This is PLA Plus rather than standard PLA, so it stands up better to knocks and handling while still printing on an ordinary setup. The gun metal colour has a dark, metallic silk sheen suited to brackets, tool handles, replica parts and anything meant to look machined rather than moulded. The combination is unusual, since most silk filaments are bought for looks alone while this one is strong enough for parts that get used. It is manufactured in South Africa and vacuum-sealed, so a spool that has sat on the shelf for a season still runs cleanly when opened.
Specifications
| Material | PLA |
|---|---|
| Colour | Gun Metal |
| Finish | Silk |
| Diameter | 1.75mm |
| Spool weight | 1kg |
| 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
- Replacement machine and tool parts
- Replica hardware and fittings
- Workshop jigs that stay visible
- Model vehicles and engine parts
