TPE Settings for Markforged FX20
Recommended slicer settings for printing TPE 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 30°C for TPE. Adhesion may be poor without additional bed adhesion aids.
| Filament Nozzle Requirement | 200-230°C |
| Printer Max Nozzle | 385°C |
| Filament Bed Requirement | 30-50°C |
| Printer Max Bed | N/A |
What to do instead
- Your printer's bed maxes out at 0°C, but TPE needs at least 30°C for reliable adhesion.
- Try a compatible filament for your Markforged FX20 — PLA, PETG, and ABS are good options.
- If you need TPE specifically, you'll need a printer with a hotend capable of 200°C+ nozzle.
TPE Requirements
TPE Properties
| Nozzle Range | 200-230°C |
| Bed Range | 30-50°C |
| Speed Range | 10-25 mm/s |
| Difficulty | advanced |
| Enclosure | Not needed |
| Drying | 50°C / 5h |
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 |
TPE at a Glance
Strengths
- Softer than TPU — very rubber-like
- Excellent elasticity and memory
- Good for very flexible parts
- Chemical resistant
Weaknesses
- Extremely difficult to print
- Direct drive required — impossible on Bowden
- Very slow speeds only
- Poor detail resolution due to softness
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