Zephyr™ Dyze Extruder

The Zephyr™ filament extruder by Dyze Design is a high-performance extruder specifically designed for 1.75 mm filament, joining the brand’s lineup of advanced high-flow extruders alongside the Typhoon™ extruder for 2.85 mm filament. Built for efficiency, precision and speed, Zephyr™ is engineered to meet the demands of fast-paced, high-quality additive manufacturing.

Image 1: The Zephyr™ High Flow filament extruder. Source: Dyze Design.

Its compact and light (700 g) design integrates dual independent heaters, and a precise NEMA17 motor with hardened alloy gears with a 3:1:1 gear ratio, and features such as filament tension adjustment and a double grip mechanism to provide a seamless, reliable printing experience.

MeltCore™ technology

Central to the Zephyr™ extruder is its proprietary MeltCore™ technology, which ensures consistent filament melting and rapid flow rates, one of the highest on the market. The implementation of this technology allows the extruder to reach average flow rates of 420 g/h or 94 mm³/s.

Image 2: The Zephyr™ extruder features the innovative MeltCore™ technology. Source: Dyze Design.

This intelligent design of the Zephyr™ extruder significantly enhances printing efficiency by shortening printing times and at the same time reducing operational costs. These features make the Zephyr™ extruder a critical tool for those aiming to maximize productivity while maintaining cost-effectiveness.

Precise feeding

Precision and consistency are hallmarks of the Zephyr™ extruder. Its innovative double grip technology ensures that filament is accurately and evenly fed, minimizing slippage and enhancing print quality. This feature, combined with the 3.1:1 gear ratio, strikes the perfect balance between speed and torque, ensuring smooth and dependable extrusion across a wide range of printing applications without the need for constant adjustments or reprints.

Image 3: The Zephyr™ extruder’s tension adjustment system. Source: Dyze Design.

The Zephyr™ extruder's nine-level filament tension adjustment provides users with precise control over the filament feeding process, ensuring smooth, consistent feeding and reducing issues like slippage or clogging. This feature enables fine-tuning of the grip on filaments, whether working with flexible materials like TPU, which require a gentle hold to avoid stretching, or oversized, rigid filaments that need stronger traction.

High temperature printing

Capable of reaching temperatures up to 500 ºC, the Zephyr™ extruder can handle advanced, high-temperature materials like PEEK and PEI, expanding its use to more demanding applications in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, electric and electronic, etc.

Image 4: The heatsink of the Zephyr™ extruder. Source: Dyze Design.

The system’s dual 70 W heaters and precise PT100 temperature sensors enable rapid heating and accurate temperature control, ensuring that the material is extruded under optimal conditions, resulting in high quality 3D printed parts.

Highly adaptable

The Zephyr™ High Flow Extruder is designed for adaptability and ease of use. It offers versatile nozzle options ranging from 0.4 mm to 1.8 mm and integrates seamlessly with most firmware, including Marlin, RepRap, Repetier, and Klipper.

Image 5: The Zephyr™ extruder’s compact design. Source: Dyze Design.

It is also compatible with Dyze Design’s other products, such as the Orthus and Sentinel filament sensors. With easy access for maintenance and cleaning, Zephyr™ ensures long-term reliability and consistent performance, making it an essential tool for professional 3D printing environments.