New Fangled PLA variants

Discussion in 'Digital Design and Fabrication' started by NickMyers, Feb 18, 2016.

  1. NickMyers

    NickMyers Admin RCWC Staff

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    Anyone tried any of the newer PLA formulations that they're pitching as being heat treatable for increased strength and heat deflection temperature?
     
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    not yet but I've heard good things about colorfabb xt pla and polymakr polymax. I intend to get my hands on some colorfabb and polymakr stuff in the next couple months
     
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    not sure about colorfabb's stuff, but I think Polymax still has the same temperature ratings as regular PLA, which put it on the edge of usability (don't leave it in your car on a hot day)