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PLA settings for the Creality Ender 3 V2
Great match
These are tuned starting settings for printing PLA on the Creality Ender 3 V2. The Creality Ender 3 V2 has a Bowden extruder with a PTFE-lined hotend, so we set the hotend to 205°C and the bed to 60°C. PLA is the easiest filament to print and the best starting point for any printer.
205°C
Hotend
60°C
Bed
60 mm/s
Speed
100%
Part fan
Recommended PLA profile
| Hotend temperature | 205°C (tower 190–220°C) |
| Bed temperature | 60°C |
| Print speed | 60 mm/s |
| Retraction | 5 mm (Bowden) |
| Part cooling fan | 100% |
| Bed adhesion | Easy on most beds; glue stick optional. |
| Nozzle | Brass 0.4 mm is fine |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
💡 Best uses for PLA: prototypes, toys, figurines, decorative.
FAQ
- What temperature should I print PLA on the Creality Ender 3 V2?
- Start at 205°C for the hotend and 60°C for the bed, then run a temperature tower across 190–215°C to dial in your exact filament brand.
- What print speed works for PLA on this printer?
- Around 60 mm/s is a safe starting point on the Creality Ender 3 V2.
- What retraction should I use?
- Use about 5 mm of retraction (Bowden setups need more). If you see stringing with PLA, raise retraction speed before distance and dry the filament.
- Do I need an enclosure for PLA on the Creality Ender 3 V2?
- No, PLA prints fine in the open on the Creality Ender 3 V2.