PLA

Polylactic Acid

PLA (Polylactic Acid) is one of the two most used 3D printing filaments, the other being ABS. PLA has gained its position because of two main factors: ease of use and price. It is one of the easiest materials to print because it prints at relatively low temperatures, usually does not require a heated bed, and doesn’t warp as it cools down. This means it has great bed adhesion and a lower failure rate than other materials. PLA is also very cheap. A 1kg spool usually goes for 15-30 USD depending on the brand, with prices on sale reaching as low as 10 USD. PLA is also non-toxic, odorless, and biodegradable as it is made from corn-starch.

Nozzle Temperature: 190-220 °C

Bed Temperature: 0-60 °C

Key Properties of PLA:

PROs	CONs
·       Stiff ·       Low warp ·       Low printing temperatures ·       Odorless ·       Non-toxic ·       Biodegradable	·       Brittle ·       Low Glass Transition Temperature (60°C)

PLA is best used for:

• Props or cosmetic prints
• Prints that don’t need to resist stress or impacts
• Décor and toys

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