PLA​

 

​PLA (Poly-lactic Acid or polylactide)​ has easy print-ability which makes it widely used in 3D printing.​ 

 

PLA is a thermoplastic aliphatic polyester derived from renewable biomass, typically from fermented plant starch such as from corn, cassava, sugarcane. PLA had the second highest consumption volume of any bio-plastic of the world.

 

PLA is used as medical implants in the form of anchors, screws, plates, pins, rods, and as a mesh. PLA can also be used as a decomposable packaging material, either cast, injection-molded, or spun. Cups and bags have been made from this material. 

 

In the form of a film, it shrinks upon heating, allowing it to be used in shrink tunnels. 

It is useful for producing loose-fill packaging, compost bags, food packaging, and disposable tableware. 

 

In the form of fibers and non-woven fabrics, PLA also has many potential uses, for example as upholstery, disposable garments, awnings, feminine hygiene products, and diapers. ​​

 

In 3D printing, PLA (Poly-lactic Acid) filament is the most common and broadly used material. PLA has a strength of about 70 ~ 80% or more compared to ABS filament and can be deformed at high temperatures. 

 

The melting point of ​PLA is around 180°C and unlike ABS, it does not shrink easily even when the temperature decreases, so it is possible to print variety of designs relatively stable and easy.​ ​

 

 

 

 

Print Temperature(℃)	180 - 220 ℃
Weight(g)	700g
Length(m)	230m
Diameter(mm)	1.75mm
Color	9 (Black, White, Grey, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Pink, Purple)

  * 1.5kg PLA available for 7X (Blue & White) 

 

Here are some sample outputs printed using PLA.

1) Wand stick from 'Harry Potter' by Stefan, Random Design Studio​

 

 

 

 

 

2) 'Overwatch' Widow Maker Helmet by Stefan, Random Design Studio

 

 

 

 

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