Iron filament

[Vic]

Would printing with iron magnetic filament like this one for example
https://www.matterhackers.com/store/3d- ... c-iron-pla
Cause any problems on my Orion printer such as wearing out the printer head?

[Tincho85]

Yes, It seems that it's like the carbon fiber filament.
You will need a stainless steel nozzle or a brass nozzle plated with nickel.

**This filament is more abrasive than standard PLA. Be prepared to replace your nozzle and do 1st layer adjustment. Try a wear resistant and/or larger diameter nozzle for increased service intervals.

Source: http://www.proto-pasta.com/products/magnetic-iron-pla

[Jimustanguitar]

I'm just a spectator on this topic, but I do believe that the nozzle wear concern is less of a big deal than it's made out to be. Everybody that I know who's printed abrasive materials hasn't worn anything out yet. I'm sure it would happen over time, but I don't think it's nearly as bad as we're scared that it is.