Light Grey is the PLA to reach for when you want to see a model rather than a colour. It is bright enough to read fine detail under workshop lighting, but soft enough that highlights do not blow out the way they do on white, which makes it a sensible default for prototypes, jigs and printed replacement parts. SA Filament winds it here in South Africa, so restocking mid-project does not mean waiting on an import. It runs on any standard FDM machine with no special hardware, and takes primer and paint cleanly if a part is headed for finishing.
Specifications
| Material | PLA |
|---|---|
| Colour | Light Grey |
| Diameter | 1.75mm |
| Spool weight | 1kg |
| Nozzle temperature | 190-220 °C |
| Bed temperature | 45-60 °C |
| Print speed | Up to 150 mm/s |
| Brand | SA Filament |
Temperatures and speeds are recommended starting points for this material. Fine-tune them to your printer and your part.
Good for
- Prototype parts and test fits
- Workshop jigs and fixtures
- Models destined for painting
- Everyday general-purpose printing at home
