3DPrintZA

Filament print guide

filament

PLA

A quick-reference guide for printing PLA. Values are ideal starting ranges, not machine-specific. Dial in from here for your printer and brand.

Recommended print settings

Nozzle temperature

190–210 °C

Bed temperature

55–65 °C

Print difficulty

1 / 5

Density

1.24 g/cm³

Drying & storage

  • Moisture sensitivity: low.

Great for

  • Prototypes
  • Display models
  • Toys
  • Desk accessories

Avoid for

  • Outdoor use
  • High-temp items
  • Mechanical parts

Watch out for

  • Printing too hot causes stringing
  • Forgetting to calibrate flow rate