PC85% confidence
Best Settings for Prusament Prusament PC Blend 1.75mm on Prusa MK4
Nozzle 270°C · Bed 110°C · 60 mm/s
Prusa MK4 Specs
- Max Nozzle Temp
- 290°C
- Max Bed Temp
- 120°C
- Hotend Type
- all-metal
- Default Nozzle
- 0.4 mm
- Build Volume
- 250×210×220 mm
- Enclosure
- Recommended
- Release Year
- 2023
Prusament Prusament PC Blend 1.75mm Specs
- Material
- PC
- Nozzle Temp Range
- 250°C – 275°C
- Bed Temp Range
- 100°C – 115°C
- Diameter
- 1.75 mm
- Spool Weight
- 1000 g
Polycarbonate blend offering extreme heat resistance and impact strength. One of the strongest FDM materials available. Requires enclosed printer with all-metal hotend.
Print Settings
0.4 mm nozzle· 0.2 mm layer height
85% confidenceSource: ManufacturerEnclosure RequiredDry Filament First
Nozzle Temp
270°C
1st: 275°C
Bed Temp
110°C
1st: 115°C
Print Speed
60 mm/s
1st: 20 mm/s
Fan Speed
0%
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Nozzle Diameter | 0.4 mm |
| Layer Height | 0.2 mm |
| Nozzle Temperature | 270°C |
| Bed Temperature | 110°C |
| Print Speed | 60 mm/s |
| Retraction Distance | 0.8 mm |
| Retraction Speed | 35 mm/s |
| Fan Speed | 0% |
| Enclosure | Required |
| Filament Drying | Yes — 90°C for 6h |
Dry your filament before printing: 90°C for 6 hours. Moisture causes popping, stringing, and poor layer adhesion.
Notes
MK4 + Prusament PC Blend: Requires enclosure and all-metal hotend option. 270°C, 110°C bed, 0% fan. PrusaSlicer has a profile. Print slowly (60mm/s) for reliability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What nozzle temperature should I use for Prusament Prusament PC Blend 1.75mm on the Prusa MK4?
The recommended nozzle temperature is 270°C, with a first layer temperature of 275°C. This is based on a confidence score of 85%.
What bed temperature should I use for PC on the Prusa MK4?
Set your bed temperature to 110°C, with 115°C for the first layer.
What print speed should I use for Prusament Prusament PC Blend 1.75mm?
The recommended print speed is 60 mm/s, with a slower first layer speed of 20 mm/s.
Does printing PC on the Prusa MK4 require an enclosure?
Yes, an enclosure is required when printing PC on the Prusa MK4 to prevent warping.
Do I need to dry Prusament Prusament PC Blend 1.75mm before printing?
Yes, dry this filament at 90°C for 6 hours before printing. Moisture causes stringing, popping, and poor layer adhesion.
What retraction settings should I use for Prusament Prusament PC Blend 1.75mm on the Prusa MK4?
Use a retraction distance of 0.8 mm at 35 mm/s. These settings help reduce stringing and oozing during travel moves.
What fan speed should I use for PC on the Prusa MK4?
Set your part cooling fan to 0%. Adjust lower for materials like ABS or ASA to reduce warping.