Inland (Micro Center)

Very good value + generally consistent

Tier B

Inland (Micro Center) is a Tier B brand: solid value with generally consistent quality, but some batch-to-batch variability has been reported. We rate them this way because of widely used with many successful prints and more variability reported vs tier a, especially across different product lines. Materials available from Inland (Micro Center) include PLA, PLA+, PETG, ABS, and TPU. In day-to-day printing, Inland (Micro Center) stands out for: budget friendly. Spools typically run $17-$23 per kilogram.

Why Tier B?

  • Widely used with many successful prints
  • More variability reported vs Tier A, especially across different product lines

Pros

  • Clean prints without much tuning
  • Budget friendly
  • Convenient if you have a Micro Center nearby
  • Wide range of materials and colors in-store

Cons

  • Primarily associated with Micro Center; online availability may vary

Additional Notes

  • Chocolate brown color is particularly nice - rich, smooth finish
  • Community reports suggest Inland sourcing may vary by product line, sometimes associated with manufacturers like eSUN or Polymaker

Inland (Micro Center) Filament FAQ

What materials does Inland (Micro Center) make?

Inland (Micro Center) produces filament in the following materials: PLA, PLA+, PETG, ABS, TPU. Each material is suited to different print applications - check our material database for printing temperatures and specs.

What tier is Inland (Micro Center) filament rated?

Inland (Micro Center) is rated Tier B by Filament Cheat Sheet because of widely used with many successful prints and more variability reported vs tier a, especially across different product lines.

Is Inland (Micro Center) good for beginners?

Inland (Micro Center) can work for beginners, especially given the price point. Just be aware that some batch variability has been reported, so a temperature tower print is a good first step.

What are the pros and cons of Inland (Micro Center) filament?

Pros of Inland (Micro Center): Clean prints without much tuning; Budget friendly; Convenient if you have a Micro Center nearby; Wide range of materials and colors in-store. Considerations: Primarily associated with Micro Center; online availability may vary.

How much does Inland (Micro Center) filament cost?

Inland (Micro Center) filament typically costs between $17 and $23 per kilogram, depending on the material and color. Specialty composite or engineering-grade materials sit at the upper end of that range.

Where can I buy Inland (Micro Center) filament?

Inland (Micro Center) filament is sold directly through Micro Center at https://www.microcenter.com/category/4294866996/3d-printer-filament. It is not generally stocked on Amazon.