Ultimaker PLA (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.
SPECIFICATIONS
SUMMARY- 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
PROPERTIESSome 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)
APPLICATIONSUltimaker 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
COMPATIBILITYUltimaker 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