Creality Original Metal Extruder Drive Feeder Upgrade for Ender 3 Pro / V2 / 5/5 Plus/Pro, CR-10 Series, CR-10S, CR 20/20 Pro 3D Printer Accessories Parts CR10 CR7 CR10S MK8 Kit

I have the previous version of this on my Ender 3 (and I use it in a direct drive setup). I am very happy with it and get excellent results. The only issue that I have with it is that sometime the filament gets stuck when pushing it through PTFE tubing. It just takes a little finesse sometimes to push it through. I do not have issues when printing with TPU. This newer version seems to be a better design with small improvements, but it does NOT fix my original issue. I do, however, like the fact that it does not need the PTFE fitting. If you are currently using the previous version, unless you are specifically having issues with TPU, save your money and keep it. This one will not make a difference. If you are having issues with flexible filaments then give it a try. If you are using the original stock feeder, I would recommend upgrading to this inexpensive feeder. This kit comes with NO instructions, but after careful examination of the parts and the photo, it is fairly easy to assemble. I included photos in the order that I put my together to help guide someone that may have never done this before. The installation in the photos was done on a spare stepper motor to make taking photos easier. I recommend removing the E Stepper motor from your printer to assemble this.

Just received pieces/parts in plastic bag. No installation instructions whatsoever.

I was having so much trouble with the original piece but now the printer works perfectly! Easy to install and I like the red color!

Great upgrade to the plastic version, it just makes everything better.

It works Its good Thank you

Easy to install, did not affect print quality. No affect on print accuracy. But looks nice. However l was unable to use the extruder knob, due to the shaft being to short, see picture. Also filament now slips with a distinctive click. I do not recommend.

This is a good little metal replacement for the plastic one that comes with the printer. Its states that it is for an ender 3D. I put mine on a voxelab Aquila. It fit just fine. There are absolutely no directions on how to put it on so take a picture of the original one first.

The description of this extruder makes a big deal out of how the design is better than the standard extruders that uses pneumatic fittings ... its supposed to be less likely to snag the filament when youre loading it. Sounded good to me. When I received it though, it was just a standard official Creality aluminum extruder, pneumatic fitting and all -- which is perfectly fine. I guess they were out of their special design and backfilled with the Creality labeled item. I doubt their design is that much better anyway, so I wasnt upset to get the Creality extruder but knocked a star off for inaccuracy.

quick release claw breaks easily

Arrived quickly. Was exactly as described and pictured. Have had no issues at all. Feels much more solid than the plastic one that came on the machine. Would definitely buy again.