hi all need to replace hot end on k1 max bought the swiss but doesnt fit i now need to know which hot end for my machine please (only purchased in november 2024)
I think so but it didn’t fit
I noticed on the box it said k1max older version
Yes for the original version I think it went to unicorn nozzles after that. I don’t know how they transpose.
Hello @davie69 …!
Welcome to the Creality Forum…!
You could upgrade your K1 Max with this unicorn style hot end that is being put on the newer models and see how that works for you…
Here is a video on how to do it. (This video is for the K1 but the setup is the same except for the Lidar removal)
Thank you I’ve ordered one from Amazon
All you need is this kit for the unicorn heatsink.
@davie69 has the older style K1 Max hot end like mine. He can buy a Microswiss unicorn heat block or the Creality upgrade hot end.
The unicorn style won’t fit the older style unless you upgrade the heat block to accommodate the unicorn style nozzle.
I knew there was some different wonkiness in that model, cheers Jim.
I actually haven’t upgraded mine (yet) as it has been printing great. It’s still the old style…
Thanks for that but I’ve already returned it to Amazon
As long as it is all screwed in tight you won’t get blob of death. There is a unicorn style nozzle with a ceramic heatbreak that can break, not sure if it is a Creality nozzle or some other print manufacturer.
Or get the other kit for the non-unicorn
@Report_Processing Thank you for the links sir…
Great information and I have no problems being a fan of Microswiss products. All my Enders have them, sadly they don’t Qidi printers yet.