Will I lose any functionality switching to a Mosquito™ Hotend?
Not at all! But you will gain functionality in the One-Handed Nozzle Change™ and the long-term durability of the Mosquito™ Hotend.
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What parts do I need to upgrade a Craftbot Plus Pro 3D printer with a Mosquito™ Hotend?
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Mosquito® vs. Mosquito® Magnum, which one should I get?
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After upgrading to a Mosquito™ Hotend, are there any firmware tweaks needed?
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