Material profile
PETG
Use it for: functional parts, outdoor-ish fixtures, containers, mechanical brackets.
nozzle 230–250°Cbed 70–80°Cdrying: medium
PETG · slicer settings
| Nozzle temperature | 230–250°C |
|---|---|
| Bed temperature | 70–80°C |
| Enclosure | Not needed |
| Hardened nozzle | Not needed |
| Drying | Medium — dry if stored open |
Strengths & weaknesses
- Strengths: tough, slightly flexible, water- and chemical-resistant, ~80°C heat tolerance.
- Weaknesses: strings readily, scratches easier than PLA, gloss shows defects.
- Use it for: functional parts, outdoor-ish fixtures, containers, mechanical brackets.
Which printers print PETG clean?
Verdicts below come from the documented compatibility rules — bed and hotend ceilings, enclosure, and nozzle hardness — applied identically to all 9 printers in the database. 9 print it clean.
- Bambu Lab A1 mini$199Prints clean
- Bambu Lab A1$339Prints clean
- Bambu Lab P1S$699Prints clean
- Bambu Lab X1 Carbon$1,199Prints clean
- Prusa MK4S$1,099Prints clean
- Creality Ender 3 V3 SE$199Prints clean
- Creality K1C$559Prints clean
- Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro$300Prints clean
- Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo$449Prints clean
FAQ
What temperature should I print PETG at?
Nozzle 230–250°C, bed 70–80°C. Start mid-range and tune with a temperature tower — exact sweet spots vary by brand and color.
Does PETG need an enclosure?
No — PETG prints fine on an open-frame printer. Normal indoor conditions are all it needs; an enclosure is optional.
Does PETG need drying?
PETG benefits from drying if the spool has been stored open. Fresh from a sealed bag it prints fine; after a humid week on the shelf, a few hours in a filament dryer restores it.