Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments vs PLA
Compare Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments and PLA filaments side-by-side. See which one is best for your 3D printing project.
Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments
-Versatile 3D printing filament
PLA
APolylactic Acid
Easiest to print, cheap, widely available, fast, good bridges/overhangs, easy support removal
Detailed Comparison
Property
Prusament rPLA Natural
Pigments
PLA
Tier Rating
Tier null
Tier A
Family
PLA
PLA
Nozzle Temp
205°C
185-235°C
Bed Temp
60°C
50-60°C
Enclosure
not needed
not needed
Cooling
High part cooling usually beneficial
Moisture Sensitivity
low
moderate
Strengths Comparison
Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments Strengths
PLA Strengths
- Easiest to print, cheap, widely available, fast, good bridges/overhangs, easy support removal
- Stiff non-composite thermoplastic, good tensile strength
Considerations
Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments Caveats
PLA Caveats
- Creeps under sustained load
- Poor heat resistance, UV degradation, can shatter on drops
- Not great for sanding/gluing/painting/touch-ups
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments or PLA better for 3D printing?
PLA is generally rated higher (Tier A) compared to Prusament rPLA Natural
Pigments (Tier null). However, the best choice depends on your specific needs: Prusament rPLA Natural
Pigments is best for various applications, while PLA is best for Easiest to print, cheap, widely available, fast, good bridges/overhangs, easy support removal.
What are the temperature differences between Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments and PLA?
Prusament rPLA Natural
Pigments prints at 205°C nozzle / 60°C bed. PLA prints at 185-235°C nozzle / 50-60°C bed.
Do Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments and PLA need an enclosure?
Prusament rPLA Natural
Pigments: not needed. PLA: not needed.
Which is more beginner-friendly: Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments or PLA?
Both Prusament rPLA Natural
Pigments and PLA are beginner-friendly options.