Buying guide
Bed Adhesion Fix Kit
Updated How we research
Stop warping and first-layer failures. The page is split into five sections (Upgrade to a grippy plate; Try a textured surface; Add the right adhesive; Keep painters tape handy; Level with a sensor), followed by every pick ranked by our score so you can compare them in one place.
The short version
We compared 19 picks. Our scores range from 7.1 to 8.6 out of 10.
- Best overall:Creality Official PEI+PET Double Sided Build Plate 235x235mm Textured PEI + Smooth PET. Highest overall score in this guide at 8.6/10.
- Also great value:Creality Official CR Touch Auto Leveling Kit for Ender 3/Pro/V2/Max/Ender 5. Value score of 9/10, overall 8.6/10.
- Solid build:ANTCLABS BLTouch Auto Bed Leveling Sensor with 1M Extension Cable Set. Build and materials score of 9/10, overall 8.6/10.
- Feature-rich:Official Creality K1C Build Plate 235x235mm Textured PEI Sheet with Nozzle Cleaner Flexible Spring Steel Magnetic Platform Plate for K1/K1C/K1 SE/Ender 3/3 V2/3 V3/3 V3 KE/3 V3 SE/3 Neo/3 V2 Neo. Features score of 8/10, overall 8.4/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
Upgrade to a grippy plate
- Official Creality K1C Build Plate 235x235mm Textured PEI Sheet with Nozzle Cleaner Flexible Spring Steel Magnetic Platform Plate for K1/K1C/K1 SE/Ender 3/3 V2/3 V3/3 V3 KE/3 V3 SE/3 Neo/3 V2 NeoOur score8.4/10
- Comgrow PEI Sheet Magnetic Flexible Heated Bed Spring Steel 235x235mm for ELEGOO Ender 3Our score7.6/10
- ENOMAKER Ender 3 PEI Sheet Magnetic Build Plate Flexible Spring Steel Double Sided TexturedOur score7.3/10
- PEI Sheet Magnetic Flexible Spring Steel Build Plate 235x235mm for Ender 3 Pro V2 Ender 5Our score7.1/10
Try a textured surface
- Creality Official PEI+PET Double Sided Build Plate 235x235mm Textured PEI + Smooth PETOur score8.6/10
- Official Creality K1C Build Plate 235x235mm Textured PEI Sheet with Nozzle Cleaner Flexible Spring Steel Magnetic Platform Plate for K1/K1C/K1 SE/Ender 3/3 V2/3 V3/3 V3 KE/3 V3 SE/3 Neo/3 V2 NeoOur score8.4/10
- Creality Official K1 Max Build Plate PEI Sheet 310x315mm Magnetic Textured Spring SteelOur score8.4/10
- Creality Official Ender 3 V3 SE Spring Steel Platform Textured PEI Sheet 235x235mmOur score8.1/10
Add the right adhesive
- Magigoo MO2016 & MPC2018 3D Printer Bed Adhesive Glue Bundle 2-Pack PLA PETG TPU PCOur score8.4/10
- Magigoo MO2016 All-in-One 3D Printer Adhesive Glue ABS PLA PETG HIPS TPU 50mLOur score8.4/10
- Magigoo PRO PC Bed Adhesive High Temp for PEEK PEKK PEI ULTEM Filament 1.69 fl.ozOur score7.2/10
- MAGIGOO MPA2019 3D Printer Adhesive Glue for PP-GF Filament 50ml 1.69 fl. oz.Our score7.2/10
Keep painters tape handy
- 9 inch Blue Painters Tape Masking Clean Release No Residue 3D Printing 60 Yd WideOur score7.8/10
- Gizmo Dorks Blue Painters Tape for 3D Printers 6.25" x 100'Our score7.6/10
- Wide Blue Painters Tape 6 inch x 60 Yards 3D Printing Tape Easy Clean RemovalOur score7.6/10
- Wide Blue Painters Tape 4 inch x 60 Yards 3D Printing Tape Easy Clean RemovalOur score7.2/10
Level with a sensor
- Creality Official CR Touch Auto Leveling Kit for Ender 3/Pro/V2/Max/Ender 5Our score8.6/10
- ANTCLABS BLTouch Auto Bed Leveling Sensor with 1M Extension Cable SetOur score8.6/10
- BLTouch Auto Bed Leveling Sensor Premium 3D PrinterOur score8.3/10
- Sovol CR Touch V3.1 Auto Bed Leveling Sensor Kit for Sovol SV01 SV03Our score7.8/10
All 19 picks, ranked by our score
Every product from the sections above, listed once. Sort by the criterion you care about most, or tick up to three to compare.
