--- title: How to print with BCN3D PET-G description: An easily printable material with good mechanical, chemical and thermal properties. 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In this article, you will find the basic information to print with BCN3D PET-G   --- |                                                                   | [**EN**](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/pp-filament-bcn3d?hsLang=en) | [**ES**](https://support.bcn3d.com/es/knowledge/petg-filament-bcn3d?hsLang=en) | | --- | --- | --- | --- ### What is PET-G | ![bcn3d-petg](https://support.bcn3d.com/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/PETG/bcn3d-petg.jpg) | **PET-G (Polyethylene terephthalate glycol-modified)** is a polyester thermoplastic characterized by a good balance of tensile strength and elongation at break. Its high resistance to water and chemicals makes it the material of choice for water-tight containers and protective cases. | | --- | --- | PET-G is a versatile technical material, as easy to print as PLA, but with an improved balance of mechanical, chemical, and thermal properties. You can purchase PET-G from our store: [BCN3D PET-G](https://www.bcn3d.com/product/pet-g-bcn3d-filaments/) ### **Properties of BCN3D PET-G** | [![BCN3D\_Filaments\_PETG\_Highly\_resistant\_to\_chemicals\_and\_humidity](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/PETG/BCN3D_Filaments_PETG_Highly_resistant_to_chemicals_and_humidity%20Cropped.jpg?width=272&name=BCN3D_Filaments_PETG_Highly_resistant_to_chemicals_and_humidity%20Cropped.jpg)](https://support.bcn3d.com/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/PETG/BCN3D_Filaments_PETG_Highly_resistant_to_chemicals_and_humidity.jpg?hsLang=en) | - Functional prototypes and mechanical parts -  Waterproof applications - Structural parts subject to mild stress - Snap-fit joints - Commonly used in beverage bottles | | --- | --- | ### **PET-G 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 | 0.4 / 0.6 / 0.8 / 1 | 0.4 /0.8 | 0.4 / 0.6 / 0.8 / 1 | 0.4 / 0.6 / 0.8 / 1 | ### **Supported material combinations** The BCN3D PET-G is compatible with the following BCN3D Filaments. | **Standard materials** | |   |   | |   |   | |   |   | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | PLA **![e-experimental](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/e-experimental.png?width=18&name=e-experimental.png)** | TPU **![e-experimental](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/e-experimental.png?width=18&name=e-experimental.png)** | PVA **![e-experimental](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/e-experimental.png?width=18&name=e-experimental.png)** | BVOH **![e-experimental](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/e-experimental.png?width=18&name=e-experimental.png)** | TPLA **![e-experimental](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/e-experimental.png?width=18&name=e-experimental.png)** | PET-G ✔ |   |   |   | | | | | **Technical materials** | |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   | | | ABS **![e-experimental](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/e-experimental.png?width=18&name=e-experimental.png)** | PA **✗** | PP **✗** |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   | | **Composite materials** | | | |   |   |   | |   |   | | | | PAHT CF15 **✗** | PP GF30 **✗** | PET CF15 **✔** | 316L **✗** | 17-4 PH **✗** |   | | | | | | | ### **PET-G printing settings - 0.4 mm nozzle** | **Extruder temperature** | 230ºC-250ºC | | --- | --- | | **Build plate temperature** | 60ºC Full enclosure models 80ºC Open models | | **Speed** | 30 mm/s Full enclosure models 45 mm/s Open models | | **Retraction speed ** | 40 mm/s Full enclosure models 60 mm/s Open models | | **Retraction distance ** | 6.5 mm Full enclosure models 5 mm Open models | | **Cooling fan** | 90% | | **Minimum layer height** | 0.15-0.4 mm |   - **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** | Apply a fine and even layer of [Magigoo](https://www.bcn3d.com/product/magigoo-50ml-build-plate-adhesive-for-technical-materials/) glue to achieve the desired adhesion between the 3D printed part and the printing surface of your 3D printer in order to keep the part fixed. It is best to apply Magigoo when the printing bed is cool. | ![BCN3D\_Technologies-Magigoo\_original-50ml\_bottle-0](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/BCN3D_Technologies-Magigoo_original-50ml_bottle-0.png?width=300&name=BCN3D_Technologies-Magigoo_original-50ml_bottle-0.png) | | --- | --- | ### **Recommendations** **Plastics absorb moisture from the air.** When the material is not in use, it is recommended to [keep the PET-G spools in a box or airtight container with desiccant](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/handle-storage-filament-bcn3d?hsLang=en)[to keep them dry.](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/handle-storage-filament-bcn3d?hsLang=en) PET-G 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 BCN3D PET-G Here you can find and download the Technical data and the Safety data sheets of our PET-G: | ![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-PET-G.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-MCCP-TDS-PET-G.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** | | | [![petg tips eng](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Related%20Articles%20English/petg%20tips%20eng.png?width=600&name=petg%20tips%20eng.png)](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/pet-g-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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