PLA Filament 5lb Bulk Spool — Made in USA
More filament, fewer spool changes. Filamatrix PLA on a 5lb spool is the smart step up for active hobbyists and moderate-production printers who want to reduce downtime without committing to a full 10lb spool. Same USA-made quality and tight diameter tolerances as our 1kg — just more of it.
Printing at high volume or running multiple machines? Our
PLA 10lb spool offers the best cost-per-gram and the fewest spool changes. For impact-resistant applications, see our
Tough PLA 5lb spool available in the same colors.
Why Choose Filamatrix PLA?
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Made in USA — Domestic manufacturing with strict in-house quality control and certified third-party physical property testing
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Tightest Diameter Tolerance — 3-axis filament measurement for consistent extrusion, fewer jams, and cleaner prints
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Multiple Colors Available — 1.75mm and 2.85mm available across all standard colors
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Easy to Print — Adheres to glass, PEI, and most build surfaces; no enclosure required
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Bioplastic Material — Made from renewable resources
What’s Included:
- 5lb (approx. 2.2kg) spool of PLA Filament
- Available in 1.75mm and 2.85mm diameters
- Compatible with most FDM 3D printers
Ideal For:
- Active hobbyists and makers who print frequently
- Moderate production runs and batch printing
- Prototyping and functional parts that don’t require high heat or impact resistance
- Cosplay props, miniatures, and display models
- Reducing spool changes without committing to a full 10lb spool
Technical Specifications:
- Material: PLA (Polylactic Acid)
- Net Weight: 5lb (approx. 2.2kg)
- Diameter: 1.75mm and 2.85mm
- Recommended Nozzle Temperature: 200–220°C
- Recommended Bed Temperature: Room temperature to 60°C
- Recommended Drying Temperature: 50°C
- Made in USA
Spool Specifications:
- Flange Diameter: 11.75” (298mm)
- Traverse Width: 3.6” (91mm)
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Note: Due to spool dimensions, this product is not compatible with the Bambu AMS, Prusa MMU, or other automated material handling systems. Please verify your printer’s spool size requirements before purchasing.
- Need a stand for this spool? See our
Spool Holder accessory.
Tips for Optimal Printing:
- A heated bed is not required, but starting around 60°C may improve first-layer adhesion.
- PLA adheres to a variety of build surfaces (glass, PEI, etc.).
- Use standard speeds — PLA is forgiving and works well across a wide range of printer profiles.
A Few Words About Drying:
- All 3D printer filaments are at least somewhat prone to absorbing water (hygroscopic)
- PLA is slow to absorb moisture, so degradation may not be immediately noticeable
- Indications of moisture problems include popping or spitting when printing and stringy prints
- Drying may be done in a dedicated filament dryer, oven, or food dehydrator
- For PLA, dry six hours at 50°C (120°F)
Data Sheets:
Whether you’re searching for
PLA filament 5lb,
bulk PLA filament,
USA made PLA,
1.75mm PLA bulk spool, or
2.85mm PLA bulk spool — Filamatrix PLA delivers tight diameter tolerances, consistent color, and domestic manufacturing quality. For maximum value and the fewest spool changes, see our
PLA 10lb spool. Need a 1kg AMS-compatible spool? See our
PLA 1kg.
