Hardened nozzles
Bondtech CHT BiMetal MK8 0.4 mm Review
The most consistent tip for abrasive filaments
About $41 (price checked Sep 2026)
Compare the Bondtech CHT BiMetal MK8 0.4 mm with 3 other hardened nozzles
Our verdict
The most consistent tip for abrasive filaments. Bondtech’s CHT geometry melts filament faster than a standard tip, so you can keep stock speeds with filled materials while the hardened inserts shrug off carbon fiber. It costs more than generics, but flow consistency showed up in every dimensional check. Overall 9.2/10.
Who should buy the Bondtech CHT BiMetal MK8 0.4 mm
Anyone printing nylon-CF, PETG-CF, or glow PLA who wants one tip that lasts seasons, not weeks.
- + Excellent melt rate at stock volumetric limits
- + Hardened inserts for abrasive filament
- + Proven CHT geometry
Who should skip it
- Premium price
- Overkill for plain PLA/PETG only
Bondtech CHT BiMetal MK8 0.4 mm vs E3D Obsidian
The Bondtech CHT BiMetal MK8 0.4 mm scores 9.2/10 at about $41 (price checked Sep 2026). The E3D Obsidian scores 8.7/10 at about $28 (price checked Sep 2026). A tough everyday abrasive tip with familiar installs.
Specs
- Material
- Bi-metal CHT
- Orifice
- 0.4 mm
- Form factor
- MK8
- Filament
- 1.75 mm
Bondtech CHT BiMetal MK8 0.4 mm FAQ
- Who should buy the Bondtech CHT BiMetal MK8 0.4 mm?
- Anyone printing nylon-CF, PETG-CF, or glow PLA who wants one tip that lasts seasons, not weeks.
- What score did the Bondtech CHT BiMetal MK8 0.4 mm get?
- Overall 9.2/10. That score blends print quality, durability, value, ease of use, and compatibility.
- How much does the Bondtech CHT BiMetal MK8 0.4 mm cost?
- About $41 (price checked Sep 2026). Prices change often, so check the live price on Amazon.