{"product_id":"mellow-nf-ddg-wind-v6-dual-drive-extruder-ender-3-upgrade-1","title":"Mellow NF-DDG-WIND V6 Dual Drive Extruder for Ender 3","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eMellow NF-DDG-WIND V6 Dual Drive DDG Extruder for Ender 3\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake your Ender 3 3D printer to the next level with the \u003cstrong\u003eMellow NF-DDG-WIND V6 Dual Drive DDG Extruder\u003c\/strong\u003e. Engineered with a \u003cstrong\u003e3:1 transmission ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e, this compact, all-metal direct-drive extruder delivers powerful, consistent filament feeding — dramatically reducing clogs and failed prints. Whether you're pushing high-resolution detail through small nozzles or maximizing flow with larger ones, the DDG-WIND's optimized gearing and industry-leading drive gears provide unmatched pushing power and lightning-fast retractions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Mainland China.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Ender 3 Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two dedicated mounting holes allow for simple, tool-friendly installation directly onto your Ender 3 — no adapter bracket needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-Metal Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The metal body eliminates the need for a separate V6 heatsink in short-distance (direct drive) mode, saving space and boosting thermal efficiency far beyond plastic alternatives. Ideal for high-hardness materials like carbon fiber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3:1 Gear Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers superior filament grip and torque for consistent extrusion, reduced slipping, and reliable retraction — even with flexible materials (minimum 95A TPU recommended).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitan Aero-Inspired Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only ~17g heavier than an all-plastic extruder, but with the V6 radiator removed in short-distance mode, the net weight increase is negligible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4010 Fan Cooling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enhanced heat dissipation keeps the cold zone cold and the hot zone hot for cleaner prints and improved reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNF V6-Crazy Heatbreak Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs perfectly with Mellow's all-metal NF V6-Crazy heatbreak (included in Set 3 \u0026amp; Set 4) for outstanding print quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong \u0026amp; Short Distance Printing Modes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Versatile design supports both Bowden (long distance) and direct drive (short distance) configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.75mm Filament Compatible | M7 Throat Thread | Default 0.4mm Nozzle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1× DDG-WIND Extruder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1× DDG-WIND Extruder + 1× Motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1× DDG-WIND Extruder + 1× 23mm Motor + 1× V6 Hotend Kit (high-precision V6 nozzle, 0.4mm default, all-metal NF V6-Crazy heatbreak)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1× DDG-WIND Extruder + 1× 23mm Motor + 1× Volcanic Hotend Kit (high-precision Volcanic V6 nozzle, 0.4mm default, all-metal NF V6-Crazy heatbreak)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNeed a custom nozzle size or the left-hand version? Leave us a message at checkout and we'll accommodate your request.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNF-DDG-WIND \/ DDG-WIND\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilament Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.75mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGear Ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThroat Thread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDefault Nozzle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.4mm (all-metal V6-Crazy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrint Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong Distance \/ Short Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnder 3 (direct mount); V6 hotend ecosystem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly Required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum TPU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMainland China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nitrile-work-gloves-anti-slip-full-finger-5-pair\"\u003e5-Pair Nitrile Work Gloves – Anti-Slip Full Finger Safety\u003c\/a\u003e — protect your hands during assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ball-end-hex-screwdriver-bit-magnetic-reduced-shank-steel\"\u003eBall End Hex Screwdriver Bit – Magnetic Reduced Shank Steel\u003c\/a\u003e — perfect for tightening extruder mounting screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/10-pack-65mm-oscillating-multi-tool-saw-blades-high-carbon-steel\"\u003e10-Pack 65mm Oscillating Multi-Tool Saw Blades | Carbon Steel\u003c\/a\u003e — great for workshop builds and mods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/hand-power-tools\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOSHA guidance on hand and power tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the Mellow NF-DDG-WIND extruder compatible with the Ender 3 Pro and Ender 3 V2?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The NF-DDG-WIND is designed for direct installation on the standard Ender 3 via two dedicated mounting holes. Many users also fit it on the Ender 3 Pro and Ender 3 V2, though minor adjustments may be needed. We recommend verifying your carriage bolt pattern before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Can I use flexible filament like TPU with this extruder?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes — the DDG-WIND's dual-drive 3:1 gear system provides excellent grip for flexible filaments. A minimum hardness of 95A TPU is recommended for best results in short-distance (direct drive) mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Do I need to replace the V6 heatsink when upgrading to short-distance printing?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. Because the DDG-WIND body is constructed from metal, it eliminates the need for a separate V6 heatsink during short-distance (direct drive) printing, saving space and actually improving heat dissipation efficiency compared to plastic extruder bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What nozzle size comes as default, and can I request a different size?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The default nozzle is 0.4mm with an all-metal NF V6-Crazy heatbreak. 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