#1Creality official double sided build plate with textured PEI on one side and smooth PET on the other, sized 235x235mm.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Textured PEI and smooth PET sides give two different bottom finishes
- + Smooth PET side creates glossy bottoms on display prints
- + Official Creality sizing fits 235x235mm Ender beds cleanly
- - PET side can bond too strongly with PETG and tear the surface
- - Smooth side scratches more easily than textured PEI
#2Creality official CR Touch auto leveling kit for Ender 3, Pro, V2, Max and Ender 5, a drop-in probe upgrade.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 9/10
- + Official kit targets Ender 3, V2, Max and Ender 5 printers
- + Metal push-pin probe tends to be robust and repeatable
- + Creality provides firmware files for supported printer models
- - Older boards may need a firmware flash and extra wiring steps
- - Mount orientation varies between models, so follow model guides
#3ANTCLABS BLTouch auto bed leveling sensor with a 1M extension cable set, the original maker's touch probe kit.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + Genuine ANTCLABS BLTouch is the reference design many clones copy
- + 1M extension cable reaches mainboards on larger frame printers
- + Reliable probing across glass, PEI and textured steel sheets
- - Printer-specific mount is not part of this cable set listing
- - Costs more than third-party probes with similar functions
#4Official Creality K1C build plate, a 235x235mm textured PEI spring steel sheet with a nozzle cleaner strip and magnetic fixation. Listed for K1 series and Ender 3 family printers, including carbon fiber filaments.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Dense textured PEI coating listed for strong adhesion, high temperature resistance and scratch resistance
- + Built-in nozzle cleaner strip, plus magnetic fixation and positioning slots for quick, secure fitting
- + Listed for PLA, ABS, ASA, PETG, TPU, PC, PA and carbon fiber filled filaments
- - Designed first for the K1C, so check that the positioning slots match your Ender 3 bed before ordering
- - The listing does not say whether a magnetic base sheet is included
#5Creality official K1 Max build plate, a magnetic textured spring steel PEI sheet sized 310x315mm for the larger K1.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 310x315mm size matches the Creality K1 Max bed specifically
- + Spare plate lets you swap mid-batch without waiting for cooling
- + Magnetic textured PEI grips high-speed prints firmly
- - Only fits K1 Max sized beds, not the standard K1
- - Larger official plates cost more than generic Ender sheets
#6Magigoo MO2016 and MPC2018 bed adhesive glue bundle, a 2-Pack covering PLA, PETG, TPU and PC printing.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + MPC2018 formula is aimed at tough polycarbonate adhesion
- + MO2016 covers everyday PLA, PETG and TPU prints
- + Parts release when the bed cools, reducing scraping
- - Specialty glue costs more than glue sticks or hairspray
- - PC formula is overkill for users who only print PLA
#7Magigoo MO2016 all-in-one 3D printer adhesive in a 50mL applicator for ABS, PLA, PETG, HIPS and TPU.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + All-in-one formula covers the most common hobby filaments
- + Grips when hot and releases as the bed cools down
- + 50mL applicator lasts many prints with a thin coat
- - Needs to be reapplied after cleaning the bed with water
- - Adds a step compared with printing on bare textured PEI
#8BLTouch premium auto bed leveling sensor, a touch probe that maps the bed so first layers stay consistent.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + Physical touch probe works on glass, PEI and metal surfaces
- + Mesh bed leveling compensates for warped or uneven beds
- + Widely supported in Marlin and Klipper firmware configurations
- - Mount and cable adapter for your printer may need separate purchase
- - Firmware setup and Z-offset tuning take some patience
#9Creality official Ender 3 V3 SE spring steel platform with a textured PEI sheet, 235x235mm for stock replacement.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Direct replacement for the stock Ender 3 V3 SE build sheet
- + Textured PEI releases prints easily once the plate has cooled
- + Spring steel flexes so large prints come off without tools
- - Single sided, so a worn surface means buying a new plate
- - Textured finish is not ideal for users who want glossy bottoms
