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PLA
Material type: Plastic
PLA (FDM) is used for low-cost, non-functional prototyping. Offers greater detail than ABS, but is more brittle. Unsuitable for high temperature applications.
Process compatibility
Material Color
White
Black
Grey
Yellow
Red
Green
Blue
Orange
Pink
Multi-colors
Material advantages
PLA is the most common and lowest cost 3D printing material. Large color selection.
Material shortcomings
Unsuitable for high temperature applications. PLA is more brittle than ABS with a lower impact strength and elongation before break.
Recommended description
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Properties
Name | |
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Density | 1.3g/cm3 |
Melting Point | 185 °C |
Heat transfer coefficient | 0.025 λ(w/m*k) |
Tensile strength | 40-60 MPa |
Elongation at break | 4-10% |
Common applications
• High-detail prototypes
• Customised parts and models
• Light pipes
• Millifluidic devices
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