Ultimaker PLA
Ultimaker PLA
PLA is the easiest filament to print: low shrinkage, no hot bed or enclosure required, crisp surfaces, vivid colours and almost no smell. It is the starting material for most users and for display pieces.
| Nozzle temperature | 190–220 °C |
|---|---|
| Bed temperature | 50–60 °C |
| Enclosure | Not needed |
| Drying | Rarely; store sealed |
Typical ranges for this material; the spool label and the printer profile are the authority.
Good for models, figures, prototypes, decor and any part that stays cool. Its limits: it softens around 55–60 °C, so it is wrong for parts in a parked car or near heat, and it is more brittle than PETG under impact.
Prints on open-frame machines such as the Bambu Lab A1 mini / A1 and Creality SPARKX i7
Store in a zip bag with desiccant. If the filament snaps easily or pops while printing, dry it at about 45–50 °C for two to four hours.
