Material info
Properties:
• Strength: Medium — slightly less than standard PLA due to additives
• Flexibility: Low — similar to standard PLA
• Heat Resistance: Low — softens around 55-60°C
• Layer Adhesion: Very good — slightly less than standard PLA
• Surface Finish: Outstanding — high-gloss, metallic, silky sheen
• Odour: Very low
Best for:
• Vases, decorative bowls, and display pieces
• Gifts and presentation models
• Cosplay accessories with metallic looks
• Anything where visual finish is the priority
Not ideal for:
• Functional or load-bearing parts (slightly weaker than standard PLA)
• Outdoor or heat-exposed items
• Fine mechanical parts requiring tight tolerances
Print settings
| Nozzle temperature | 215-225°C |
|---|---|
| Bed temperature | 60°C |
| Print speed | 40-50 mm/s |
| Cooling fan | 40-50% |
| Retraction | Same as standard PLA |
| Flow rate | 100% |
| Layer height | 0.16-0.20mm for best sheen |
Slightly higher temps bring out the metallic finish. Slow down on visible surfaces for the smoothest sheen. Avoid mixing with standard PLA in the same nozzle without a thorough purge.