PLA

FDM

PLA (polylactic acid) is the most common FDM material. However, it lacks the temperature resistance that many other materials offer. It is great for prototypes, concept models, and low-wear toys.

Colors

Best Uses

  • Prototypes

  • Concept Models

  • Low wear Toys

  • Parts that do not require temperature resistance

Characteristics

  • Brittle fracture at failure

  • Rigid and hard

  • Semi-gloss

Strengths

  • Low cost

  • Best detail and dimensional accuracy of FDM Materials

  • Best choice for large FDM parts

  • Good inter-layer adhesion (layer bonding)

  • Biodegradable in industrial compost

Weaknesses

  • Low-temperature resistance ~55°C

Technical Data Sheets

Black, White

Grey, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Purple