Plus, Nylon is a lot more difficult to work with than PLA+, and most users have to print many test models to achieve high-quality prints in Nylon. Knowing these differences is key to a successful 3D printing experience and so we have created a Filament Comparison Guide with everything you need to know about every type of filament available. PLA is known for being a very non-toxic material that’s generally food-safe and produces very little fumes. As champions of sustainability in 3D printing, we at Filamentive believe in transparency and arming our community with accurate information.

Below, I’ve gone over ABS and PETG, two of my favorite alternatives to PLA+ filament that boast even better strength and durability. The extra smooth PolyTerra filament in the colour 'Charcoal Black' has a matte look and is partly of natural origin. For example, the environmentally friendly PolyLite PLA is of high quality and specially designed for easy printing. In addition, the filament does not shrink during cooling and with this ultra-strong PLA you will hardly suffer from warping. Dimensional accuracy is very important if you need your 3D prints to be a certain size to fit in, on, or around another part.The packaging and spool are made from recycled cardboard and for every spool sold, Polymaker plants a tree. The structure of PLA makes it useful for creating intricate parts, so it's a good choice for prototypes and architectural modelling. The Ultrafuse Pro1 Tough PLA is particularly suitable for industrial applications where a lot of force is exerted on the printed object. If you are using a lot of filament, purchasing by the case is a great option to save and meet your production needs. Metal - Stainless steel, copper, brass, iron, and conductive metal powders can be added to PLA to create a filament that can be sanded and buffed to create prints that are extremely similar to metal in appearance and characteristics.

PLA-HP also has a higher temperature resistance (134C HDT), so prints made from this material can be cleaned in the dishwasher. PLA filament is stronger and shinier than ABS and you do not need a heated bed for a high-quality result. The filament is made of PLA material, this material ensures that your prints are strong and durable. This PLA Recycled filament from REAL is just as user-friendly as regular PLA, but slightly better for the environment!

Ideal for industrial applications where a lot of force is applied to the printed object, such as tools or parts for your 3D printer. Because this filament is based on PLA, it is very easy to print with and a heated bed is not necessary.

This super strong filament can be printed at very high speed by high-speed printers and has very favorable properties. This difference in dimensional accuracy stems from the more precise manufacturing process used to make PLA+ filament compared to regular PLA, as well as manufacturers setting a lower tolerance for the filament diameter when producing PLA+.The filament is equipped with the XYZ RFID chip so that it integrates perfectly with the XYZ da Vinci Junior, da Vinci Nano and da Vinci Mini .

This PLA (polylactic acid) 3D Printer Filament from our high-quality own brand RS PRO is the most popular 3D printing filament material and it is the best material for getting started with your 3D printer. You should try to keep your PLA and PLA+ filaments away from humid environments to maximize the quality of your prints. Both PLA and PLA+ are considered rigid filament materials, with nowhere near the level of elasticity as TPU, TPE, or even Nylon filaments. This filament offers the ideal balance between sturdiness and ease of use and is therefore ideal for beginners.This filament also has a slightly higher print temperature (220°C) than regular PLA and an optimal bed temperature of 35°C. Although this glue is specially intended for attaching 3D prints, you can also glue your objects to a glass plate or mirror.