Gordym wrote:I think a simple mod to the Peek would be to grind a flat spot on each side of the lower portion of the peek so a wrench would hold it.
I had that in my hot end replacement guide and it is absolutely essential. Now an 11mm spanner fits on the PEEK and a 10mm spanner on the nozzle. Comes undone easily every time.
In regards to the original post, I found the videos really interesting. I would love to know what laser cutter he is using. Most need an industrial setting but that looks like it might be on the limit of what you could run at home/in the garage.
I have just about finished designing the mk4 extruder that has support for quick hot end changes. The PEEK barrel with heater block and nozzle attached slips out the front without anything else being removed. I will post to here/Thingiverse this week.