3D-printed Kalmar Motor Logo

PLA

PLA is the perfect choice for easy and sustainable 3D printing! Made from renewable resources, it is also environmentally friendly. It is affordable, produces beautiful prints with high precision and is perfect for prototypes, models and decorative projects!
3D-printed Kalmar Motor Logo
Plastic FDM

3D printing with PLA

PLA is one of the most popular materials for 3D printing, known for its ease of use and environmentally friendly properties. Made from renewable resources such as corn starch, PLA is biodegradable and a sustainable choice for your projects. Thanks to its low risk of warping and simple printing process, parts with high accuracy and detail can be manufactured. PLA is perfect for prototypes, models and decorative objects, where strength is less important than aesthetics and ease of handling. A reliable and versatile material for creative ideas! For applications that require higher strength, PLA Tough is often a good choice.

  • Bio-based and environmentally friendly
  • High level of detail
  • Low risk of skew
  • Perfect for prototypes and decorative items
  • Low resistance to oils and chemicals

Material data

As printed
25MPa
N/A
3%
2200MPa
50°C
60MPa
1750MPa
Process data
Standard tolerance: ± 0.3% (lowest limit ±0.3 mm)
Layer thickness: 0.12 - 0.2 mm
Minimum wall thickness: 1 mm
Minimum detail: 0.5 mm
Largest component size: 1.5 m
Characteristics
Bio-based Rigid
Category
Architectural model Design model Prototype Series production >50 pcs. Series production <50 pcs.
Colours
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