PC settings for the Neptune 3 Max
Print PC at 275°C nozzle and 60°C bed on the Elegoo Neptune 3 Max.Settings below cover 2 nozzle sizes (0.2mm, 0.4mm). Note: this is an open-frame printer — a draft shield or enclosure accessory is recommended for PC.
Recommended settings (0.4 mm brass nozzle)
Nozzle temp275°C260–290°C range
Bed temp60°C55–70°C range
Fan speed100%Min 20%
Print speed60 mm/sStarting point
Retraction0.5 mmAt 40 mm/s
Nozzle0.4 mmbrass
Source: Official profile. ✓ Verified against official profile.
Imports directly into OrcaSlicer via File → Import → Import Configs
All nozzle sizes
0.2 mm nozzle
| Filament | Nozzle temp | Bed temp | Fan | Speed | Retraction | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elegoo PC Elegoo | 275°C 260–290°C | 100°C 95–110°C | 35% /10% | 60 mm/s | 0.5 mm @ 40 mm/s | Official profile |
| Elegoo PC-FR Elegoo | 275°C 260–290°C | 60°C 55–70°C | 40% /0% | 60 mm/s | 0.5 mm @ 40 mm/s | Official profile |
0.4 mm nozzle
| Filament | Nozzle temp | Bed temp | Fan | Speed | Retraction | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generic PC Generic | 275°C 260–290°C | 60°C 55–70°C | 100% /20% | 60 mm/s | 0.5 mm @ 40 mm/s | Official profile |
| Generic PC-CF Generic | 275°C 260–290°C | 90°C 85–100°C | 100% /20% | 60 mm/s | 0.5 mm @ 40 mm/s | Official profile |
Tips for printing PC on the Elegoo Neptune 3 Max
- Dry your filament immediately before printing — PC is extremely hygroscopic. Even 2–3 hours of moisture exposure degrades print quality.
- This is an open-frame printer — build or buy an enclosure to prevent warping and layer delamination.
- Use a hardened steel nozzle for filled variants (glass-fiber, carbon-fiber) — standard brass wears quickly.
- PC is one of the most warp-prone materials. A brim of at least 5mm and an enclosure chamber above 45°C are strongly recommended.