Description
The ALPHA PCD nozzle represents a significant leap in 3D printing performance. Its polycrystalline diamond encapsulated insert delivers exceptional hardness at 5000 Vickers HV, substantially exceeding tungsten carbide, making it ideal for abrasive filaments and demanding materials. The nickel-plated copper body ensures superior thermal conductivity and heat distribution, while the ultra-low friction coefficient (0.01) minimises clogs and flow inconsistencies for reliable, uninterrupted printing. Engineered to handle extreme temperatures and material stress, the ALPHA nozzle extends nozzle life and maintains print quality across challenging applications.
Compatible with V6, Prusa, K1C, K2P, and Qidi Plus4 systems.
Engineered For The Extremes
ALPHA nozzles feature an encapsulated polycrystalline diamond insert with a smooth nickel-plated copper body. This premium combination provides advantages over standard nozzles in thermal conductivity, hardness, maximum printing temperature, thermal expansion, and friction.
212% Harder Than Tungsten Carbide
For years, tungsten carbide has been regarded as the top choice material for abrasive material printing. Now, PCD is here to take the crown with a hardness of 5000 (Vickers HV), making the Alpha nozzle overqualified for printing the most demanding materials.
97.5% Less Friction Than Nickel
Clogs and inconsistent flow kill uptime. ALPHA combines the ultra-low friction coefficient of PCD (0.01) with an internal mirror-polished finish to help filament feed smoothly through the melt zone, reducing buildup and improving reliability.
30% Higher Heat Transfer Than Copper
Put heat where it matters most, right at the point filament exits the nozzle. With PCD thermal conductivity up to 500 W/m·K, ALPHA provides exceptional heat transfer, improving melt stability, flow consistency, and high-speed performance.
Key Product Specifications
- Nozzle Material: Encapsulated PCD tip + Nickel-plated copper body
- Filament Compatibility: All standard + highly abrasive filaments
- Max Temperature: 500°C+ (ready for high-temp engineering materials)
- Supported Form Factors: V6, Prusa, K1C, K2P, Qidi Plus4
- Ideal Use Cases: High-speed printing, production workloads, abrasive filament printing
Material Comparison (Performance at a Glance)
| Material | Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K) | Hardness (Vickers HV) | Max Print Temp (°C) | CTE (µm/m·°C) | Friction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brass | 109 | 150 | 300 | 18 | 0.5 |
| Copper | 385 | 37 | 500 | 16.7 | 1.3 |
| Hardened Steel | 22 | 1000 | 450 | 8 | 0.4 |
| Tungsten Carbide | 100 | 1600 | 550 | 4.5 | 0.5 |
| Ruby | 35 | 2000 | 550 | 5.3 | 0.2 |
| Silicon Carbide | 170 | 2800 | 550 | 4 | 0.2 |
| Polycrystalline Diamond (PCD) | 500 | 5000 | 500+ | 2.5 | 0.01 |
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Deliveries within Australia
For shipping prices, please use the above estimated shipping costs. Shipping costs depend on your location, order size, and desired courier service and provider. Orders are dispatched within the same or by next business day for in-stock products from local Brisbane Queensland warehouse depending on courier. Courier Please/Aramex rates are calculated only at checkout.
We highly suggest using AusPost Express for urgent deliveries or AusPost Standard for remote/rural areas. If you want us to manual quote freight for large complex order, please contact support for quote. As larger flat items and long product are shipped separately compared to general spares/filament to ensure those arrived safely. We suggest you pick a carrier and service you have good previous experience with for best delivery experience.
Aramex, CourierPlease, and AusPost Tracked Letter are excluded from same-day dispatch and will be dispatched within 1-3 business days. See our full policy and expectation: https://store.dremc.com.au/policies/shipping-policy
Our domestic shipping rates start at:
- from $9+ AusPost Standard Post (typically 2-10+ business days*, tracked)
- from $10 + AusPost Express Post (typically 1 to 4+ business days*, tracked)
- from $9+ Aramex, Courier Please) (typically 1-7+ business day* within Metro SE QLD/NSW/VIC/ACT, 3-12+ business days interstate, tracked) (We don't recommended this service for WA/TAS or urgent orders)
Pricing will depends on order size (weight/cubic size) and delivery location.
Please note that we do not offer any courier transit time guarantees or compensation if the item arrives later than expected. The provided ETA reflects the courier's estimated transit time after the item has been picked up. Please also account for an additional 1-3 business days for rural or remote areas or potentially delay with delivery network outside their controls such as localised weather events.
Please use below as shipping time frame expectations for metro area. All order will be ready to be pick up by courier by next business day or same day for some couriers, on rare occasional outside our control miss pickup by courier can occur, if that occurs item may be delay by 1-2 business day and we will make other arrangement to have item dispatch in a reasonable time frame.
https://auspost.com.au/service-updates/domestic-delivery-times
https://www.dhl.com/au-en/home/get-a-quote.html
https://www.aramex.com.au/media/2406/
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Delivery Method |
QLD |
NSW/ACT |
SA/VIC |
NT/WA/TAS |
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AusPost Express Parcel |
1-2 |
1-3 |
1-3 |
2-6 |
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AusPost Standard Parcel |
1-3 |
1-5 |
3-7 |
3-10 |
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DHL Express |
1-2 |
1-4 |
1-5 |
2-6 |
| Courier Please / Aramex | 1-7 | 2-7 | 3-7 | 10 - 15 |
Deliveries to New Zealand / World
All delivery to New Zealand / World is calculated based on selected service. Depending on situation, if we unable to send to country due to current world events, we may cancel your order. Please refer to below links for service updates/potential delays.
Please refer to AUSPOST Website for latest news and postage delivery time estimate to your area. https://auspost.com.au/service-updates/international-delivery-times
- Standard (Signature On Delivery & Extra Cover): 7-14+ Business Days to Metro Area
- Express (Signature On Delivery & Extra Cover): 5-10+ Business Days to Metro Area
- DHL: 1-5+ Business Days (Contact us for quote) For select region DHL pricing is available at checkout for general spares.
- Fedex/DHL are quoted at checkout, delivery time will depend on service and delivery location.
Please note that shipping rates/total order are not inclusive of any local taxes, duties or import fees when the shipment passes through customs in the country of delivery (unless specified at checkout). You may require to pay additional tax or custom duty, we cannot adjust order value.
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