Owning a 3D printer without filament is like having a regular printer without paper or ink. Even if your printer comes with some filament, you might have used it up and need a new supply. That's why we offer a wide range of 3D printing filaments in various colors! This 1Kg spool of 3mm white PLA filament is an excellent basic material for 3D printers. Before buying, it's crucial to check the diameter and filament type your printer can handle. PLA is a bioplastic made from renewable natural resources. It's biodegradable in commercial compost facilities, so you can print with an eco - friendly conscience. When printing with PLA, there's less warping, and it works best when extruded between 160°C and 220°C. We've sampled filaments from many trusted 3D filament suppliers and tested them on our 3D printers. We found Ultimachine's plastics to be the most reliable for printing and spooling. We now use Ultimachine filament for all our Adafruit weekly projects. Their materials are high - grade and rarely clog. The raw material for Ultimachine PLA filament is Natureworks PLA4043D Ingeo resins from US - grown corn, and the pigments are bio - friendly and formulated for PLA.
Using this 3D printer filament is easy. First, make sure your printer can handle 3mm diameter PLA filament. Then, set the extrusion temperature between 160°C and 220°C. This will help the filament print smoothly with less warping. When it comes to storage, keep the filament in a dry place to prevent it from absorbing moisture. Before using a new spool, check it for any signs of damage or tangles. If you encounter any clogging issues, stop the printer immediately. Usually, the high - grade nature of this Ultimachine filament means clogging is rare. Remember, this is a biodegradable bioplastic, so you can feel good about using it and also properly dispose of any waste in commercial compost facilities.
