The E3D Hemera - a Detailed Review

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In today's video, I unbox, setup, and run lots of tests on the new E3D Hemera (formerly Hermes). Through these detailed tests, I let you know if this is the extruder to end all extruders.

Purchase (some are affiliate links):
Hemera: http://bit.ly/35IfkaE
Hemera UK: http://bit.ly/37NoB2l
Ninjaflex: https://amzn.to/2RBj0E2
Cheetah: https://amzn.to/2FvQsFW
Fiberflex 30D: http://bit.ly/2SJR1Ua
nGen: https://amzn.to/2HyW3Rv
Nylon X: http://bit.ly/2nIzu0o
Filamentech CFPLA: http://bit.ly/2TfjK6f
Polylite PLA: http://bit.ly/3247YMG
Cable management: https://amzn.to/2FycxGg
3D Printing Failures book: https://amzn.to/2pQGOfc

Since I was asked, these were my settings during my first Ninjaflex test: http://bit.ly/2FCalNW
My retraction settings may have been too high for this extruder, so you may want to lower those numbers to help reduce those pesky clogs.

My video detailing extruders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64jnJdbeIjQ

Design Files Used:
Hemera Mount for CR-10 Type Printers: https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-ender-3-e3d-hemera-mount-105802
Hemera Fan Mount (my favorite): https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4029582
Stretch Arm Strong (not very stretchy): https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3495972
Variable Density Insole: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:581443
Recreus Sandals: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:404014
CR-10 Belt Tension: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3081596
The Bearded Yell: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1376314
NFL Coaster: Just search for your team + Coaster on Thingiverse.

TIMESTAMPS:
Specs: 0:30
Setup (and problems): 3:13
First Print: 7:45
Pushing the Limit with Larger Nozzle: 8:44
Pros and Cons: 11:41

Calibrate your Extruder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUPfBJz3I6Y
More on E-Steps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3A9Ir2SreI
Article on E-Steps: https://all3dp.com/2/extruder-calibration-6-easy-steps-2/
There is also a section in my book for checking and calibrating E-Steps.

Background Music by Joakim Karud http://soundcloud.com/joakimkarud

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