PA6-CF Settings for Voxelab Aquila X2
Recommended slicer settings for printing PA6-CF on the Voxelab Aquila X2 (220 x 220 x 250 mm build volume, 180 mm/s max speed, Bowden extruder).
Slicer Configuration
Copy these values into your slicer (Cura, OrcaSlicer, PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio)| Setting | Value | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Nozzle Temperature | 260°C | 255-280°C |
| Bed Temperature | 93°C | 85-100°C |
| First Layer Nozzle | 260°C | At printer max |
| First Layer Bed | 98°C | +5°C above normal |
| Print Speed | 35 mm/s | 25-45 mm/s |
| First Layer Speed | 15 mm/s | 25-50% of normal |
| Wall Speed | 26 mm/s | 70-80% of normal |
| Travel Speed | 68 mm/s | 120-150% of print speed |
| Layer Height | 0.2mm | 0.12-0.28mm |
| Infill | 15-20% | 10-30% |
| Wall Count | 2-3 | Perimeters/shells |
| Top/Bottom Layers | 3-4 | Solid layers |
| Cooling Fan | 100% | From layer 2+ |
| Retraction Distance | 4-6 mm | Bowden |
| Retraction Speed | 40 mm/s | Bowden |
Before You Print
Print Quality Profiles
Three presets for common use cases with PA6-CF on the Voxelab Aquila X2.
| Profile | Layer Height | Speed | Infill | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Draft | 0.28mm | 45 mm/s | 10-15% | Rapid prototyping, test fits |
| Standard | 0.20mm | 35 mm/s | 15-20% | General purpose, everyday prints |
| Quality | 0.12mm | 25 mm/s | 20-30% | Miniatures, display pieces, fine detail |
Bed Adhesion
PA6-CF requires Garolite (G10) sheet or PEI with Magigoo PA adhesive at 80-100°C. A brim is essential. The carbon fibers reduce warping somewhat compared to plain PA6, but an enclosure is still mandatory. Print from a dry box.
Temperature Tuning Guide
Nozzle: 260°C
Range: 255-280°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: 93°C
Range: 85-100°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 PA6-CF on Voxelab Aquila X2
Pro Tips for PA6-CF
All-metal hotend and hardened steel nozzle (0.5mm+) are both mandatory
Dry at 80°C for 16+ hours and print from an active-drying dry box
PA6-CF provides excellent stiffness-to-weight ratio for structural applications
Seal your enclosure thoroughly; drafts cause delamination in PA6-CF
Support Settings
For prints requiring supports with PA6-CF, 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.
Voxelab Aquila X2 Specs
| Build Volume | 220 x 220 x 250 mm |
| Max Speed | 180 mm/s |
| Max Nozzle Temp | 260°C |
| Max Bed Temp | 100°C |
| Extruder | Bowden |
PA6-CF Properties
| Nozzle Range | 255-280°C |
| Bed Range | 85-100°C |
| Speed Range | 25-45 mm/s |
| Difficulty | advanced |
| Drying | 85°C / 12h |
| Enclosure | Recommended |
PA6-CF at a Glance
Strengths
- Extremely stiff and strong
- Better dimensional stability than PA6
- Reduced moisture absorption vs plain PA6
- Professional matte finish
Weaknesses
- Hardened steel nozzle mandatory
- Very hygroscopic — dry box printing essential
- Expensive (~$50-80/kg)
- Brittle compared to unreinforced PA6
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