Orion Hotend - Cartidge Heater? Size? Good idea?

[peterdaly]

In the previous thread, I noted I blew the heating resistor...

Need something I can get fast an cheap...Amazon Prime is ideal.

Just found a thing on Cartridge Heaters vs. Resistors. Seems easier for a novice to switch out fast...no?...with better precision and life. ??

Is one easy to swap in? Attach to existing resistor leads? Is it a bad idea? And a very key question...what size?

Would this work?
Specification: 24V/40W
Size: Φ6*20mm
Diameter: 6mm
Cable length: 1M
Material: Stainless steel
http://www.amazon.com/Kamo-2pcs-Cartrid ... 6V5HQ222X8
[img]http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/4 ... 0,100_.jpg[/img]

[Eaglezsoar]

Your choice of cartidges are 24V and will not work on a Rostock.
You need this type: http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-PCS-Reprap-12 ... 339286131c" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

You would remove the resistors and insert ONE of the cartridges into ONE of the holes on the hotend , the other hole would be empty.
Add the appropriate connectors and you will be back in business.

[Nylocke]

What, Eagle, you want to be safe? You don't want 3 second heat up times? You don't want a fire hazard risk? That sounds crazy to me!

[nitewatchman]

For Amazon look at this one:

http://www.amazon.com/Reprap-Ceramic-Ca ... +cartridge" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[Eaglezsoar]

What, Eagle, you want to be safe? You don't want 3 second heat up times? You don't want a fire hazard risk? That sounds crazy to me!

I try to err on the side of caution, I have had too many exciting times and have decided to think before doing.