# Hardware **URL:** https://forum.lulzbot.com/c/general/hardware/9.md?page=3 [Latest](https://forum.lulzbot.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.lulzbot.com/categories.md) **Page:** 4 --- ## [SE 0.5 toolhead loss of extrusion, filament grinding](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/se-0-5-toolhead-loss-of-extrusion-filament-grinding/26037)
**Author:** [@tk4b](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/tk4b)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2023, 5:46pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/se-0-5-toolhead-loss-of-extrusion-filament-grinding/26037 "2023-10-25T17:46:45Z")
I have 6 TAZ6 printers that all have SE 0.5mm toolheads on them and these toolheads drive me crazy: they experience loss of extrusion because of filament grinding all the time. Like multiple times a week. For context … --- ## [Mini 2 Y Axis misalignment](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/mini-2-y-axis-misalignment/25918)
**Author:** [@LeVazquez](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/LeVazquez)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2023, 5:17pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/mini-2-y-axis-misalignment/25918 "2023-08-14T17:17:45Z")
Hello, I was working with my Mini 2 just fine with the .5 mm toolhead. I made the change to the .25 mm toolhead and started to have a rare issue I never had before. The Y axis is moved, and causes a “collision” when tr… --- ## [Service Bulletin: Thermistor Issue in Aerostruder and Dual Extruder v3 Tool Heads](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/service-bulletin-thermistor-issue-in-aerostruder-and-dual-extruder-v3-tool-heads/5654)
**Author:** [@Orias](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/Orias)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2023, 10:25pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/service-bulletin-thermistor-issue-in-aerostruder-and-dual-extruder-v3-tool-heads/5654 "2023-10-17T22:25:15Z")
Thank you for your patience while we investigated and confirmed our findings. There have been some reports that some printers equipped with the Aerostruder and Dual Extruder v3 tool heads were encountering temperature r… --- ## [Lulzbot modular etched print bed heater](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/lulzbot-modular-etched-print-bed-heater/25980)
**Author:** [@JMB85](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/JMB85)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2023, 5:33pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/lulzbot-modular-etched-print-bed-heater/25980 "2023-09-06T17:33:52Z")
I just installed the new glass modular etched print bed heater from LulzBot but every time I try to print the nozzle seems like it is too far away from the bed itself so it messes up the print and I have to stop my print… --- ## [Increasing Flow Rate](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/increasing-flow-rate/25922)
**Author:** [@LeVazquez](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/LeVazquez)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2023, 9:05pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/increasing-flow-rate/25922 "2023-08-26T21:05:12Z")
Hello everyone. I have a Mini 2 with both the .5mm and .25mm micro extruders. Specifically speaking on the micro extruder, I want some advice on how to make prints faster. I don’t know much enough yet to play with the … --- ## [How long should the bed PEI sheet last?](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/how-long-should-the-bed-pei-sheet-last/6217)
**Author:** [@Rousse](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/Rousse)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2018, 10:05pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/how-long-should-the-bed-pei-sheet-last/6217 "2018-11-09T22:05:57Z")
Is there a ballpark number of prints that the PEI sheet should last? I’m having trouble it developing bubbles raising off the glass. I’m going onto my third one in ~18 months, printing about 10 items a month. I mostly p… --- ## [Feedback on ease of toolheads](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/feedback-on-ease-of-toolheads/25860)
**Author:** [@TimPostma](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/TimPostma)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2023, 9:12am UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/feedback-on-ease-of-toolheads/25860 "2023-07-22T09:12:16Z")
My favorite toolhead style was the lulzbot mini v1.03 because the toolhead was a lot more user friendly vs now from my point of view, others are welcome to have their opinions are their free speech just as much as mine --- ## [Help with continuity test](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/help-with-continuity-test/25831)
**Author:** [@LeVazquez](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/LeVazquez)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2023, 4:22am UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/help-with-continuity-test/25831 "2023-07-12T04:22:21Z")
Hello everyone, I am having a problem with my mini 2. It was working fine, with no problems. Suddenly this happened: Wen starting a print, when the nozzle comes down and is supposed to touch the first washer, it goes … --- ## [Different sized nozzles for Dual Extruder taz pro](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/different-sized-nozzles-for-dual-extruder-taz-pro/25785)
**Author:** [@Tmitchell](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/Tmitchell)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2023, 4:11pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/different-sized-nozzles-for-dual-extruder-taz-pro/25785 "2023-06-23T16:11:28Z")
I recently upgraded to a Dual extruder for my Taz pro and was wondering if I could use my nozzle out of my other printer head to help increase some print time. my other print head has a 1.2MM nozzle in it and the dual e… --- ## [Auto Level Failing + Loose Wire](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/auto-level-failing-loose-wire/25677)
