Bambu Lab A1 Slicer Profile for Polymaker PolyTerra PLA
Reference starting points for Bambu Lab A1 and Polymaker PolyTerra PLA: 210°C nozzle / 55°C bed, with 0.6mm retraction. These settings have not been independently tested by this site; verify the filament maker's guidance and calibrate your own setup.
🧪 Calibrate before a large print. Results vary with machine, nozzle, filament batch, humidity, and slicer. These are reference values, not verified or guaranteed settings. Check the filament manufacturer's published range and use a small test print to tune one variable at a time.
🔧 Slicer Parameters
| Parameter | Recommended Value | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Nozzle Temperature | 210°C | 200–220°C |
| Bed Temperature | 55°C | 50–60°C |
| Retraction Distance | 0.6 mm | — |
| Retraction Speed | 45 mm/s | — |
| Max Volumetric Speed | 18 mm³/s | — |
| Chamber Temperature | 35°C | — |
📋 Printer & Filament Details
| Printer | Details | Filament | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | Bambu Lab A1 | Brand | Polymaker |
| Type | Open Bed Slinger | Material | PolyTerra PLA (PLA) |
| Drive | Direct Drive | Density | 1.24 g/cm³ |
| Nozzle | Stainless Steel 0.4mm | Drying | 50°C / 4hrs |
| Material | PLA | Filament Brand | Polymaker |
💡 Maker's Notes: PolyTerra PLA is a superb budget match for the A1 — low stringing at default speeds and the matte colors hide layer lines. Use the textured PEI plate for best first-layer adhesion on this open frame.
🔗 Other Filaments for Bambu Lab A1
Bambu Lab PETG Basic — 255°C / 80°C bed • PETGBambu Lab PLA Basic — 220°C / 60°C bed • PLADuramic PLA — 215°C / 60°C bed • PLAeSun PLA+ — 225°C / 60°C bed • PLA