Anycubic PLA Metal
PLA by Anycubic · Metallic (various)
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Anycubic PLA Metal is a metal-filled PLA. The TDS lists a nozzle range of 200–230°C and a bed range of 50–60°C, with print speeds of 40–250 mm/s. Fan is published at 100%, drying at 55–65°C for 6–8 hours, and the US product page lists a 16 mm³/s maximum volumetric speed.
Manufacturer settings
- Nozzle
- 200–230°C
- Bed
- 50–60°C
- Speed
- 40-250 mm/s
- Fan
- 100%
- Drying
- 55-65°C, 6-8 h
- Max volumetric speed
- 16 mm³/s
Source: manufacturer, retrieved 28 Sep 2026
Starting settings for popular printers
Start from the slicer's generic profile for PLA Metal. Filwiz starting points derived from the manufacturer range, not manufacturer claims. Calibrate with a temperature tower.
| Printer | Slicer | Nozzle start | Bed start | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bambu Lab A1 | Bambu Studio | 215°C | 55°C | up to the manufacturer max (250 mm/s); cap max volumetric speed at 16 mm³/s |
| Bambu Lab P1S | Bambu Studio | 215°C | 55°C | up to the manufacturer max (250 mm/s); cap max volumetric speed at 16 mm³/s |
| Bambu Lab X1C | Bambu Studio | 215°C | 55°C | up to the manufacturer max (250 mm/s); cap max volumetric speed at 16 mm³/s |
| Creality Ender-3 V3 | Creality Print | 215°C | 55°C | up to the manufacturer max (250 mm/s); cap max volumetric speed at 16 mm³/s |
| Creality K1 | Creality Print | 215°C | 55°C | up to the manufacturer max (250 mm/s); cap max volumetric speed at 16 mm³/s |
| Anycubic Kobra 3 | Anycubic Slicer Next | 215°C | 55°C | up to the manufacturer max (250 mm/s); cap max volumetric speed at 16 mm³/s |
| Prusa MK4 | PrusaSlicer | 215°C | 55°C | up to the manufacturer max (250 mm/s); cap max volumetric speed at 16 mm³/s |
FAQ
- What nozzle temperature for Anycubic PLA Metal?
- The manufacturer range is 200–230°C.
- What bed temperature for Anycubic PLA Metal?
- The manufacturer range is 50–60°C.
- Do I need to dry Anycubic PLA Metal?
- The manufacturer publishes drying at 55-65°C, 6-8 h.
- What print speed does the manufacturer list for Anycubic PLA Metal?
- The published speed is 40-250 mm/s.
Related
- Diameter
- 1.75mm
- Density
- 1.24 g/cm³
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