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