Nylon Settings for Markforged FX20
Recommended slicer settings for printing Nylon on the Markforged FX20 (525 x 400 x 400 mm build volume, 250 mm/s max speed, direct drive extruder).
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Not Compatible
The max bed temperature of 0°C is below the recommended 70°C for Nylon. Adhesion may be poor without additional bed adhesion aids.
| Filament Nozzle Requirement | 240-280°C |
| Printer Max Nozzle | 385°C |
| Filament Bed Requirement | 70-90°C |
| Printer Max Bed | N/A |
What to do instead
- Your printer's bed maxes out at 0°C, but Nylon needs at least 70°C for reliable adhesion.
- Try a compatible filament for your Markforged FX20 — PLA, PETG, and ABS are good options.
- If you need Nylon specifically, you'll need a printer with a hotend capable of 240°C+ nozzle.
Nylon Requirements
Nylon Properties
| Nozzle Range | 240-280°C |
| Bed Range | 70-90°C |
| Speed Range | 30-50 mm/s |
| Difficulty | advanced |
| Enclosure | Required |
| Drying | 80°C / 16h |
Markforged FX20 Specs
| Build Volume | 525 x 400 x 400 mm |
| Max Speed | 250 mm/s |
| Max Nozzle Temp | 385°C |
| Max Bed Temp | N/A |
| Extruder | Direct Drive |
Nylon at a Glance
Strengths
- Highest tensile strength among common filaments (50-90 MPa)
- Excellent wear and abrasion resistance
- Excellent fatigue resistance (living hinges, snap fits)
- Good heat resistance (PA6 softens ~180C)
- Ideal for gears, bearings, and mechanical parts
Weaknesses
- Extremely hygroscopic (absorbs moisture rapidly)
- Requires extensive drying (12-20 hours)
- Must print from a dry box
- Warps aggressively without enclosure
- Difficult to get right for beginners
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