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Material type: Plastic

PLA (FDM) is used for low-cost, non-functional prototyping. Offers greater detail than ABS, but is more brittle. Unsuitable for high temperature applications.

Process compatibility

FDM

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Material advantages

PLA is the most common and lowest cost 3D printing material. Large color selection.

Material shortcomings

Unsuitable for high temperature applications. PLA is more brittle than ABS with a lower impact strength and elongation before break.

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Properties

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Density	1.3g/cm3
Melting Point	185 °C
Heat transfer coefficient	0.025 λ(w/m*k)
Tensile strength	40-60 MPa
Elongation at break	4-10%

Common applications

• High-detail prototypes

• Customised parts and models

• Light pipes

• Millifluidic devices

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