Nylon PA12 / PA6 Slicer Settings
FDM · Engineering
Last updated: 2026
For Nylon PA12 / PA6: nozzle temperature 240–270°C, bed 70–90°C, chamber 40–60°C, retraction 2.5 mm at 35 mm/s, fan 30%. Requires an enclosure.
Recommended settings
| Nozzle temperature | 240–270 °C |
| Bed temperature | 70–90 °C |
| Chamber temperature | 40–60 °C |
| Layer height | 0.16–0.24 mm |
| Retraction | 2.5 mm at 35 mm/s |
| Cooling fan | 30% |
| Infill | 35% |
| Bed adhesion | brim |
| Enclosure | yes |
| Hardened nozzle | no |
| All-metal hotend | yes |
| Popular brands | Polymaker, Taulman, eSUN ePA |
Strongly hygroscopic: dry at 70°C for 8+ hours. A PEI/PVA bed primer helps.
Frequently asked questions
What temperature for Nylon PA12 / PA6?
Nozzle 240–270°C, bed 70–90°C, chamber 40–60°C, fan 30%.
What retraction for Nylon PA12 / PA6?
Retraction 2.5 mm at 35 mm/s. Layer height 0.16–0.24 mm, infill 35%.
Do I need an enclosure for Nylon PA12 / PA6?
Yes: Nylon PA12 / PA6 requires an enclosure (40–60°C).