Introducing Copper-Filled Metal Composite HTPLA. Using real copper powder, we've created a premium heat treatable metal PLA filament for 3D prints that finish just like real metal!

Material Data

Base resin: HTPLA - Heat Treatable PLA
Additive: Real Copper Powder
Particle size: less than 250 microns (0.25mm)
Odor: low or no
Density: Approx. 2.30 g/cc
Length (500g): 97m (1.75mm) and 36m (2.85mm)
Heat treating: 110C (225F) for 10 min or as required for the desired result
Total loss of stiffness (before heat treat): 50-60C (Tg)
Total loss of stiffness (after heat treat): 150-175C (melting)
Dimension change (before heat treat): 0% X/Y/Z
Dimension change (after heat treat): 1.5% shrink X/Y and 1% growth Z typical but please calculate and confirm for your specific print and process

Printer Settings

Speed: 10-20 mm/s 1st layer, 20-80 mm/s rest of part
Nozzle Set-point: 185-215C (hottest on 1st layer for best adhesion)
Nozzle Actual: maintain set-point, reduce speed if less than
Nozzle Type: Standard or wear-resistant for extended use
Nozzle Diameter: 0.6mm or larger preferred, 0.4mm okay with 0.25mm minimum for experts
Layer thickness: 0.15-0.20mm recommended for a balance of quality, reliability, and productivity
Bed Temperature: Room-60C (over 60C can worsen warp)
Bed Preparation: Elmers purple disappearing glue stick or your other favorite PLA surface preparation