Easy Cleaning - Clogged 3D Printer Nozzle

Cleaning a clogged nozzle is very hard at times. This is an easy and cheap method to clean clogged nozzle.

1. Acetone (Nail polish remover)

2. Candle or Lighter

3. Needle

4. Aluminium foil

The higher the concentration of acetone lesser the time required.

I use nail polish remover because they are cheap and easy to get.

Leave it for 20-30 minutes.

Remove the plastic using a needle.

There will be plastic left over a the tip which cannot be cleaned using needle.

Wrap the nozzle in Aluminium foil. Leave the top end open so that the fumes can go out.

Hold the nozzle into the flame for around 5 minutes. Remove foil and check the nozzle

- If there is still plastic heat it again.

- If it is clean then wash the nozzle and remove any leftovers using needle.

Hold it near to any light source and check whether it is clean.