PLA (Polylactic Acid)

PLA (Polylactic acid) is a biodegradable and very strong plastic. It is the best material for printing large parts. That is possible thanks to it’s very low thermal expansion. It is available in a range of colours.

For further information see Wikipedia

PLA advantages

  • Printing of large parts is much easier with almost no warping
  • No chemical odors are produced during printing

PLA disadvantages

  • Parts start to loose mechanical strength at temperatures over 60 °C

Printing information

  • 190°C - 220°C printing temperature
  • 40°C - 60°C heated bed temperature but only for bigger parts