Material profile / Hard
Nylon filament guide
Strong, wear-resistant engineering material for tough functional parts.
Nozzle250-290 C
Bed70-100 C
StrengthVery high
HeatHigh
Print setup
Nozzle temperature250-290 C
Bed temperature70-100 C
Part cooling0-30%
DryingRequired before printing
Material behavior
StrengthVery high
FlexibilityMedium-high
Heat resistanceHigh
DifficultyHard
Best uses
- Gears
- Hinges
- Tools
- Wear parts
- Functional prototypes
Common issues
- Moisture absorption
- Warping
- Needs hardened nozzle for filled variants
Price a Nylon print
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