Description
Comparison of Different Nozzle Sizes
| 0.2 mm Nozzle | 0.4 mm Nozzle | 0.6 mm Nozzle | 0.8 mm Nozzle | |
| Usage scenario | Perfect for small and intricate models, with precision that’s worth the wait | Ideal for everyday use with the perfect balance of speed and qualty | Faster speeds and capable of printing high-performance filaments, with some decrease in resolution | Faster speeds and capable of printing high-performance filaments, with some decrease in resolution |
| Commonly used for | Miniature models Intricate logos Text Molds | Toys Mechanical parts Decorative objects | Large structural parts Functional parts for household Industrial or engineering parts High-strength models | Large structural parts Functional parts for household Industrial or engineering parts High-strength models |
*The final display of ‘Model Strength’ & ‘Model Fineness’ depend on the results of the material testing.
Filament Compatibility
| Material | 0.2 mm Nozzle | 0.4 mm Nozzle | 0.6 mm Nozzle | 0.8 mm Nozzle | Hardened Steel Required? |
| General PLA | YES | YES | YES | YES | Optional |
| PLA Sparkle | *NO | YES | YES | YES | Optional |
| PLA Marble | *NO | YES | YES | YES | Optional |
| Wood/Rock/Metal-filled PLA | *NO | YES | YES | YES | Optional |
| PETG | YES | YES | YES | YES | Optional |
| PVA | YES | YES | YES | YES | Optional |
| ABS | YES | YES | YES | YES | Optional |
| ASA | YES | YES | YES | YES | Optional |
| PC | YES | YES | YES | YES | Optional |
| PA | *NO | YES | YES | YES | Optional |
| TPU | *NO | YES | YES | YES | Optional |
| Bambu PLA-CF | *NO | *Highly Recommended | YES | YES | *Required |
| Bambu PETG-CF | *NO | *Highly Recommended | YES | YES | *Required |
| Bambu PAHT-CF | *NO | YES | *Highly Recommended | YES | *Required |
| Bambu PET-CF | *NO | YES | *Highly Recommended | YES | *Required |
| CF/GF Filaments from other brands | *NO | Not Recommended | YES | YES | *Required |
[*Note]
- Filaments with carbon fiber, glass fiber, metal, or other inorganic particles are prone to clog a 0.2 mm nozzle.
- For filaments containing carbon fiber or glass fiber, it is highly recommended to use a hardened steel 0.6 mm nozzle to minimize the risk of clogging and abrasion.
- Bambu PLA-CF and Bambu PETG-CF have been extensively tested and proven to have a low risk of clogging when printed with a hardened steel 0.4 mm nozzle, while also achieving higher print quality.
Learn more about filament compatibility on Bambu Lab Wiki.
