Anonymous
Mar 24, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good quality, fast shipping
The stainless steel feels durable. It took a little effort to thread in initially, but once seated, it works great. Temperature stability seems improved compared to my old brass one.
Description
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| Brand | - |
| Category | Agricultural Machinery, Tools & Film / Irrigation Tools |
| Origin | - |
| Material | Stainless Steel and PTFE |
| Thread Size | M6 |
| Total Length | 30mm |
| Compatibility | Makerbot MK8 Extruder |
| Inner Diameter | 2.0mm |
| Outer Diameter | 6.0mm |
| Tube Type | PTFE Feeding Tube Included |
| Heat Resistance | Up to 250°C |
| Surface Finish | Polished |
| Package Contents | 1x Heat Break, 1x PTFE Tube |
Anonymous
Mar 24, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good quality, fast shipping
The stainless steel feels durable. It took a little effort to thread in initially, but once seated, it works great. Temperature stability seems improved compared to my old brass one.
Anonymous
Mar 18, 2026
Rating: 3/5
Decent but requires careful installation
The part itself is fine, but you need to be very careful not to overtighten it as the M6 threads can strip if you are not gentle. Works well once installed correctly.
Anonymous
Mar 14, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect fit for my MK8 setup
This heat break installed smoothly into my extruder. The threading is precise, and the PTFE tube fits snugly without any gaps. No more clogging issues since I switched to this part.
Anonymous
Mar 13, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid replacement part
Exactly what I needed to repair my aging printer. The dimensions match the specifications perfectly. Deducting one star only because the packaging was a bit flimsy.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Solved my under-extrusion problems
I was experiencing frequent jams, but this heat break with the PTFE liner fixed everything immediately. Highly recommend for anyone using a Makerbot style hotend.
Anonymous
Mar 05, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Great value for money
For the price, you cannot beat this. It includes the PTFE tube which saved me a separate purchase. Printing PLA and PETG has been flawless since installation.
Q: How long is the PTFE tube included in the box?
A: The included PTFE tube is approximately 50mm in length, which is sufficient to feed directly into the heat break for standard MK8 configurations.
Q: Can I use this for printing nylon filament?
A: While the heat break can handle the temperature, we recommend an all-metal heat break without PTFE for high-temperature filaments like Nylon or Polycarbonate to prevent degradation of the tube.
Q: Does the package include the silicone sock?
A: No, this package contains only the heat break assembly and the PTFE feeding tube. Silicone socks are sold separately.
Q: Is this compatible with E3D V6 hotends?
A: No, this heat break is specifically designed for Makerbot MK8 extruders with M6 threading. E3D V6 uses different dimensions and threading.
Q: What is the maximum temperature this can withstand?
A: The stainless steel and PTFE combination is rated for continuous use up to 250°C, making it suitable for PLA, PETG, and ABS printing.