so the nut works it into the thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWipe away the excess. A thin even film is the goal, not a packed thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce or twice a year is plenty for most machines. If your printer lives in a garage or workshop where dust settles on the screw, clean and re-grease more often rather than adding more grease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-temperature 3D printer grease\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e lead screws, Z-axis assemblies and slow-moving metal contact points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor smooth rods and linear rails, reach for our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lubricating-oil\"\u003eLubricating Oil\u003c\/a\u003e instead. The two do different jobs and most printers want both on the shelf. Ships fast from our Sydney warehouse with Australia-wide delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"FilamentHub Hardware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48868952113406,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/2338\/4318\/files\/3d-printer-grease-lead-screw-z-axis.png?v=1789387719"},{"product_id":"nozzle-cleaning-needle-kit-10pcs","title":"Nozzle Cleaning Needle Kit - 10pcs, 5 Sizes 0.2-0.4mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003enozzle cleaning needle kit\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you ten fine steel needles across five sizes, stored in a screw-top cylinder so they stay straight and do not end up bent in the bottom of a toolbox. They clear the partial blockages that quietly cost you print quality long before a nozzle jams completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat They Actually Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost nozzle trouble is not a full clog. A flake of carbonised filament or a speck of dust narrows the orifice, and the printer carries on extruding slightly less than the slicer is asking for. You see it as thin or gappy top surfaces, separation between perimeters, or a first layer that used to be perfect and no longer is. Pushing a needle through the hot nozzle clears that obstruction in under a minute, with no cold pulls and no teardown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMatch the Needle to the Nozzle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the part worth getting right. \u003cstrong\u003eAlways choose a needle smaller than your nozzle.\u003c\/strong\u003e For a 0.4mm nozzle, use 0.35mm or below. A needle the same size as the bore, or larger, will score or widen the orifice, and once it is out of spec every print afterwards over-extrudes slightly with no clean way to dial it back. Sizing down one step gives you room to clear the blockage without touching the walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake particular care with hardened steel and ruby-tipped nozzles. They cost far more to replace than a brass one, and they are not immune to a needle forced in at the wrong angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeat the nozzle to normal printing temperature for whatever material is loaded, so the blockage is soft. Never poke a cold nozzle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChoose a needle one size below your nozzle diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInsert gently from underneath and work it in and out a few times. Let the heat do the work rather than force\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePurge 20 to 30mm of filament to flush out what you loosened\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWipe the tip with a brass brush while it is still hot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 needles, 2 of each size\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 sizes spanning 0.2mm to 0.4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e screw-top cylinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits:\u003c\/strong\u003e any FDM printer with a standard brass, hardened steel or plated nozzle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeedles are a consumable, and they bend eventually, which is why these come two of each size rather than one. If a blockage will not shift after a couple of attempts, the nozzle is usually past saving and worth replacing rather than fighting. Browse the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3d-printing-tools-finishing-supplies\"\u003etools and finishing supplies\u003c\/a\u003e. 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It fills the microscopic air gaps between mating metal parts so heat moves through the joint instead of stalling at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIt Is Not a Lubricant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorth saying plainly, because the name causes genuine confusion: thermal grease does not lubricate anything. It is a thermal interface material, and its only job is conducting heat between two surfaces that are clamped together. If you are after something for lead screws, rails or smooth rods, you want our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lubricating-oil\"\u003eLubricating Oil\u003c\/a\u003e instead. Thermal grease on a lead screw does nothing useful, and lead screw grease inside a heater block is considerably worse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy a Hot End Needs It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo machined metal surfaces never really touch. Up close the contact is a handful of high spots with air trapped in the valleys between them, and air is a poor conductor of heat. That matters most where the heater cartridge sits inside its block. A cartridge with air gaps around it has to run hotter to push the same heat into the nozzle, and that shows up as temperature swinging mid-print, sluggish heat-up, and occasionally a thermal runaway error that ends the job. A thin film of grease displaces the air and closes the gap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere to Use It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeater cartridge into the heater block.\u003c\/strong\u003e The important one, and the most common cause of unstable hot end temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermistor into the block.\u003c\/strong\u003e Better contact means the temperature the printer reads is closer to the temperature the nozzle is actually at\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeatbreak into the heatsink and block\u003c\/strong\u003e, for consistent heat transfer across the threaded joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLet the hot end cool completely and switch the printer off at the wall\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClean old compound and residue from both surfaces with isopropyl alcohol\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply a thin film. A rice-grain amount is plenty for a heater cartridge, and more is not better\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReassemble and tighten normally so the surfaces pull properly together\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep it away from electrical contacts and connector pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal conductivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 W\/m·K\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creality\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplicator:\u003c\/strong\u003e tube with precision nozzle tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreality branded, but there is nothing printer-specific about it. Any FDM hot end with a cartridge heater and a thermistor benefits, whether that is a Creality, Bambu Lab, Prusa, Voron or something you built yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA 10g tube covers a lot of hot end rebuilds, so it is worth keeping alongside your \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cht-brass-hot-end-nozzle\"\u003espare nozzles\u003c\/a\u003e for the next time you strip things down. 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Swap one onto your iron in place of a normal soldering tip and it turns the iron into a proper heat-set insert tool, so inserts go into your 3D prints straight and centred every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Use a Dedicated Insert Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePressing an insert in with a standard pointed soldering tip works, but only just. The point sits loosely in the insert, heats it unevenly and lets it tip over as it sinks, so you end up with crooked threads and plastic smeared up into the bore. A heat-set tip has a stepped nose sized to the insert, so it locates inside the insert, holds it square and heats it evenly all the way round. The result is an insert that sits flush and straight, with clean threads ready for the bolt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is in the Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 brass tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e M2, M3, M4, M5, M6 and M8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne tip per insert size\u003c\/strong\u003e, so each insert sits snugly on the matching nose\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrass construction\u003c\/strong\u003e, which carries heat well from the iron into the insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: this set includes the tips only. A soldering iron is not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e You will need a 936-style soldering iron or station to use them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWith the iron \u003cstrong\u003ecold\u003c\/strong\u003e, fit the tip that matches your insert size, for example the M3 tip for M3 inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSet the iron to around the printing temperature of the part's material, then sit the insert on the tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLet the insert sink in under its own weight with light pressure. Forcing it pushes molten plastic out the bottom of the hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep the iron square to the part and stop just flush with the surface, then lift straight off and let it cool\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlways let the iron cool fully before changing tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits \u003cstrong\u003e936-style soldering irons and stations\u003c\/strong\u003e that take slip-on 900M-series tips. Check your iron's tip shaft before ordering if you are unsure, as other styles such as TS100, Pinecil and cartridge irons use different tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3d-printing-tools-finishing-supplies\"\u003etools and finishing supplies\u003c\/a\u003e. 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