# Potential fix for J1 clicking and clogging **URL:** \ **Category:** J1/J1s IDEX\ **Created:** [January 20, 2023, 7:29pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150 "2023-01-20T19:29:59Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 12\ **Page:** 3
**Author:** ![Jade](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/jade/32/30672_2.png) [@Jade](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Jade)\ **Post date:** [April 28, 2023, 7:46am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150/41 "2023-04-28T07:46:53Z")
J1 support fast printing. However, some materials are not compatible with fast printing. For example, Silk PLA and most Silk filaments generally require a lower print speed and an increased nozzle temperature. Using inappropriate print settings for some special materials can cause a clog. ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/e/2/e24e5308edb827f02b007962e81c21f88c021c72.png) Here are the guides on the clogging/filament not extruding troubleshooting flowchart and general solutions. Please note that general troubleshooting content is aimed at providing an instant guide as a self-support resource. It won’t be helpful 100%. However, you can contact the support team to do deeper troubleshooting. The support service is also important. [https://snapmaker.formcrafts.com/support-ticket](https://snapmaker.formcrafts.com/support-ticket?fbclid=IwAR3scRPN6BXX6uHpFioJ_WpSZEQAXZYzoYW7YW1p1xENc6vKM0cwWl-wYuU) - [Troubleshooting flow for clogging/filament not extruding (J1)](https://wiki.snapmaker.com/snapmaker_j1/troubleshooting/not_extruding_and_clogging_overview) - [Inappropriate print settings cause a clog](https://wiki.snapmaker.com/en/snapmaker_j1/troubleshooting/inappropriate_print_settings_cause_a_clog) - [False trigger of the “Failed to Load Filament” error (J1)](https://wiki.snapmaker.com/snapmaker_j1/troubleshooting/false_trigger_filament_failure_error) - [Extruder drive gears are not aligned/Extruder driving gear set screw is loose (J1)](https://wiki.snapmaker.com/snapmaker_j1/troubleshooting/extruder_drive_gears_not_aligned) - [The extruder is clogged (J1)](https://wiki.snapmaker.com/snapmaker_j1/troubleshooting/clogged_extruder) - [The hot end or nozzle is clogged (J1)](https://wiki.snapmaker.com/snapmaker_j1/troubleshooting/clogged_hotend_and_nozzle) ![J1 not extruding clogging troubleshooting flowchart](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/a/7/a71cc824aa415c9f887b1ce39014ecdf990c650d.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Mechanikus](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/ccd318/32.png) [@Mechanikus](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Mechanikus)\ **Post date:** [April 29, 2023, 11:34am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150/42 "2023-04-29T11:34:57Z")
Just a side note from the german Drucktipps3d forum: one user there experienced sudden extruder problems at unlogical places, seemingly extruder clicks and jumps. After a bit of searchng, he found that this issue is firmware related this time, reached out for their support and got the information that the current firnware has an issue with the G92 E0 command. Thus, if you suddenly have issues now, try to downgrade your firmware first. ---
**Author:** ![Haemsti](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/dbc845/32.png) [@Haemsti](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Haemsti)\ **Post date:** [August 27, 2023, 6:00pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150/43 "2023-08-27T18:00:34Z")
Just created an account to say thank you all for the great advise on how to let the J1 become a good printer. Without you, I’d have given up on it. Especially the **thermal paste** hint helped to get rid of the clicking I experienced all the time with a bit more tricky filament. Thank you, guys ---
**Author:** ![F.4](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/e0b2c6/32.png) [@F.4](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/F.4)\ **Post date:** [December 15, 2023, 10:22am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150/44 "2023-12-15T10:22:13Z")
Does anyone know if the 0.6 hotend is clogging less than the 0.4? ---
**Author:** ![xchrisd](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/xchrisd/32/1503_2.png) [@xchrisd](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/xchrisd)\ **Post date:** [December 15, 2023, 11:49am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150/45 "2023-12-15T11:49:56Z")
From the logic side I guess through the 0.6mm nozzle should be printed easier with less risk of clogging because of less pressure in the nozzle and less needed force of the extruder. ---
**Author:** ![F.4](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/e0b2c6/32.png) [@F.4](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/F.4)\ **Post date:** [December 15, 2023, 1:06pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150/46 "2023-12-15T13:06:38Z")
Yes, that’s what i was thinking also. Whould be nice if someone who has experience with the 0.6 hotend could confirm. ---
**Author:** ![wfux](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/wfux/32/21424_2.png) [@wfux](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/wfux)\ **Post date:** [December 15, 2023, 2:54pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150/47 "2023-12-15T14:54:24Z")
I even print with a 0.2 mm nozzle on the left head without any problems. ---
**Author:** ![Miles](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/miles/32/20805_2.png) [@Miles](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Miles)\ **Post date:** [December 18, 2023, 1:36am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150/48 "2023-12-18T01:36:27Z")
I have had a few issues with heat creep. I’ve solved it by changing the PTFE in the titanium heat break. Removing the stuck plastic is a challenge but I have access to tools to make it easier. I’ve converted my printer to use the new E3D revo nozzles and I haven’t had any issues yet. ---
**Author:** ![Stelzer](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/94ad74/32.png) [@Stelzer](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Stelzer)\ **Post date:** [May 16, 2024, 2:42pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150/49 "2024-05-16T14:42:58Z")
Yeah i replaced the stock PTFE with a Capricorn PTFE tube as well. Only 1.9mm ID and i set retraction in extruder section to 40mm. No clogging with PLA anymore. ---
**Author:** ![Ecarey85](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/e5b9ba/32.png) [@Ecarey85](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Ecarey85)\ **Post date:** [June 12, 2024, 6:00pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150/50 "2024-06-12T18:00:56Z")
Has anyone seen success with the updated nozzles? I’m just about done with the J1 from trial and error and failed prints. Looking for some feedback as I don’t really want to spend the money on the updated parts if they aren’t a solid solution. Thanks in advance ---
**Author:** ![Stelzer](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/94ad74/32.png) [@Stelzer](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Stelzer)\ **Post date:** [June 12, 2024, 10:33pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150/51 "2024-06-12T22:33:12Z")
No clogging with the new nozzles. Did a couple test prints. Over 1k swaps without issue. Before it clogged regularly with white PLA. Reduced retraction for filament back to 1mm too. ---
**Author:** ![Ecarey85](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/e5b9ba/32.png) [@Ecarey85](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Ecarey85)\ **Post date:** [June 17, 2024, 1:40pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150/52 "2024-06-17T13:40:31Z")
Thank you for the response. I will look into spending the money on the new nozzles. I sent a message regarding the voucher that was mentioned but not response since last week. [Previous page](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/potential-fix-for-j1-clicking-and-clogging/29150.md?page=2)