Creativedex- that is a lot more replacing than I would think was normal. I am trying to recall, but I have replaced maybe one in over two years. I can't really even remember if It was replaced it was so long ago.
I have replaced a failing heater cartridge that had loosened in the housing, giving very erratic temp readings. Have you checked there for an issue.
hotend thermostat issue
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willnewton
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Re: hotend thermostat issue
I'm finally back to where I started two days ago!
A thread with some stuff in it I update every once in a while. viewtopic.php?f=8&t=9
See some of my stuff http://www.thingiverse.com/willnewton/favorites
A thread with some stuff in it I update every once in a while. viewtopic.php?f=8&t=9
See some of my stuff http://www.thingiverse.com/willnewton/favorites
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creativedex
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Re: hotend thermostat issue
My printers run as close to 24/7 as i can keep them running, so perhaps they are to be considered a consumable. It would be nice to get a baseline of typical life span to plan for which is why im asking the community... after i replaced the thermistor it started working just fine again... I must note that ive noticed that every time the thermistor is changed i must tweak the temp settings a few degrees... 5 degrees higher with this last change.