Elegoo Neptune 4 Max Slicer Profile for Polymaker PolyLite PLA
The Elegoo Neptune 4 Max printing Polymaker PolyLite PLA (PLA) performs best at 205°C nozzle / 60°C bed with 0.6mm retraction. Tested by NeptuneCaptain.
🧪 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 | 205°C | 195–215°C |
| Bed Temperature | 60°C | 55–65°C |
| Retraction Distance | 0.6 mm | — |
| Retraction Speed | 45 mm/s | — |
| Max Volumetric Speed | 20 mm³/s | — |
📋 Printer & Filament Details
| Printer | Details | Filament | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | Elegoo Neptune 4 Max | Brand | Polymaker |
| Type | Bed Slinger | Material | PolyLite PLA (PLA) |
| Drive | Direct Drive | Density | 1.24 g/cm³ |
| Nozzle | Bronze 0.4mm | Drying | 50°C / 4hrs |
| Filament Price | $18–$28/kg | Material | PLA |
💡 Maker's Notes: PolyLite PLA on the Neptune 4 Max — Klipper's high-speed capabilities shine with this filament. The 420mm bed enables massive single-piece prints. Open top for PLA. PolyLite's consistent flow handles high-speed printing well.
🔗 Other Filaments for Elegoo Neptune 4 Max
eSun PLA+ — 210°C / 60°C bed • PLAOverture PLA — 210°C / 60°C bed • PLASunlu PETG — 245°C / 80°C bed • PETG