Lightweight PLA

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Lightweight PLA (LW-PLA) is specifically designed for applications where minimizing weight is crucial, such as 3D RC plane printing. LW-PLA can expand up to three times its initial volume when extruded at higher temperatures. This unique feature allows for the creation of lighter 3D printed objects without compromising the material's inherent strength, making it similar in durability to standard PLA. The surface texture of objects printed with LW-PLA is typically more foamy and slightly rougher compared to those printed with regular PLA.

Print with Lightweight PLA

Mechanical Properties

Tensile strength20–45 MPa

Tensile modulus1000–2200 MPa

Elongation3–6 %

Flexural strength30–65 MPa

Flexural modulus1000–2000 MPa

Density0.8 g/cm³

Thermal

Heat deflection at 66 PSI55–60 °C

Heat deflection at 264 PSI50–55 °C

Print Constraints

Maximum build volume

650 × 500 × 500 mm

Default layer height0.2 mm

Default infill20%

Min embossing0.4 mm

Min engraving0.4 mm

Accuracy± 0.3 mm

Warping riskLow

Interlocking partsSupported

Available finishes

Each finish can be combined with the available colors at checkout.

Standard

12 colors

Standard layered finish in various colors.

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