Printing Temperature

Also known as: Nozzle Temperature, Hotend Temperature, Extrusion Temperature

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The temperature of the hotend/nozzle where filament is melted.

Printing temperature is how hot the nozzle/hotend gets to melt filament. Different materials require different temperatures.

Common Temperature Ranges

MaterialTemperature
PLA190-220°C
PETG230-250°C
ABS230-260°C
TPU220-250°C
Nylon240-270°C
ASA240-260°C

Temperature Effects

Too Low

  • Under-extrusion
  • Poor layer adhesion
  • Weak parts
  • Extruder clicking/skipping

Too High

  • Stringing/oozing
  • Blobs and zits
  • Burnt/discolored filament
  • Heat creep

Finding the Right Temperature

  1. Start with manufacturer recommendation
  2. Print temperature tower
  3. Evaluate for stringing, strength, appearance
  4. Pick best temperature

Tips

  • First layer can be 5-10°C higher
  • Slower speeds may need lower temps
  • Faster speeds may need higher temps
  • Each brand/color may vary slightly