Push Plastic

Very good value + generally consistent; USA-made Arkansas extrusion

Tier B

Push Plastic 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 us maker forums and filament review sites describe improved qc versus earlier clog complaints, now comparable to hatchbox for pla and abs consistency and in-house arkansas extrusion gives more batch control than chinese import resellers at mid-tier pricing. Materials available from Push Plastic include PLA, ABS, PETG, TPU, and Nylon. In day-to-day printing, Push Plastic stands out for: consistent diameter and color depth praised versus budget imports. Spools typically run $22-$32 per kilogram.

Why Tier B?

  • US maker forums and filament review sites describe improved QC versus earlier clog complaints, now comparable to Hatchbox for PLA and ABS consistency
  • In-house Arkansas extrusion gives more batch control than Chinese import resellers at mid-tier pricing

Pros

  • Made in Little Rock, Arkansas with domestic pellet sourcing
  • Consistent diameter and color depth praised versus budget imports
  • Bulk 3kg, 10kg, and 25kg spools for print farms
  • Mid-tier pricing between Hatchbox and ColorFabb

Cons

  • Historical forum reports of jams on older production runs
  • Smaller color catalog than major import brands
  • Less community volume than Hatchbox or Polymaker

Additional Notes

  • USA extruder since 2013; strong choice for domestic PLA and ABS bulk orders

Push Plastic Filament FAQ

What materials does Push Plastic make?

Push Plastic produces filament in the following materials: PLA, ABS, PETG, TPU, Nylon. Each material is suited to different print applications - check our material database for printing temperatures and specs.

What tier is Push Plastic filament rated?

Push Plastic is rated Tier B by Filament Cheat Sheet because of us maker forums and filament review sites describe improved qc versus earlier clog complaints, now comparable to hatchbox for pla and abs consistency and in-house arkansas extrusion gives more batch control than chinese import resellers at mid-tier pricing.

Is Push Plastic good for beginners?

Push Plastic 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 Push Plastic filament?

Pros of Push Plastic: Made in Little Rock, Arkansas with domestic pellet sourcing; Consistent diameter and color depth praised versus budget imports; Bulk 3kg, 10kg, and 25kg spools for print farms; Mid-tier pricing between Hatchbox and ColorFabb. Considerations: Historical forum reports of jams on older production runs; Smaller color catalog than major import brands; Less community volume than Hatchbox or Polymaker.

How much does Push Plastic filament cost?

Push Plastic filament typically costs between $22 and $32 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 Push Plastic filament?

Push Plastic filament is sold directly through Push Plastic at https://www.pushplastic.com/. It is not generally stocked on Amazon.