Wood-Filled PLA 3D Printer Filament

Introducing Filamatrix Wood-filled PLA!  Based on our standard PLA formulation, but with the addition of real wood.  This gives the printed object the look and feel (and smell even) of a wooden part.  Due to the nature of the wood filler, we recommend printing with a 0.6mm nozzle to avoid clogs.  The wood material will also absorb moisture more than standard PLA, so be mindful on reducing and maintaining moisture more than a standard PLA color.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Recommended nozzle temperature: 200° - 220° C
• Recommended nozzle size: 0.6mm or higher
• Recommended bed temperature: room temperature to 60° C
• Recommended drying temperature: 50° C

TIPS FOR OPTIMAL PRINTING

• While a heated bed is not required for printing, starting around 60 °C may give better results.
• PLA adheres to a variety of build surfaces (glass, PEI, etc.).

A FEW WORDS ABOUT DRYING

• All 3D printer filaments are at least somewhat prone to absorbing water (hydroscopic)
• PLA is slow to absorb moisture so it may not be immediately noticeable, but the addition of wood does increase moisture sensitivity
• 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 casual to moderate printers we recommend this product (Opens in new window. No compensation is received.)
• For PLA, dry six hours at 50° C (120° F)