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Best Settings for Prusament Prusament PVB 1.75mm on Prusa MK4
Nozzle 215°C · Bed 55°C · 80 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 PVB 1.75mm Specs
- Material
- PLA
- Nozzle Temp Range
- 200°C – 220°C
- Bed Temp Range
- 50°C – 60°C
- Diameter
- 1.75 mm
- Spool Weight
- 1000 g
Polyvinyl butyral filament that can be smoothed with isopropyl alcohol vapor for a glass-like finish. Prints like PLA but with chemical smoothing capabilities. Great for display models.
Print Settings
0.4 mm nozzle· 0.2 mm layer height
92% confidenceSource: Manufacturer
Nozzle Temp
215°C
1st: 220°C
Bed Temp
55°C
1st: 55°C
Print Speed
80 mm/s
1st: 25 mm/s
Fan Speed
80%
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Nozzle Diameter | 0.4 mm |
| Layer Height | 0.2 mm |
| Nozzle Temperature | 215°C |
| Bed Temperature | 55°C |
| Print Speed | 80 mm/s |
| Retraction Distance | 0.8 mm |
| Retraction Speed | 35 mm/s |
| Fan Speed | 80% |
| Enclosure | Optional |
Notes
MK4 + Prusament PVB: PrusaSlicer has a dedicated PVB profile. 215°C, 55°C bed. Prints like PLA. The magic is post-processing: IPA vapor smooth for a translucent, glass-like finish.
Sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
What nozzle temperature should I use for Prusament Prusament PVB 1.75mm on the Prusa MK4?
The recommended nozzle temperature is 215°C, with a first layer temperature of 220°C. This is based on a confidence score of 92%.
What bed temperature should I use for PLA on the Prusa MK4?
Set your bed temperature to 55°C, with 55°C for the first layer.
What print speed should I use for Prusament Prusament PVB 1.75mm?
The recommended print speed is 80 mm/s, with a slower first layer speed of 25 mm/s.
Does printing PLA on the Prusa MK4 require an enclosure?
No, an enclosure is not strictly required for printing PLA on the Prusa MK4, though it can help in cold environments.
What retraction settings should I use for Prusament Prusament PVB 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 PLA on the Prusa MK4?
Set your part cooling fan to 80%. Adjust lower for materials like ABS or ASA to reduce warping.