Elegoo Neptune 4 Max Slicer Profile for Sunlu PETG
Reference starting points for Elegoo Neptune 4 Max and Sunlu PETG: 245°C nozzle / 80°C bed, with 0.8mm 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 | 245°C | 235–255°C |
| Bed Temperature | 80°C | 75–85°C |
| Retraction Distance | 0.8 mm | — |
| Retraction Speed | 35 mm/s | — |
| Max Volumetric Speed | 12 mm³/s | — |
📋 Printer & Filament Details
| Printer | Details | Filament | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | Elegoo Neptune 4 Max | Brand | Sunlu |
| Type | Bed Slinger | Material | PETG (PETG) |
| Drive | Direct Drive | Density | 1.27 g/cm³ |
| Nozzle | Bronze 0.4mm | Drying | 65°C / 6hrs |
| Material | PETG | Filament Brand | Sunlu |
💡 Maker's Notes: PETG on the Neptune 4 Max — slow down to 100mm/s for the large bed. The 420mm build plate makes PETG warping more likely. Use draft shield. PEI textured sheet recommended. Dry filament thoroughly before printing.
🔗 Other Filaments for Elegoo Neptune 4 Max
eSun PLA+ — 210°C / 60°C bed • PLAOverture PLA — 210°C / 60°C bed • PLAPolymaker PolyLite PLA — 205°C / 60°C bed • PLA