**Author:** [@starrkramervz](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/starrkramervz)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2023, 7:59pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/auto-level-failing-loose-wire/25677 "2023-05-16T19:59:50Z")
Hi Lulzbot Support, I am having some auto leveling issues on my Lulzbot taz pro. When the printer goes through the auto leveling process it is pressing too hard on the washer and sometimes missing the washer comple… --- ## [I can't raise my Z offset high enough for my new Wham Bam bed plate](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/i-cant-raise-my-z-offset-high-enough-for-my-new-wham-bam-bed-plate/24953)
**Author:** [@Psykologikal](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/Psykologikal)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2023, 7:28pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/i-cant-raise-my-z-offset-high-enough-for-my-new-wham-bam-bed-plate/24953 "2023-04-14T19:28:40Z")
I just got a Wham Bam magnetic bed for my Taz 6. I removed the PEI sheet from the stock heated bed and attached the magnetic sheet directly to the glass with the heater still attached to the bottom. When I put the bed i… --- ## [How to repair broken Molex pin?](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/how-to-repair-broken-molex-pin/25532)
**Author:** [@mcamou](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/mcamou)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2023, 7:37pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/how-to-repair-broken-molex-pin/25532 "2023-04-12T19:37:32Z")
I have a TAZ 5. I accidentally broke off one of the pins in the toolhead wiring harness. Can anyone tell me whether it can be repaired and if so what I need? Otherwise, how can I get a replacement harness? I live in Spai… --- ## [not able to print a file](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/not-able-to-print-a-file/6368)
**Author:** [@YDIDUC1](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/YDIDUC1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2023, 12:12pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/not-able-to-print-a-file/6368 "2023-04-09T12:12:49Z")
Having issues printing a file https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/geiod-model.stl I can open it in Cura 21.00 and can see the file but won’t print correctly. I can not open it in Cura 3.2.32. Keep getting errors “Scal… --- ## [Raise Toolhead using the LCD knob](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/raise-toolhead-using-the-lcd-knob/25511)
**Author:** [@eagertolearn](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/eagertolearn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2023, 3:08pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/raise-toolhead-using-the-lcd-knob/25511 "2023-04-01T15:08:10Z")
Hi all, I’m using a Lulzbot Taz 6. Would you please share the exact steps to take to raise the toolhead to clear the nozzle using the LCD screen knob? I found the X, Y and Z axis listed but when I press on each of th… --- ## [Using the pro dual extruder on a TAZ 6](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/using-the-pro-dual-extruder-on-a-taz-6/23853)
**Author:** [@trashcat](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/trashcat)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 3:15pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/using-the-pro-dual-extruder-on-a-taz-6/23853 "2023-03-30T15:15:55Z")
So I’m in a position to acquire a TAZ 6 for a very reasonable price, and was wondering why the TAZ Pro dual extruder isn’t listed as compatible with the TAZ 6, Workhorse, etc. Does the lifting print head feature require … --- ## [Latest Printer fix on Taz 6](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/latest-printer-fix-on-taz-6/24955)
**Author:** [@ranek](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/ranek)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 11:33pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/latest-printer-fix-on-taz-6/24955 "2023-03-29T23:33:43Z")
Anyone have to disassemble or unscrew part of the TAZ 6 printer yet? I just had the standard arm that comes with the printer break to hold up the filament. So, I just got on Autodesk Fusion 360 and took a picture of the… --- ## [Y Axis Not Reaching Limit Switch](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/y-axis-not-reaching-limit-switch/25455)
**Author:** [@emilyin3d](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/emilyin3d)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2023, 9:44pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/y-axis-not-reaching-limit-switch/25455 "2023-03-14T21:44:05Z")
I powered up my Taz 5 after a long storage period. When I did an Auto Home the y axis kept moving backwards and made a grinding sound. I realized that if I manually depressed the limit switch, everything worked and that … --- ## [Taz 6 X axis problem](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/taz-6-x-axis-problem/24852)
**Author:** [@Chen](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/Chen)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2023, 12:15pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/taz-6-x-axis-problem/24852 "2023-03-08T12:15:29Z")
Hi, I would like to ask questions about my Lulzbot is Taz 6. When I print a model which is vertical extruded, it finally printed the model with layers shifted forward. Sometimes, it made some noise like “kakakkaaaa” whe… --- ## [Taz 6 Dual extruder v3 stripping filament](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/taz-6-dual-extruder-v3-stripping-filament/25381)
**Author:** [@rbliss](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/rbliss)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2023, 9:40am UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/taz-6-dual-extruder-v3-stripping-filament/25381 "2023-03-02T09:40:22Z")
I took over my high school’s makerspace and was inherited two lulzbot taz 6’s. While I am familiar with CAD design and printing with a 3D printer, I am fairly new at troubleshooting printers. After working with students… --- ## [Taz Workhorse Bed](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/taz-workhorse-bed/25259)
**Author:** [@PWn3R](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/PWn3R)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2023, 1:33am UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/taz-workhorse-bed/25259 "2023-02-22T01:33:36Z")
I bought a Taz Workhorse second hand last year in March. I’ve made a few fixes (PEI on the bed was gone when I bought it, you try printing for the first time ever straight on smooth clean glass) and adjusted a few things… --- ## [IDC crimpers and parts for LCD](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/idc-crimpers-and-parts-for-lcd/25262)
