Filament Dryer Settings Guide
The complete temperature and time reference for drying every 3D printing filament. Works with iDryer, Sunlu S1, Creality, Bambu Lab, and all other filament dryers. Click any material to see community-verified presets.
Drying Temperature & Time by Filament Type
| Material | Dryer Temp | Time | Moisture Risk | Presets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA11Polyamide 11 | — | — | Critical | View presets |
| PA12Polyamide 12 | — | — | Critical | View presets |
| PA6Polyamide 6 | — | — | Critical | View presets |
| PA612Polyamide 612 | — | — | Critical | View presets |
| PA66Polyamide 66 | — | — | Critical | View presets |
| PPAPolyphthalamide | — | — | Critical | View presets |
| TPEThermoplastic Elastomer | — | — | Critical | View presets |
| TPUThermoplastic Polyurethane | — | — | Critical | View presets |
| ABSAcrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene | — | — | High | View presets |
| ASAAcrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate | — | — | High | View presets |
| PCLPolycaprolactone | — | — | High | View presets |
| PCPolycarbonate | — | — | High | View presets |
| PCTGPolycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate Glycol | — | — | High | View presets |
| PETGPolyethylene Terephthalate Glycol | — | — | High | View presets |
| PVAPolyvinyl Alcohol | — | — | High | View presets |
| TPCThermoplastic Copolyester | — | — | High | View presets |
| BVOHButenediol Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| CPECopolyester | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| EVAEthylene Vinyl Acetate | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| HIPSHigh Impact Polystyrene | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| OBCOlefin Block Copolymer | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PBTPolybutylene Terephthalate | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PEBAPolyether Block Amide | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PEEKPolyether Ether Ketone | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PEIPolyetherimide | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PEKKPolyetherketoneketone | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PESPolyethersulfone | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PETPolyethylene Terephthalate | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PHAPolyhydroxyalkanoate | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PLAPolylactic Acid | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PMMAPolymethyl Methacrylate | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| POMPolyoxymethylene | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PPEPolyphenylene Ether | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PPSPolyphenylene Sulfide | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PPSUPolyphenylsulfone | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PPPolypropylene | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PSPolystyrene | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PSUPolysulfone | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PVBPolyvinyl Butyral | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PVCPolyvinyl Chloride | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| PVDFPolyvinylidene Fluoride | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| SBSStyrene-Butadiene-Styrene | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
| TPIThermoplastic Polyimide | — | — | Moderate | View presets |
Compatible Filament Dryers
The presets above work with any filament dryer. Here's how popular models compare:
iDryerRecommended
Temp range: 35–95°C
Precise PID control, humidity monitoring, pass-through printing
Sunlu S1 / S2
Temp range: 35–70°C
Compact, popular entry-level option
Creality Filament Dryer
Temp range: 40–65°C
Good for PLA and PETG
Bambu Lab AMS
Temp range: 40–55°C
Built into Bambu printer ecosystem, passive drying
Sovol SH01
Temp range: 40–70°C
Large capacity, dual spool support
EIBOS Cyclopes
Temp range: 40–70°C
Rotating spool design
Why Does Filament Need to Be Dried?
Filament is hygroscopic — it absorbs moisture from the air. Wet filament causes:
The fix is simple: dry the spool in a filament dryer before printing. For best results, print directly from the dryer while it's running — iDryer supports pass-through printing for continuous active drying.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature should a filament dryer be set to?
It depends on the material: PLA needs 45°C · 4h, PETG 65°C · 4h, ABS/ASA 80°C · 4h, Nylon 80°C · 8–12h. The full table is above. iDryer, Sunlu S1, and Creality dryers support these ranges.
Do I need a filament dryer for PLA?
PLA absorbs moisture, especially in humid climates. Drying at 45°C for 4h eliminates stringing and improves surface quality. If your PLA spools are stored open for more than a week, drying is recommended.
Which filament dryer is best?
A dryer that reaches at least 80°C handles all common materials. iDryer reaches 95°C with active humidity monitoring. Sunlu S1 and Creality max at 65–70°C — good for PLA/PETG but insufficient for Nylon and PC.
Can I print from the dryer while it's running?
Yes — called "printing from the dryer" or "active drying". iDryer has a pass-through port for this. Bambu AMS also supports it. This is especially useful for Nylon which re-absorbs moisture very quickly.