Bambu Lab A1 Slicer Profile for Bambu Lab PETG Basic
The Bambu Lab A1 printing Bambu Lab PETG Basic (PETG) performs best at 255°C nozzle / 80°C bed with 0.8mm retraction. Tested by A1Pilot.
🧪 Always Print a Temp Tower First. 3D printing results vary with ambient temperature, humidity, and machine variation. The settings below are community-tested starting points — run a temperature tower calibration before committing to a large print. Especially for new spools of filament.
🔧 Slicer Parameters
| Parameter | Recommended Value | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Nozzle Temperature | 255°C | 245–265°C |
| Bed Temperature | 80°C | 75–85°C |
| Retraction Distance | 0.8 mm | — |
| Retraction Speed | 40 mm/s | — |
| Max Volumetric Speed | 14 mm³/s | — |
| Chamber Temperature | 35°C | — |
📋 Printer & Filament Details
| Printer | Details | Filament | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | Bambu Lab A1 | Brand | Bambu Lab |
| Type | Open Bed Slinger | Material | PETG Basic (PETG) |
| Drive | Direct Drive | Density | 1.27 g/cm³ |
| Nozzle | Stainless Steel 0.4mm | Drying | 70°C / 6hrs |
💡 Maker's Notes: PETG on open-frame A1 works well with textured PEI plate. Avoid smooth PEI — PETG bonds too aggressively. Dry filament recommended
🔗 Other Filaments for Bambu Lab A1
Bambu Lab PLA Basic — 220°C / 60°C bed • PLAeSun PLA+ — 225°C / 60°C bed • PLA