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Universal Stainless Steel 40-Tooth Filament Drive Gear

₹93.00 (Inclusive of all taxes)
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This universal stainless steel filament drive gear ensures precise and consistent material feeding for your 3D printer. Featuring 40 teeth and a 5mm inner diameter, it offers durable, reliable performance essential for high-quality prints across various filament types.

Features

  • Durable stainless steel construction for extended lifespan and wear resistance.
  • 40-tooth design ensures precise, consistent filament grip and extrusion.
  • 5mm inner diameter provides broad compatibility with stepper motor shafts.
  • Enhances print quality by preventing slippage and improving material flow.
  • Universal design for seamless integration into many 3D printer extruders.

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Description

The Universal Stainless Steel Filament Drive Gear is a critical component for any FDM 3D printer’s extrusion system. Engineered for durability and precision, this 40-tooth gear reliably pushes filament into the hotend, playing a direct role in the accuracy and consistency of your printed parts. Its robust stainless steel construction makes it exceptionally resistant to wear, especially when processing abrasive filaments like carbon fiber composites or glow-in-the-dark materials.

Designed to fit standard 5mm stepper motor shafts, this drive gear serves as an excellent replacement or upgrade, ensuring optimal performance. By maintaining consistent filament feeding without slippage, it helps eliminate common printing issues such as under-extrusion, layer shifting, and inconsistent line widths. This translates directly into smoother surfaces, stronger parts, and an overall superior print quality, making it an essential upgrade for serious makers.

Key Features

  • Universal Compatibility: Designed to fit a wide array of 3D printer models and common extruder setups with 5mm motor shafts.
  • High Durability: Constructed from premium stainless steel, offering exceptional resistance to wear, corrosion, and abrasion from tough filaments.
  • Precise Filament Grip: The 40-tooth profile securely grips 1.75mm or 3mm filament (depending on setup) to prevent slippage during extrusion.
  • Consistent Extrusion: Ensures a smooth and uniform filament flow, critical for accurate layer adhesion and consistent print quality.
  • Easy Integration: Simple to install onto any 5mm diameter stepper motor shaft, facilitating quick maintenance or upgrade procedures.

Applications

  • Replacement part for worn or damaged extruder drive gears in FDM 3D printers.
  • Upgrade for enhanced filament grip and consistent extrusion performance.
  • Suitable for use with standard PLA, ABS, PETG, and abrasive filaments like carbon fiber or glass-filled materials.
  • Ideal for maintaining precise filament feeding in custom extruder assemblies.

Technical Specifications

Item TypeExtruder Drive Gear
MaterialStainless Steel
Inner Diameter (ID)5mm
Outer Diameter (OD)12mm
Height (H)11mm
Tooth Count40 Teeth
CompatibilityGeneral Purpose (5mm motor shaft)
Weight6g

Frequently Asked Questions

What filament types is this drive gear compatible with?

This stainless steel drive gear is compatible with standard 1.75mm and 3mm filaments, including PLA, ABS, PETG, and more. Its robust construction also makes it highly effective for use with abrasive materials such as carbon fiber-filled or glass-filled composites, offering extended durability.

How does the 40-tooth design benefit 3D printing?

The 40-tooth design ensures a consistent and secure grip on the filament, minimizing slippage. This precise engagement leads to more uniform extrusion, reducing issues like under-extrusion or inconsistent layer lines, thus improving overall print quality and reliability across various prints.

What motor shaft diameter does this drive gear fit?

This universal filament drive gear is specifically designed to fit stepper motor shafts with a 5mm inner diameter. This common specification ensures broad compatibility with a wide range of popular 3D printer models and custom extruder assemblies, making installation straightforward.

What are the main benefits of using a stainless steel drive gear?

Stainless steel offers superior wear resistance compared to brass or softer metals, especially when printing with abrasive filaments. This material choice significantly extends the lifespan of the drive gear, reduces maintenance frequency, and ensures long-term consistent extrusion performance without degradation.

Package Includes

  • 1 x Universal Stainless Steel Filament Drive Gear (40T, 5mm ID)

Additional Information

Weight 0.008 kg
Dimensions 2 × 2 × 2 cm