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PLA - Polylactic Acid
Easy-to-print material for beginners, prototypes, and everyday models.
About the material
PLA (Polylactic Acid) is the easiest filament to print and a great default for most users. Properties: - Prints around 190-220 C nozzle, 50-60 C bed - Low warping, easy adhesion, low smell - Lower heat resistance than PETG or ABS Best for: visual prototypes, models, organizers, educational prints. Related: PETG, ABS, Filament.
Pros
- ✓Very easy to print
- ✓Low warping and low odor
- ✓Excellent visual detail
Cons
- ✗Lower heat resistance
- ✗More brittle than PETG or ABS
Best for
- •Visual prototypes
- •Models
- •Organizers
- •Educational prints