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Retraction Tuner
Setup
Extruder Type
Direct Drive
Bowden
Most modern printers are Direct Drive. Bowden needs more distance.
Material
PLA
PETG
TPU (flex)
ABS/ASA
Nylon
Some materials string more and prefer different speeds.
Hotend Liner
All-metal
PTFE-lined
PTFE-lined hotends usually prefer shorter distances.
Nozzle Size (mm)
Print Temp (°C)
Higher temp often increases stringing.
Travel Speed (mm/s)
Faster travels often reduce stringing.
Tuning Plan
Distance Range (mm)
Direct drive usually 0.2–1.2mm. Bowden often 2–6mm.
Distance Step (mm)
Speed Range (mm/s)
Most setups tune well between 20–60mm/s.
Speed Step (mm/s)
Auto-fill Ranges
Generate Recommendations
Copy Settings Block
Results
Click “Generate Recommendations”.