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Hot End - Version Guide

Modified on: Thu, 1 Jul, 2021 at 9:07 PM

The guide below will help you determine which Hot-End generation (version) is installed in your Leapfrog Xeed 3D printer.

Leapfrog Xeed Hot End - Generation 1

Connector color thermistor: White or black
Nozzle: 0.35mm brass

Filament size: 1.75mm

Heatbreak: PTFE liner

Temperature sensor: NTC Thermistor - EPCOS 100k (4.7k pullup)

Max. recommended temperature: 250 ℃

Heatercartridge: 40W 24V [⌀7mm x 21.5mm)

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Extrude at ~ 225^o C.
Requires heated bed.
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Extrude at ~ 180-225^o C.
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Finer feature detail possible on a well calibrated machine.
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