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[PA](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/filaments?hsLang=en#pa) # How to print with BCN3D PA ## A material known for its great resistance to impact and ability to work continuously at temperatures up to 120 ºC   --- |                                                                   | [**EN**](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/pa-filament-bcn3d) | [**ES**](https://support.bcn3d.com/es/knowledge/pa-filament-bcn3d?hsLang=en) | | --- | --- | --- | --- ### What is PA (Nylon)? | ![bcn3d-pa](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/PA/bcn3d-pa.jpg?width=600&name=bcn3d-pa.jpg) | **PA (Polyamide) or Nylon by its trade name,** is an engineering plastic, characterized by its great resistance to impact and ability to work continuously at temperatures up to 120 ºC for an extended period of time. Its semi-flexible behavior comes from its semicrystalline structure, which imparts strength and durability. | | --- | --- | It's best suited for the most demanding technical applications. A low coefficient of friction allows for short-term use in contact with moving parts. You can purchase PA from our store: [BCN3D PA](https://www.bcn3d.com/product/pa-bcn3d-filaments/) ### **PA compatibility with BCN3D printers / hotends** | ✔ | ✔ | **✗** | ✔ | ✔ | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | ![Epsilon-header](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/Epsilon-header.jpg?width=450&name=Epsilon-header.jpg) | ![w27-epsilon-series-bcn3d](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/w27-epsilon-series-bcn3d.png?width=600&name=w27-epsilon-series-bcn3d.png) | ![d25-sigma-series-bcn3d](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/d25-sigma-series-bcn3d.png?width=600&name=d25-sigma-series-bcn3d.png) | ![Sigmax-header-3-prints](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/Sigmax-header-3-prints.jpg?width=450&name=Sigmax-header-3-prints.jpg) | ![Sigma-header-3prints](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/Sigma-header-3prints.jpg?width=450&name=Sigma-header-3prints.jpg) | | 0.4 / 0.6 / 0.8 / 1.0 | 0.4 / 0.6 / 0.8 / 1.0 |   | 0.4 / 0.6/ 0.8 / 1.0 | 0.4 / 0.6/ 0.8 / 1.0 | ### **Supported materials combinations** The BCN3D PA is compatible with the following BCN3D Filaments. | **Standard materials** | |   |   | |   |   | |   |   | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | PLA **✗** | TPU **✗** | PVA **✗** | BVOH ✔ | TPLA **✗** | PET-G **✗** |   |   |   | | | | | **Technical materials** | |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   | | | ABS **✗** | PA **✔** | PP **✗** |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   | | **Composite materials** | | | |   |   |   | |   |   | | | | PAHT CF15 **✗** | PP GF30 **✗** | PET CF15 **✗** | 316L **✗** | 17-4 PH **✗** |   | | | | | | | ### **PA printing settings - 0.4 mm nozzle** | **Extruder temperature** | 220ºC-250ºC | | --- | --- | | **Build plate temperature** | 95ºC  | | **Speed** | 30-60 mm/s | | **Retraction speed ** | 30 mm/s | | **Retraction distance ** | 6.5 mm | | **Cooling fan** | 0-20% | | **Minimum layer height** | 0.15-0.4mm | - **Note:**  BCN3D Lab develops specific configurations for each material and printer. Be sure to use the last [BCN3D Stratos](https://www.bcn3d.com/bcn3d-stratos/) version. ### **Build plate adhesion** | **[Magigoo PRO PA](https://www.bcn3d.com/product/magigoo-pro-pa-50ml/) is designed for professional use and works exclusively with Polyamide filaments**. The parts should be relatively easy to remove once cooled and the glue residue easily cleaned off. It is best to apply Magigoo when the printing bed is cool. To reduce the warping is recommended to preheat the hotbed for 5 minutes before print. | ![BCN3D-Magigoo-PA-3D-Printing-Adhesive (2)](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/PA/BCN3D-Magigoo-PA-3D-Printing-Adhesive%20(2).jpg?width=300&name=BCN3D-Magigoo-PA-3D-Printing-Adhesive%20(2).jpg) | | --- | --- | ### **Recommendations** Plastics absorb moisture from the air. If the material is not in use for extended periods of time, it is recommended to keep the PA spools [in a box or airtight container with desiccant to keep them dry](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/filament-storage-bcn3d?hsLang=en). Dry the PA before printing, to avoid [common issues related to the humidity](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/humid-filament-bcn3d?hsLang=en) like burned areas on the printed part or underextrusion. PA emits low levels of gasses and particles when printed. We recommend printing it in a well-ventilated area to ensure a healthy environment. ### Digital documentation of the PA Here you can find and download the Technical data and the Safety data sheets of our PA: | ![download-arrow](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Button/download-arrow.png?width=25&name=download-arrow.png) | [Technical data sheet](https://www.bcn3d.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/BCN3D-Filaments-Technical-Data-Sheet-PA.pdf) | ![download-arrow](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BCN3D/Knowledge%20base/Button/download-arrow.png?width=25&height=25&name=download-arrow.png) | [Safety data sheet](https://www.bcn3d.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/BCN3D-Filaments-BASF-TDS-Ultrafuse-PA.pdf) | | --- | --- | --- | --- |   | **Send us your comments about this article** | [![feedback-button](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Button/feedback-button.png?width=179&name=feedback-button.png)](https://share.hsforms.com/1F7t1sBuOQyWlAeRwwFSjgQ3fec5) | | --- | --- | | #### **RELATED ARTICLES** | | | [![pa tips eng](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Related%20Articles%20English/pa%20tips%20eng.png?width=600&name=pa%20tips%20eng.png)](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/pa-bcn3d-tips?hsLang=en) | [![store filament eng](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Related%20Articles%20English/store%20filament%20eng.png?width=600&name=store%20filament%20eng.png)](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/handle-storage-filament-bcn3d?hsLang=en) |     - 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