MakerBot Tough-PLA Filament 1.75 mm 1 kg Grey

MakerBot Tough-PLA Filament combines the ease of printing of standard PLA with enhanced impact strength and durability, making it ideal for functional prototyping and end-use parts. This 1 kg spool of grey filament (1.75 mm diameter) is engineered for reliable performance on MakerBot Replicator+ and Method Series printers (with Labs Extruder).

Advantages

Compared to standard PLA, Tough-PLA offers higher impact resistance, greater flexibility, and improved durability. It prints with low odor and minimal shrinkage, and is biodegradable under industrial composting conditions. The material is perfect for creating manufacturing tools, jigs, fixtures, and functional prototypes that require toughness without the complexity of ABS.

Suitable for

• Functional prototypes and concept models
• Manufacturing aids: jigs, fixtures, and tooling
• End-use parts requiring impact strength
• Educational and professional 3D printing applications

Key specifications

• Filament Material: Tough PLA (Polylactic Acid)
• Filament Diameter: 1.75 mm
• Filament Weight: 1 kg
• Filament Color: Grey
• Spool Type: Standard Spool
• Printer Compatibility: MakerBot Replicator+, MakerBot Replicator Z18, MakerBot Method Series (with Labs Extruder)
• Recommended Nozzle Temperature: 215 - 230 °C
• Recommended Build Plate Temperature: 50 - 65 °C (Heated build plate recommended)
• Tensile Strength (Typical): 40 - 50 MPa
• Flexural Modulus (Typical): 1.5 - 2.0 GPa
• Elongation at Break (Typical): 10 - 20 %
• Density (Typical): 1.24 g/cm³
• Shrinkage: Low
• Odor: Low
• Biodegradability: Yes (Under industrial composting conditions)

Recommendations

Store filament in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. For best results, use a heated build plate and ensure proper bed adhesion. Compatible with MakerBot Replicator+ and Method Series printers (Labs Extruder required for Method).