Everyday printing
PLA Basic
An easy-printing PLA for models, prototypes and low-stress parts. Low warping, broad printer compatibility and no enclosure required.
- Nozzle temperature
- 190 – 230 °C
- Printing speed
- 60 – 300 mm/s
Materials we manufacture / PLA
PLA filament.
More ways to create.
Explore our PLA filament range, from everyday printing to matte, silk and special effects. Choose a finish, check the technical data and build a range for your brand.
12 PLA gradesEveryday, matte, silk & special effects
Grade-specific TDSPrinting settings & material properties
Your brand, your rangeCustom colours, spools & packaging
A place to start
Find your everyday PLA.
Start with easy printing, or choose a matte finish for parts made to be seen.
Matte finish
PLA Matte
A low-gloss PLA that visually softens layer lines. Choose it for presentation models, home decor and housings where surface finish matters.
- Nozzle temperature
- 210 – 230 °C
- Printing speed
- 60 – 200 mm/s
Material selection
PLA Basic or PLA Matte?
Compare the recommended printing ranges and typical specimen properties.
| Selection guide | PLA Basic | PLA Matte |
|---|---|---|
| Choose it for | Models, prototypes & education | Presentation models & home decor |
| Nozzle temperature | 190 – 230 °C | 210 – 230 °C |
| Bed temperature | 35 – 45 °C | 45 – 60 °C |
| Printing speed | 60 – 300 mm/s | 60 – 200 mm/s |
| Tensile strength (X–Y) | ~ 46 ± 4 MPa | ~ 42 ± 4 MPa |
| Enclosure | Not required | Not required |
Typical values from the corresponding WJ TDS. Test and conditioning settings differ by grade; these values are selection references, not guaranteed part performance.
Looking for modified PLA? Explore the independent PLA+ range for indoor functional parts and enhanced toughness.
The PLA collection
Choose your finish.
Browse every PLA grade and its technical data sheet.
Special effects
Marble PLA
decorative vases and homeware, sculptural models, coasters and tabletop pieces, and any print wanting a stone-inspired finish without post-processing.
View material guideEveryday printing
PLA Basic
display models, prototypes, classroom and hobby projects, organisers and low-stress functional parts, and any print where ease of use matters more than heat or impact resistance.
View material guideSpecial effects
PLA Glow
night lights and signage, safety markers, toys and novelty items, and any print meant to glow after the lights go out.
View material guideEveryday printing
PLA Macaron
figurines and character models, home decor and gifts, kids' projects, and any everyday print calling for a gentle, pastel colour palette.
View material guideMatte finish
PLA Matte
display and presentation models, home decor, enclosures and housings where a soft matte finish is preferred, and any print where visible layer lines are undesirable.
View material guideSpecial effects
PLA Rainbow
display models, seasonal decor, gifts, and any single-spool print wanting a flowing multicolour gradient.
View material guideSilk finish
PLA Silk Dual Color
decorative and eye-catching models, gifts, cosplay and prop pieces, and any print designed to show off dynamic, angle-dependent colour.
View material guideSilk finish
PLA Silk Pastel
decorative models, gifts and ornaments, vases and homeware, and any display piece where a soft, glossy pastel finish is the goal.
View material guideSilk finish
PLA Silk Rainbow
decorative models, vases and homeware, gifts, and any single-spool print wanting a flowing multicolour gradient with a glossy finish.
View material guideSpecial effects
PLA Translucent Gradient
lampshades and light diffusers, decorative vases and ornaments, and any print designed to be backlit or viewed with light passing through it.
View material guideSpecial effects
PLA UV Color Changing
novelty and interactive prints, sun-exposure indicators, toys and jewellery, and any piece meant to visibly react to sunlight.
View material guideSpecial effects
Wood PLA
decorative homeware, picture frames and signage, model bases and dioramas, and any print wanting a natural wood-like look and feel.
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Manufactured for your brand
Build your PLA filament range.
Discuss colours, spool options, labels and packaging with our team. Share your material, quantity and destination for an OEM quote.