TPU 95A Settings for Creality Ender 3 S1
Recommended slicer settings for printing TPU 95A on the Creality Ender 3 S1 (220 x 220 x 270 mm build volume, 150 mm/s max speed, direct drive extruder).
Slicer Configuration
Copy these values into your slicer (Cura, OrcaSlicer, PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio)| Setting | Value | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Nozzle Temperature | 223°C | 210-235°C |
| Bed Temperature | 50°C | 40-60°C |
| First Layer Nozzle | 228°C | +5°C above normal |
| First Layer Bed | 55°C | +5°C above normal |
| Print Speed | 23 mm/s | 15-30 mm/s |
| First Layer Speed | 15 mm/s | 25-50% of normal |
| Wall Speed | 17 mm/s | 70-80% of normal |
| Travel Speed | 45 mm/s | 120-150% of print speed |
| Layer Height | 0.2mm | 0.12-0.28mm |
| Infill | 15-20% | 10-30% |
| Wall Count | 3-4 | Perimeters/shells |
| Top/Bottom Layers | 5-6 | Solid layers |
| Cooling Fan | 100% | From layer 2+ |
| Retraction Distance | 0.8-1.2 mm | Direct drive |
| Retraction Speed | 40 mm/s | Direct drive |
Before You Print
Print Quality Profiles
Three presets for common use cases with TPU 95A on the Creality Ender 3 S1.
| Profile | Layer Height | Speed | Infill | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Draft | 0.28mm | 30 mm/s | 10-15% | Rapid prototyping, test fits |
| Standard | 0.20mm | 23 mm/s | 15-20% | General purpose, everyday prints |
| Quality | 0.12mm | 15 mm/s | 20-30% | Miniatures, display pieces, fine detail |
Bed Adhesion
TPU 95A (Shore 95A) adheres well to most surfaces including PEI sheets, blue painter's tape, and glass with glue stick. Adhesion is rarely an issue — the flexibility helps it grip the bed.
Temperature Tuning Guide
Nozzle: 223°C
Range: 210-235°C. Printer max: 260°C.
- Poor layer adhesion? Increase +5°C
- Stringing or oozing? Decrease -5°C
- Print a temperature tower to find your exact sweet spot
Bed: 50°C
Range: 40-60°C. Printer max: 100°C.
- First layer lifting? Increase +5°C
- Elephant's foot? Decrease -5°C
- Let the bed fully preheat before starting
Troubleshooting TPU 95A on Creality Ender 3 S1
Pro Tips for TPU 95A
Shore 95A is the most common and easiest TPU to print -- start here if new to flexible filaments
Speed is everything: 20-40 mm/s maximum, slower for complex geometry
Minimize retraction (0.5-1mm direct drive) -- excessive retraction jams flexible filaments
Dry before use in humid climates; TPU is hygroscopic
Support Settings
For prints requiring supports with TPU 95A, use tree supports for easier removal and less scarring. Set a 0.15-0.2mm Z-distance between support and model. If you have a dual-extruder setup, consider PVA (for PLA/PETG) or HIPS (for ABS) as dedicated water/solvent-soluble support material.
Creality Ender 3 S1 Specs
| Build Volume | 220 x 220 x 270 mm |
| Max Speed | 150 mm/s |
| Max Nozzle Temp | 260°C |
| Max Bed Temp | 100°C |
| Extruder | Direct Drive |
TPU 95A Properties
| Nozzle Range | 210-235°C |
| Bed Range | 40-60°C |
| Speed Range | 15-30 mm/s |
| Difficulty | intermediate |
| Drying | 50°C / 5h |
| Enclosure | Not needed |
TPU 95A at a Glance
Strengths
- Standard flexible filament — Shore 95A hardness
- Good balance of flexibility and printability
- Excellent impact and abrasion resistance
- Stretches 300-500% before breaking
Weaknesses
- Must print slowly
- Difficult on Bowden extruders — direct drive preferred
- Minimal retraction needed (causes jams)
- Stringing is common
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Try 3DSearch →Sources: Based on Creality support documentation, community testing data, manufacturer recommended ranges. Values calculated from filament specifications and printer hardware limits.