Dual silk filament blends two colours into one strand, so a print shifts between them as it builds rather than changing all at once. Crimson Eclipse runs deep red into a dark, almost-black shadow, giving vases, masks and display shells a moody depth that a single colour cannot reach. It is made locally in South Africa, so replacing a spool mid-project does not mean waiting on an import. Loaded and run on ordinary PLA settings, it is an easy way to make a plain model look considered, and it shows best on tall parts where the blend has room to develop.
Specifications
| Material | PLA |
|---|---|
| Colour | Crimson Eclipse |
| Finish | Dual Silk |
| Diameter | 1.75mm |
| Spool weight | 750g |
| Nozzle temperature | 200-230 °C |
| Bed temperature | 50-60 °C |
| Print speed | Up to 120 mm/s |
| Brand | SA Filament |
Temperatures and speeds are recommended starting points for this material. Fine-tune them to your printer and your part.
Before you print
Silk prints best a little slower than standard PLA — the sheen comes from a clean, even layer.
Good for
- Display vases and vessels
- Cosplay masks and helmets
- Dark terrain for tabletop games
- Statement pieces for craft markets
