The MakerBot Tough PLA Bundle
MakerBot Tough PLA allows you to create durable, high-impact strength prototypes and fixtures that save time and money. It’s as strong as ABS and as easy to print as PLA.
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GET SIMILAR TENSILE, IMPACT, AND FLEXURAL STRENGTH TO ABS
IMPACT-RESISTANT
Tough PLA Filament can withstand a severe impact-load better than PLA.
LONGER PLASTIC DEFORMATION
Tough PLA Filament will experience longer plastic deformation under a severe tensile load whereas PLA will snap.
MACHINABLE
Tough PLA Filament responds well to sanding, thread-tapping, and post-processing.
GREATER TENSILE ELONGATION
Tough PLA offers greater tensile elongation than PLA under a tensile load.
TENSILE STRENGTH SIMILAR TO ABS
Under a tensile load, MakerBot Tough PLA will deform elastically and return to its original shape before hitting peak strength. Beyond this peak, Tough PLA will exhibit a very long plastic deformation range before break that outperforms ABS. In contrast, PLA will simply fracture.
*All tests were performed following ASTM standard protocol with injection moulded specimens from the same resin used to create MakerBot filaments.
"The new MakerBot Tough PLA is a workhorse for functional printing. We mainly use it for prototyping parts and jigs for product cycle testing. The flexibility is key for parts that don’t break, even with thin features that would normally be troublesome. The interlayer adhesion is strong, but the raft is still super easy to remove. The material also slides well so it is good for snap fits."
- Mack Mor, Senior Product Engineer, OXO
TOUGH PLA SMART EXTRUDER+
Explore how we specifically engineered, tested, and optimized the Tough PLA Smart Extruder+ for Tough PLA Filament:
- We upgraded the drive system inside the extruder to better grip Tough PLA filament, so it prints precisely without under-extrusions or false filament jams.
- Firmware automatically adapts with a tuned motor extrusion profile to ensure full, strong models
- MakerBot Print automatically configures optimal settings for this extruder with your network-connected 3D printer
Printing with any other filament will void the warranty for the Tough PLA Smart Extruder+.
START 3D PRINTING WITH TOUGH PLA
Exclusively sold as a bundle, MakerBot Tough PLA includes the Tough PLA Smart Extruder+ and three spools of Tough PLA Filament. The extruder is guaranteed to work for the life of the three spools. To start printing with Tough PLA Filament, purchase your bundle online today.
PRINTER COMPATIBILITY
MakerBot Replicator+
MakerBot Replicator Desktop 3D Printer (5th Generation)
SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY
MakerBot Print is required to print with Tough PLA and the Tough PLA Smart Extruder+
Prior to Printing: Be sure your build plate is level, clean, and oil-free
TEMPERATURES
Glass Temperature: 60-65°C (140-149°F)
Melting Temperature: 150-160°C (302-320°F)
Nozzle Temperature: 215°C (419°F)
TOUGH PLA SMART EXTRUDER+
Print Technology: Fused Deposition Modeling
Nozzle Diameter: 0.4 mm [0.015 in]
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT FOR BUNDLE
Spool diameter: 25.0 cm (9.84 in)
Spool width: 4 cm (1.57 in)
Filament diameter: 1.75 mm
Spool hub hole: 5.08 cm (2 in)
Shipping weight: 3.54 kg [7.81 LBS]
Net weight: 3.12 kg [6.87 LBS] for bundle
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Store MakerBot Tough PLA Filament in a cool, dry place as it can absorb moisture from air and long-term exposure to humidity can compromise filament quality and performance.
Part numbers:
111746-00
111752-00
