Bambu Lab A1 Slicer Profile for Bambu Lab PLA Basic
The Bambu Lab A1 printing Bambu Lab PLA Basic (PLA) performs best at 220°C nozzle / 60°C bed with 0.6mm 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 | 220°C | 210–230°C |
| Bed Temperature | 60°C | 55–65°C |
| Retraction Distance | 0.6 mm | — |
| Retraction Speed | 45 mm/s | — |
| Max Volumetric Speed | 20 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 | PLA Basic (PLA) |
| Drive | Direct Drive | Density | 1.24 g/cm³ |
| Nozzle | Stainless Steel 0.4mm | Drying | 50°C / 4hrs |
💡 Maker's Notes: A1 shares the same extruder as A1 Mini. Bambu PLA Basic profile transfers directly with larger build volume advantage. Fast 500mm/s travel possible on A1
🩺 Print Defects This Profile Helps Avoid
🔗 Other Filaments for Bambu Lab A1
Bambu Lab PETG Basic — 255°C / 80°C bed • PETGeSun PLA+ — 225°C / 60°C bed • PLA