{"product_id":"12v-50w-heater-cartridge-3d-printer-parts-hotend-heating-tube-6-20mm-high-temperature-for-e3d-v6-volcano-heaterblock","title":"12V 40W\/50W Heater Cartridge for 3D Printer Hotend – 6×20mm (E3D V6 \/ Volcano Compatible)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  @import url('https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=DM+Sans:wght@400;500;600;700\u0026display=swap');\n  .nzn-desc .tagline{font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:17px;line-height:1.7;color:#333;border-left:3px solid #e07e2c;padding-left:16px;margin-bottom:32px}\n  .nzn-desc .section-title{font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:15px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.08em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#e07e2c;margin-bottom:14px}\n  .nzn-desc .specs-table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-bottom:32px;font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:14px}\n  .nzn-desc .specs-table tr{border-bottom:1px solid #ebebeb}\n  .nzn-desc .specs-table tr:last-child{border-bottom:none}\n  .nzn-desc .specs-table td{padding:10px 8px}\n  .nzn-desc .specs-table td:first-child{color:#888;width:42%;font-size:14px}\n  .nzn-desc .specs-table td:last-child{font-weight:600;color:#1a1a1a}\n  .nzn-desc .uses-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:10px;margin-bottom:32px}\n  .nzn-desc .use-item{background:#f7f7f7;border-left:3px solid #e07e2c;padding:12px 14px;font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.5;color:#2a2a2a}\n  .nzn-desc .note{background:#fafafa;border:1px solid #e8e8e8;border-radius:4px;padding:14px 16px;font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:13px;color:#888;line-height:1.6}\n  .nzn-desc .note strong{color:#555}\n  .nzn-desc .setup-box{background:#f0f7ff;border-left:3px solid #4a90d9;padding:14px 16px;font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:13px;color:#2c4a6e;line-height:1.7;margin-bottom:32px;border-radius:0 4px 4px 0}\n  .nzn-desc .faq-item{margin-bottom:12px}\n  .nzn-desc .faq-q{font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:13.5px;font-weight:700;color:#1a1a1a;margin-bottom:3px}\n  .nzn-desc .faq-a{font-family:'DM Sans',sans-serif;font-size:13.5px;color:#555;line-height:1.5;padding-left:14px;border-left:2px solid #e07e2c}\n  .nzn-desc hr.divider{border:none;border-top:1px solid #ebebeb;margin:28px 0}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nzn-desc\" style=\"max-width:1200px;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"tagline\"\u003eAn upgraded 6×20mm heater cartridge for E3D V6, Volcano, and compatible 3D printer hotends. 304 stainless steel body with imported 2080 nickel-chrome heating wire — built for consistent high-temperature performance and a longer service life than standard cartridges. Available in 40W and 50W variants, both at 12V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"divider\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"section-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40W (Red wire)  \/  50W (White\/Black wire)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeating Element Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 × 20mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e304 stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2080 nickel-chrome alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 metre (A end: 10cm  \/  B end: 90cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Cross-Section\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5mm² high-temperature wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Temperature (40W)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~310°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Temperature (50W)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~350°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Thermistor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHT-NTC100K (sold separately)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"setup-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e40W (Red)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Standard output. Max ~310°C. Suitable for PLA, PETG, ABS, and most common filaments. Identified by red cable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e50W (White\/Black)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Higher output. Max ~350°C. Better suited for high-temp filaments (PA, PC, ASA) and faster heat-up times. Thicker 0.5mm² cable for improved heat resistance. Identified by white\/black cable.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"divider\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"section-title\"\u003eCompatible Hotends\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"uses-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"use-item\"\u003eE3D V6 (all variants)\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"use-item\"\u003eE3D Volcano\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"use-item\"\u003ePhaetus Dragon \u0026amp; Dragonfly\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"use-item\"\u003eSlice Copperhead \u0026amp; Mosquito\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"use-item\"\u003eAny hotend with a 6×20mm heater cartridge slot\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"use-item\"\u003eMost Prusa MK2 \/ MK3 compatible hotends\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"divider\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"section-title\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep the element dry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNever expose the cartridge to moisture during installation or use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector placement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoute electrical connectors outside the insulation layer and heating chamber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDo not exceed rated voltage by more than 10%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarthing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnsure the heater block \/ shell is properly earthed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnvironment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax 95°C ambient — no explosive or corrosive gases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStore in a dry location when not in use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"divider\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"section-title\"\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003eHow do I install the cartridge safely?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eSlide the cartridge fully into the heater block slot, then tighten the grub screw gently — firm enough to hold it in place, but not so tight as to crush the stainless body. Route the cable away from the heater block using a cable guide or clip. Always perform a PID autotune after installing a new cartridge.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003eDoes this come with a thermistor?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eNo — the thermistor is sold separately. This cartridge is compatible with the HT-NTC100K thermistor. Your existing thermistor can often be reused when replacing just the heater cartridge.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003e40W or 50W — which should I choose?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eFor most printers running PLA, PETG, and ABS, the 40W is sufficient. Choose 50W if you print high-temp filaments like PA (Nylon), PC, or ASA, or if you want faster heat-up times. Both use the same 6×20mm form factor and are direct drop-in replacements.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"divider\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"note\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thermistor sold separately. Select your required wattage (40W or 50W) from the variant selector before adding to cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NZN Electronics","offers":[{"title":"12V 50W (White\/Black)","offer_id":42663894777952,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12V 40W (Red)","offer_id":42663894810720,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/6127\/0112\/files\/IMG_3458.jpg?v=1774512238","url":"https:\/\/www.nznelectronics.co.nz\/products\/12v-50w-heater-cartridge-3d-printer-parts-hotend-heating-tube-6-20mm-high-temperature-for-e3d-v6-volcano-heaterblock","provider":"NZN Electronics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}