Polylactide, ecological material
Polylactide is a healthy organic plastic. It does not crumble, allows painting and finishing (sanding, milling, polishing, etc.). This material withstands temperatures up to 60 degrees Celsius without deformation. It has a reputation as an environmentally friendly 3D printing material, as it is made from corn and is completely biodegradable.
PLA is the optimal choice for prototypes that have special requirements. It is harder than ABS material, it is not flexible and its properties deteriorate if it is left exposed to the sun for a long time. Regardless,
PLA is a great plastic for functional and conceptual prototypes, marketing materials, and finished products. It is important to note that due to the additional strength, this material is less convenient for the development of complex mechanisms and the fitting of elements. PLA is extremely precise, more pleasant to the touch and looks better than
ABS plastic . It also allows you to print a layer as thick as 0.05 millimeters (50 microns).
