AMS-assisted nozzle changers
Only the nozzle is swapped. The heat break, fans and extruder all stay on the machine and the AMS feeds filament.
Pros
- The smallest and cheapest thing to duplicate per tool.
Cons
- Depends on the AMS to feed and retract reliably.
- Load time on every material change.
- Mechanically complex swapping mechanism.
- Requires purchasing an AMS.
Systems
| Name | Origin | Max tools | Change time (s) | Total cost (USD) | Url | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AtomForm Palette 300 | Commercial printer | 36 | 12 | link | by MOVA; 12 nozzles native / up to 36 colours with 6x RFD-6 AMS | |
| Swapper3d (Bigbrain3d) | Commercial toolhead | 20 | 90 | link |