Creality K1 Max Slicer Profile for Polymaker PolyLite ABS
The Creality K1 Max printing Polymaker PolyLite ABS (ABS) performs best at 255°C nozzle / 105°C bed with 0.6mm retraction. Tested by SpeedDemon.
🧪 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 | 105°C | 95–110°C |
| Retraction Distance | 0.6 mm | — |
| Retraction Speed | 45 mm/s | — |
| Max Volumetric Speed | 20 mm³/s | — |
| Chamber Temperature | 55°C | — |
📋 Printer & Filament Details
| Printer | Details | Filament | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | Creality K1 Max | Brand | Polymaker |
| Type | Enclosed CoreXY | Material | PolyLite ABS (ABS) |
| Drive | Direct Drive | Density | 1.04 g/cm³ |
| Nozzle | Hardened Steel 0.4mm | Drying | 85°C / 8hrs |
| Filament Price | $18–$28/kg | Material | ABS |
💡 Maker's Notes: K1 Max's larger chamber handles ABS with minimal warping. Preheat chamber 15 minutes. Glue stick on engineering plate mandatory for the 300mm bed. Excellent for large functional parts.
🩺 Print Defects This Profile Helps Avoid
🔗 Other Filaments for Creality K1 Max
eSun PLA+ — 220°C / 60°C bed • PLAOverture ASA — 255°C / 105°C bed • ASAOverture TPU — 235°C / 55°C bed • TPUSunlu PETG — 250°C / 80°C bed • PETG