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Typical print temperatures
| PLA | 190 to 220°C nozzle, 50 to 60°C bed |
|---|---|
| PETG | 220 to 250°C nozzle, 70 to 80°C bed |
| ABS | 230 to 260°C nozzle, 90 to 110°C bed |
| TPU | 210 to 230°C nozzle, 30 to 60°C bed |
Typical values, check your product's instructions. Every filament spool lists its own range.
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Layer heights for a 0.4 mm nozzle
- 0.12 mmfine detail
- 0.16 mmquality
- 0.20 mmstandard
- 0.28 mmdraft
Common slicer presets. Keep layer height under about 75% of the nozzle width.
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