What this hardened RepRap nozzle is for
The Micro Swiss Plated A2 Hardened Tool Steel Nozzle is a RepRap-style M6 nozzle for 1.75 mm filament with a 0.6 mm orifice. It is built for users printing abrasive materials and is designed to greatly improve nozzle life compared with standard nozzles in those applications.
Key features of the Micro Swiss 0.6 mm nozzle
- A2 tool steel construction for a more wear-resistant nozzle body.
- Heat treated to 57-62 RC for hardened performance in demanding printing conditions.
- TwinClad XT plating adds a protective surface finish to the nozzle.
- RepRap-style M6 thread for compatible hotends that use this common nozzle format.
- 0.6 mm orifice suited to users who want a larger nozzle size than 0.4 mm.
- Made in USA by Micro Swiss.
Why this nozzle is used for abrasive filament
This hardened steel nozzle is intended for abrasive filaments that wear softer nozzles more quickly. The Micro Swiss nozzle is specifically described for use with carbon fibre, stainless steel, wood-filled, and other metal-filled filaments.
Use cases for a 0.6 mm hardened steel RepRap nozzle
A 0.6 mm hardened nozzle is useful when printing filled materials that can erode standard brass nozzles. It fits workflows where longer nozzle life matters, including functional printing, repeat runs with abrasive composites, and general use with wear-heavy filament types.
Technical specifications
| Nozzle style | RepRap |
| Thread | M6 |
| Filament diameter | 1.75 mm |
| Orifice size | 0.6 mm |
| Material | A2 tool steel |
| Hardness | 57-62 RC |
| Coating | TwinClad XT |
| Country of manufacture | Made in USA |
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Micro Swiss Plated A2 Hardened Tool Steel Nozzle RepRap - M6 Thread 1.75mm Filament 0.6 mm
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