Tectonic 3D ASA print temperature and settings
The settings Tectonic 3D publishes for its ASA: 235–260 °C at the nozzle and 90–110 °C on the bed. Start in the middle of the range, then adjust for your printer, speed and cooling.
Tectonic 3D's recommended nozzle range is about 7°C cooler than the typical ASA across the 27 ASA lines we track (median 250–260°C).
Print settings
| Nozzle | 235–260 °C | |
|---|---|---|
| Bed | 90–110 °C | |
| Density | 1.07 g/cm³ | |
| Diameters | 1.75 mm | |
Bars run on a fixed scale; the dashed line is the median of the 27 ASA lines we track. Data from SpoolmanDB.
How much filament is on a spool
Length from the published density, for each spool size Tectonic 3D sells.
| Spool | 1.75 mm |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | ≈ 389 m |
Printing ASA
Full ASA guide →Similar to ABS in strength and heat resistance but resistant to UV, so it is the usual choice for parts that live outdoors.
5 Tectonic 3D ASA colors
- Aura Black
- Aura Light Grey RAL 7035
- Aura Nato Green RAL 6031
- Aura Natural
- Aura White RAL 9016
Frequently asked questions
What temperature should I print Tectonic 3D ASA at?
Tectonic 3D lists 235–260°C at the nozzle and 90–110°C for the bed. Start mid-range, then go hotter for faster printing or better layer bonding and cooler if you see stringing.
How many meters are on a 1 kg spool of Tectonic 3D ASA?
About 389 m at 1.75 mm, from its published density of 1.07 g/cm³.
How many colors does Tectonic 3D ASA come in?
5 in the data we track, including Aura Black, Aura Light Grey RAL 7035, Aura Nato Green RAL 6031 and Aura Natural.