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Full machine-readable index: https://core-electronics.com.au/llms.txt # LulzBot Mini Aerostruder v2 Micro Tool Head **Type:** Product page · **SKU:** CE05868 · **Brand:** [LulzBot](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/lulzbot-australia) **Page:** https://core-electronics.com.au/lulzbot-mini-aerostruder-v2-micro-tool-head.html ([markdown](https://core-electronics.com.au/lulzbot-mini-aerostruder-v2-micro-tool-head.html.md)) ## Retired product This product is retired and no longer available for purchase. Replaced by: Ultimaker. **Replacement:** https://core-electronics.com.au/catalog/product/view/sku/Ultimaker ## How to buy - **Search the catalogue:** `https://core-electronics.com.au/search/{query}.md` (URL-encode the query; pages 2-3 at `search/{query}/{page}.md`; `search.md?q=` also works) - **Payment methods, purchase orders, policies and contact details:** https://core-electronics.com.au/llms.txt ## Description With this tool head, you'll be able to print layers as small as 0.05mm (50 microns) on a LulzBot 3D Printer. In the past with FDM Printing, getting to layer heights of less 0.10 and beyond was tricky, and only successful some of the time. Those times are gone, we've found this tool head is as reliable as ever but gives us the ability to print tiny parts with ease. If you're a jewellery maker, table-top gamer or engineer, this tool head is going to give you the quality you need! - **0.25mm E3D Titan Aero Extruder and Hot-End** - Teaming up with the industry leaders for extruder design, E3D, this tool head will bring makers a reliable option for small features in their 3D Prints. We're talking printable features as small as 0.5mm! That's tiny! - **0.05mm Layer Heights** - With the smaller nozzle you're able to print thinner layers. This means you'll have finer looking prints! - **2.85 (3mm) Filament** - The Micro Tool Head uses the same principles as all of the LulzBot tool heads, that means it's compatible with the 2.85mm filaments options. - **Material compatibility** - All of the easy-to-use favourites are well supported, including Poly-Lite PLA, nGen and others (including flexible options). As the nozzle opening is so small, it's recommended that you don't use filaments with fill materials in them (like WoodFill, CopperFill, etc) to avoid any potential blockages. - **360 degree part cooling** - Leveraging the Aero design of similarly named tool heads, this one comes with the centrifugal fan for complete part cooling. - **Compatible with LulzBot 3D Printers** - This tool head is specifically an upgrade for Mini 2 3D Printers from LulzBot, however, there are adapter plates available that allow you to use it with the Taz 5, Taz 6 and others. ### Installing and using the Micro Aero Toolhead The first thing you'll need to do when you get your new tool head removes your stock tool head off your 3D printer (or whichever you're using). There are a few bolts that come off quickly using the tool-kit provided with your printer and then you'll need to disconnect the wiring harness. Now install your Micro Aero in the reverse order of disassembly! That's all for the hardware. Now you'll need to plug it into to a computer running a newer version of Cura LulzBot Edition and flash the firmware of your printer so that it recognises the new tool-head. Finally, you'll need to dial in the Z-offset of your printer by using the front-panel controls. Once that's all taken care of you can dive in and print your first Micro Model! We're full-time maker's with plenty of touch time with these 3D Printers and all other Maker related stuff, so we get it. We write tutorials and make videos that help to explain maker things to makers. Here's a list of tutorials that you'll find handy in installing your tool head: 1. [Installing/Upgrading Cura LulzBot Edition](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/3d-printing/installing-cura-2-lulzbot-edition/) 2. [Flashing Firmware of your 3D Printer](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/3d-printing/installing-cura-2-lulzbot-edition/) 3. [Tuning your Z-Offset on your 3D Printer](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/3d-printing/tune-your-first-layer-z-offsets/) There's also [this great guide for installing the tool head](https://ohai.lulzbot.com/project/lulzbot-mini-2-lulzbot-sl-tool-head-installation/accessories/) available as part of Aleph Objects (LulzBot) Open Hardware Assembly Instructions website. If you scour through all of these tutorials and lose your way, get in touch with us or LulzBot support immediately to have us help you out. ### Parts in the box The Micro Aerostruder comes with: - One (1) LulzBot Aerostruder v2 Micro Tool Head (Fully Assembled) ### Technical Specifications - Required filament diameter: 2.85 mm diameter (3 mm) - Hot end temperature range: 120°C - 300°C - Nozzle diameter: 0.25 mm - Required power system: 24 Volts - Fans: (1) 5v 40 mm heat sink cooling fan, and (1) 24v centrifugal print cooling fan - Weight: 457.8 g (1.01 lbs) Included in your purchase is direct support from LulzBot professionals via support@lulzbot.com (available 24/7). As official retailers, we are able to offer [the same 90-day warranty](https://www.lulzbot.com/sites/default/files/aleph-objects-inc_standard-warranty_updated_8-29-2017.pdf)[](https://www.lulzbot.com/sites/default/files/aleph-objects-inc_standard-warranty_updated_8-29-2017.pdf) (from the date of purchase) as LulzBot does for this product. ## Guides for this product - [Tune your First Layer - Z Offsets](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/3d-printing/tune-your-first-layer-z-offsets/) ## Images - [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/a/e/aerostruder-micro2-1.jpg)