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E3D Printing Filament Settings (Silk PLA)

Nozzle Temperature: 208°C

Bed Temperature: 60°C

Retraction Distance: 0.8 mm Retraction Speed: 25–45 mm/s

Cooling Fan: 100% (after first few layers)

Flow Rate / Extrusion Multiplier: 0.96

Layer Height: 0.12–0.28 mm First Layer Height: 0.2 mm

Maximum Print Speed: Under 300 mm/s Outer Wall Speed: 60 mm/s

Adhesion Tips: PEI sheet, glue stick, or textured bed

Storage: Keep in airtight container with desiccant

Tips for Best Results:

Lower temps help reduce stringing

Slower speeds improve surface finish

If layers don’t bond well, increase nozzle temp slightly (max 212°C)