**Author:** [@eraserhd](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/eraserhd)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2023, 3:16pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/idc-crimpers-and-parts-for-lcd/25262 "2023-02-21T15:16:38Z")
I upgraded my TAZ5 to the new RAMBO 1.4, which came with new LCD cables that match the new connectors on the board. These cables are working, but they are still quite short. I removed the DB25 from the enclosure but ca… --- ## [Adding an printer that is not in the printer list menu](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/adding-an-printer-that-is-not-in-the-printer-list-menu/25284)
**Author:** [@lrusmiselle](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/lrusmiselle)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2023, 4:14am UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/adding-an-printer-that-is-not-in-the-printer-list-menu/25284 "2023-01-27T04:14:27Z")
Hello, I am hoping for some help. I download this program but it does not list my printer Makely Ender 3 pro in the options menu. Does this mean I can not use this program or is there a way to add mine to it? Thanks … --- ## [Nozzle thread size for Lulzbot Pro](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/nozzle-thread-size-for-lulzbot-pro/25279)
**Author:** [@BetsyG](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/BetsyG)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2023, 8:43pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/nozzle-thread-size-for-lulzbot-pro/25279 "2023-01-26T20:43:21Z")
Very simple question: I need to replace the nozzle on my Lulzbot Pro. The stock nozzle was a 0.5mm, so I figured I would stick with this since I’m a teacher and want to keep things simple in here. I was looking to get in… --- ## [Taz6 Z axis coupler replacement](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/taz6-z-axis-coupler-replacement/25201)
**Author:** [@sanduskyserpents](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/sanduskyserpents)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2023, 10:09pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/taz6-z-axis-coupler-replacement/25201 "2023-01-12T22:09:54Z")
The RH Z axis coupler on my Taz 6 is binding. I have ordered new ones but I can not get the original set screws out. Any suggestions on how to remove with out drilling? --- ## [Source files for pro dual extruder toolhead](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/source-files-for-pro-dual-extruder-toolhead/25156)
**Author:** [@trashcat](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/trashcat)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2022, 2:53pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/source-files-for-pro-dual-extruder-toolhead/25156 "2022-12-27T14:53:38Z")
So I’ve been trying to figure out what it would take to make my own pro dual extruder toolhead and get it to work on a taz 6 with an archim2 board. I’ve tried locating the source files for the pro dual extruder toolhead,… --- ## [Best Bed replacement for Lulzbot Taz Pro](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/best-bed-replacement-for-lulzbot-taz-pro/25139)
**Author:** [@starrkramervz](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/starrkramervz)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2022, 4:36am UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/best-bed-replacement-for-lulzbot-taz-pro/25139 "2022-12-24T04:36:22Z")
Hello Support, TAZ Replacement Bed I would like to replace the bed for the Lulzbot Taz Pro. I don’t have a good understanding of the different types of bed for specific materials, bed vs heating pad, or PEI sheets. The… --- ## [Taz 6 dual extrusion?](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/taz-6-dual-extrusion/24327)
**Author:** [@Warbirds](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/Warbirds)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2022, 5:42pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/taz-6-dual-extrusion/24327 "2022-12-20T17:42:14Z")
Is there a means to convert a Taz 6 dual extruder to 1.75 filament? I have a Taz 6 Dual extruder V3- I have never set it up. --- ## [Spare Textured TAZ Pro/Workhorse Magnetic Flex Sheet](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/spare-textured-taz-pro-workhorse-magnetic-flex-sheet/25127)
**Author:** [@Lenigan96](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/Lenigan96)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2022, 11:29pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/spare-textured-taz-pro-workhorse-magnetic-flex-sheet/25127 "2022-12-13T23:29:06Z")
I got the new Spare Textured flex sheet for my Workhorse. It’s not working as expected… The grip I get is really bad. My standard laminate PEI has a considerably stronger grip. I don’t know if I’m the problem or its the … --- ## [Taz 6 Dual Extruder Temps Swapped?](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/taz-6-dual-extruder-temps-swapped/25099)
**Author:** [@idyllic](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/idyllic)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2022, 6:22pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/taz-6-dual-extruder-temps-swapped/25099 "2022-12-04T18:22:42Z")
I’ve been going crazy trying to troubleshoot the dual extruder I’m using on my Taz 6. I’m printing PLA on Extruder 1 and PVA on Extruder 2, but I’ve had very problematic issues with the temperature for each extruder. I’v… --- ## [Right side Z-axis moves up more than left](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/right-side-z-axis-moves-up-more-than-left/24951)
**Author:** [@mike\_taz4](https://forum.lulzbot.com/u/mike_taz4)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2022, 3:46pm UTC](https://forum.lulzbot.com/t/right-side-z-axis-moves-up-more-than-left/24951 "2022-11-01T15:46:07Z")
I have an on-going problem with my TAZ 4 (upgraded to a TAZ 5). After every print, the right z-axis stepper motor always has moved up a little more than the left motor. I recently completed several prints that are 235 … [Previous page](https://forum.lulzbot.com/c/general/hardware/9.md?page=2) [Next page](https://forum.lulzbot.com/c/general/hardware/9.md?page=4)