How to Set Print Temperature in Slicer for 3D Printing

To set the print temperature in a slicer, open your slicer software and locate the Print Settings or Material section. Enter the desired temperature value for the nozzle and bed based on your filament type, then save or apply the settings before slicing your model.

Syntax

In most slicer software, the print temperature is set in the Print Settings or Material tab. You will find fields labeled Nozzle Temperature and Bed Temperature. These accept numeric values in degrees Celsius.

• Nozzle Temperature: The temperature of the printer's hotend that melts the filament.
• Bed Temperature: The temperature of the print bed to help with adhesion.

After entering the temperatures, you usually need to save or apply the settings before slicing.

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Nozzle Temperature: <temperature_in_Celsius>
Bed Temperature: <temperature_in_Celsius>

Example

This example shows how to set the print temperature for PLA filament in a typical slicer:

• Open the slicer and go to Material Settings.
• Set Nozzle Temperature to 200°C.
• Set Bed Temperature to 60°C.
• Save the profile and slice your model.

These settings help the PLA filament melt properly and stick to the bed during printing.

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Material Settings:
Nozzle Temperature: 200
Bed Temperature: 60

Output

Nozzle Temperature set to 200°C
Bed Temperature set to 60°C
Model sliced with these settings

Common Pitfalls

Common mistakes when setting print temperature include:

• Setting the nozzle temperature too low, causing poor filament melting and weak layers.
• Setting the bed temperature too low, leading to poor adhesion and warping.
• Using temperatures not recommended for your filament type.
• Forgetting to save or apply the temperature settings before slicing.

Always check your filament manufacturer's recommended temperature range.

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Wrong:
Nozzle Temperature: 150  # Too low for PLA
Bed Temperature: 0       # No bed heat

Right:
Nozzle Temperature: 200
Bed Temperature: 60

Quick Reference

Filament Type	Nozzle Temperature (°C)	Bed Temperature (°C)
PLA	190-220	50-70
ABS	220-250	90-110
PETG	230-250	70-90
TPU	210-230	40-60

Key Takeaways

Set nozzle and bed temperatures in the slicer's print or material settings before slicing.

Use temperature values recommended for your filament type to ensure good print quality.

Always save or apply changes before slicing your model.

Too low temperatures cause poor melting and adhesion; too high can cause stringing or warping.

Refer to a quick temperature guide for common filament types.