Ultimaker PLA Filament (polylactic acid) is highly versatile, easy to print, and available in 11 colors. It prints reliably with high dimensional accuracy and a quality surface finish. This makes it an ideal material for a range of applications – from detailed prototypes to simple manufacturing jigs and gauges.

Summary

• We extensively test our PLA material for hassle-free 3D printing.
• Easy to print at high print speeds
• Achieve excellent tensile stiffness and detailed surface quality
• Dual extrude in two colors, or with PVA or Breakaway
• Ideal for investment casting to create metal parts

Properties

• Some of the key mechanical properties of Ultimaker PLA include:
• Excellent flexural strength (103 MPa)
• Good impact strength (Izod tested to 5.1 kJ/m²)
• High hardness (83 Shore D)
• Low melting temperature (from 145 °C)

Applications

• Ultimaker PLA is ideal for a wide range of applications, including:
• Manufacturing aids
• Architectural models
• Medical visualization aids
• Casts and molds for metal or ceramic parts
• Concept models
• Educational projects

Compatibility

Ultimaker PLA filament is officially supported by all Ultimaker 3D printers. It is compatible for dual extrusion with the following materials:

• Ultimaker PLA
• Ultimaker PVA
• Ultimaker Breakaway