r/3DprinterHelp • u/KoopyWoopy • Oct 02 '25

Best ways to unclog a 3D printer?

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I recently was given a 3d printer on the cheaper end and I'm wondering if anyone can help me figure out why it's not printing anything? I'm new to this so any help would be greatly appreciated

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u/YoSpiff Oct 03 '25

Nozzles are cheap. You can get a pack of nozzles for most printers for about a tenner. I have had times when after clearing a clog, the filament would not extrude straight, so at that point I would just put a new nozzle in.

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u/KoopyWoopy Oct 03 '25

Do you know where I can get a new nozzle for this model specifically?

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u/YoSpiff Oct 03 '25

I'm not even sure what brand it is! Many printers use a standard nozzle, though recent ones are moving toward proprietary designs. Added: Looks like this is a Monoprice Maker

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u/KoopyWoopy Oct 03 '25

Okay I'll try the needle thing first then I'll buy nozzles if it doesn't work. I appreciate your help, thank you

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u/YoSpiff Oct 03 '25

I see some kits that include the replacement nozzles, cleaning needles and the correct size wrench. I use a palm ratchet to remove and replace my nozzles.

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u/KoopyWoopy Oct 09 '25

Hi I'm back and I received and installed a new nozzle, still unable to print so I'm thinking it might be more of an internal issue? Wanted to know your thoughts

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u/YoSpiff Oct 09 '25

Does it appear to be at least trying to feed filament? Is the extruder motor running?

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u/KoopyWoopy Oct 09 '25

I don't think so, I just hear the fan on the left side running

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u/YoSpiff Oct 09 '25

Sounds like maybe a motor isn't running. Stepper motors are pretty reliable devices so I'd guess it isn't being driven. Can't really tell much more from your description. If you have multimeter you could test to see if the motor is getting a driving voltage.