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- Model: V6-Heatsink-Compact
Model:
V6
V6 Compact
V6DM
Compact aluminium heatsink for building a hotend with V6-style components. It has an M7 × 1 lower heatbreak thread, a 4.2mm internal guide and an integrated pneumatic retention system for PTFE tubing with a 4mm outside diameter.
It can be used in Bowden configurations and in certain direct-drive assemblies. Its compact design retains the characteristic upper V6-style mounting groove for installation in compatible supports.
Main features
- Material: machined aluminium.
- Format: compact V6-style heatsink.
- Lower heatbreak thread: M7 × 1.
- Internal passage diameter: 4.2mm.
- Designed for 4mm outside-diameter PTFE tubing.
- Integrated upper pneumatic fitting.
- Fitting locking clip.
- Upper V6-style groove mounting.
- Circular cooling fins.
Nominal dimensions
- Overall height: approximately 42.7mm.
- Maximum outside diameter: approximately 22.3mm.
- Finned-section height: approximately 26mm.
- Upper flange diameter: approximately 16mm.
- Filament or PTFE guide: 4.2mm.
- Indicated lower threaded length: approximately 15.1mm.
Compatibility
Compatible with V6-style heatbreaks using an M7 × 1 upper thread, including certain stainless-steel all-metal versions and PTFE-lined versions.
Compatibility with a particular hotend or extruder may be partial. In addition to the M7 thread, check:
- Heatbreak length and geometry.
- Final heater-block and nozzle position.
- Toolhead mounting system.
- PTFE tube outside diameter.
- Available space for the fan and airflow duct.
It should not be confused with the Trianglelab V6DM heatsink with M2.5 top mounting, as they use different mounting systems.
Bowden and direct-drive use
In a Bowden configuration, the upper fitting retains the PTFE tube and allows it to pass through the 4.2mm guide to a compatible heatbreak. This reduces the unsupported filament path.
For direct drive, it may be used when the support and extruder correctly align the filament inlet. Sharing V6-style components does not guarantee direct fitment in every toolhead.
Cooling
Continuous airflow is required while the hotend is hot. Install a fan and support capable of directing air through the heatsink fins.
Insufficient cooling can cause heat creep, premature filament softening, increased friction and jams.
Recommended assembly
- Check the heatbreak thread and length before assembly.
- Install the heatbreak according to the procedure for the complete hotend.
- Cut the PTFE tube cleanly and square.
- Push it fully into position to prevent internal gaps.
- Install the fitting locking clip.
- Secure the heatsink without deforming its upper mounting groove.
- Make sure that the fan cools the complete finned section.
Final nozzle and heater-block tightening must follow the procedure for the complete hotend. Do not use the heatsink as the only reaction point when applying high torque.
Family alternatives
- Conventional V6 Bowden heatsink with PC4-01 fitting thread.
- Compact Trianglelab V6DM heatsink with M2.5 mounting.
- Chimera-style dual heatsink for two hotends.
Package contents
- 1 × Compact aluminium V6 heatsink.
- 1 × Upper pneumatic PTFE retention system.
- 1 × Locking clip.
Heatbreak, PTFE tube, heater block, nozzle, fan and mounting support are not included.