#10A 9 inch wide blue painters tape roll, 60 Yd long with clean release and no residue for 3D printing beds.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 9 inch width covers a standard bed with fewer seams
- + Clean release leaves no sticky residue on the bed
- + 60 Yd roll lasts through many bed re-taping sessions
- - Tape seams can show up as lines on the bottom of prints
- - Works best for PLA and struggles with high bed temperatures
#11Sovol CR Touch V3.1 auto bed leveling sensor kit made for Sovol SV01 and SV03 printers.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + V3.1 kit is tailored to Sovol SV01 and SV03 mounts and wiring
- + Adds mesh leveling to printers that shipped without a probe
- + Touch probe works regardless of bed surface material
- - Limited to Sovol SV01 and SV03, so other printers need adapters
- - Requires a firmware update to enable probing features
#12Comgrow magnetic flexible PEI spring steel sheet for heated beds, 235x235mm for ELEGOO and Ender 3 printers.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Smooth PEI style surface gives clean, flat print bottoms
- + 235x235mm fits Ender 3 and similar ELEGOO bed sizes
- + Heated bed friendly PEI holds adhesion across common filaments
- - Smooth PEI can bond too strongly with PETG, risking surface damage
- - Single sided sheet offers no backup surface when worn
#13Gizmo Dorks blue painters tape for 3D printers, a 6.25" x 100' roll sized for common bed widths.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 6.25" width covers many small beds with just one or two strips
- + Made and sold by a 3D printing supply brand
- + 100' roll length gives many bed coverings
- - Tape must be replaced as it tears during print removal
- - Blue tape is dated compared with PEI sheets for most users
#14Wide blue painters tape at 6 inch x 60 Yards, a broader roll for quicker bed coverage with easy clean removal.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 6 inch width reduces seams compared with narrower tape
- + Clean removal keeps glass and aluminum beds residue free
- + Long 60 Yards roll suits frequent re-taping
- - Tape adhesion to the bed can loosen with heat over long prints
- - Still not ideal for ABS or high-temperature materials
#15ENOMAKER Ender 3 PEI sheet, a magnetic double sided textured spring steel build plate for easy print release.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Double sided textured surface extends usable life of the plate
- + Magnetic flexible design makes removing large prints simple
- + Affordable upgrade from stock soft magnetic Ender beds
- - Check the plate size matches your exact Ender 3 model
- - Budget PEI coating can vary in texture consistency
#16Magigoo PRO PC bed adhesive for high temp PEEK, PEKK, PEI and ULTEM filaments in a 1.69 fl.oz bottle.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 6/10
- + Formulated for extreme materials like PEEK, PEKK and ULTEM
- + Pen-style application spreads a thin, even layer on the bed
- + High temp adhesion helps stop costly engineering prints from lifting
- - Only worthwhile if your printer can reach high-performance polymer temps
- - Small 1.69 fl.oz bottle carries a premium specialty price
#17MAGIGOO MPA2019 adhesive glue for PP-GF filament, a 50ml (1.69 fl. oz.) bottle for tricky polypropylene prints.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 6/10
- + Made for glass filled polypropylene, which barely sticks to normal beds
- + Targeted formula saves experimenting with tape and hacks
- + Compact 50ml bottle covers many medium-sized parts
- - Niche adhesive with little use outside polypropylene materials
- - Specialty glues cost more per bottle than general purpose ones
#18Wide blue painters tape at 4 inch x 60 Yards with easy clean removal, for PLA printing on glass or aluminum beds.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 4 inch width is easy to lay flat without bubbles
- + Easy clean removal peels off without leaving glue behind
- + Cheap way to rescue adhesion on an old glass or aluminum bed
- - Narrower width needs more strips and seams on larger beds
- - Gives rough matte bottoms rather than smooth finishes
#19Magnetic flexible PEI spring steel build plate, 235x235mm for Ender 3 Pro, V2 and Ender 5 beds.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + Listed fit includes Ender 3 Pro, V2 and Ender 5 models
- + Flexible spring steel removes the need for scrapers
- + PEI surface improves adhesion versus stock soft magnetic mats
- - Check whether the magnetic base is included before ordering
- - Magnetic base included or not is unclear from the title
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