HIPS Settings for Bambu Lab A1 Mini
Recommended slicer settings for printing HIPS on the Bambu Lab A1 Mini (180 x 180 x 180 mm build volume, 500 mm/s max speed, direct drive extruder).
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Not Compatible
The max bed temperature of 80°C is below the recommended 90°C for HIPS. Adhesion may be poor without additional bed adhesion aids.
| Filament Nozzle Requirement | 230-245°C |
| Printer Max Nozzle | 300°C |
| Filament Bed Requirement | 90-110°C |
| Printer Max Bed | 80°C |
What to do instead
- Your printer's bed maxes out at 80°C, but HIPS needs at least 90°C for reliable adhesion.
- Try a compatible filament for your Bambu Lab A1 Mini — PLA, PETG, and ABS are good options.
- If you need HIPS specifically, you'll need a printer with a hotend capable of 230°C+ nozzle.
HIPS Requirements
HIPS Properties
| Nozzle Range | 230-245°C |
| Bed Range | 90-110°C |
| Speed Range | 40-50 mm/s |
| Difficulty | intermediate |
| Enclosure | Required |
| Drying | Not required |
Bambu Lab A1 Mini Specs
| Build Volume | 180 x 180 x 180 mm |
| Max Speed | 500 mm/s |
| Max Nozzle Temp | 300°C |
| Max Bed Temp | 80°C |
| Extruder | Direct Drive |
HIPS at a Glance
Strengths
- Dissolves in D-Limonene (support material for ABS)
- Much cheaper than PVA ($20-25/kg)
- Low moisture sensitivity
- Can be used as standalone lightweight material
- Easy to paint and post-process
Weaknesses
- Requires D-Limonene solvent
- Only pairs well with ABS
- Needs enclosure (same as ABS)
- Less common than PVA for support use
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Try 3DSearch →Sources: Based on Bambu Lab Wiki (wiki.bambulab.com), community testing data, manufacturer recommended ranges. Values calculated from filament specifications and printer hardware limits.