The eSUN Basic PLA White 1.75mm 1kg 3D Printer Filament is a reliable, high-purity polylactic acid filament engineered for everyday desktop FDM 3D printing. Designed for entry-level hobbyists, educational makerspaces, and rapid prototyping workshops, this filament offers consistent melt flow, high dimensional accuracy, minimal warping, and a clean, solid white surface finish that brings out fine details on models and functional parts.

Specification

• Brand / Manufacturer: eSUN
• Product Name: Basic PLA Filament
• Color Profile: White
• Filament Diameter: 1.75mm (Dimensional accuracy within ±0.03mm)
• Net Weight: 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs) spool
• Base Polymer Matrix: 100% Virgin Polylactic Acid (PLA)
• Recommended Extruder / Nozzle Temperature: 190°C to 220°C (Optimal 200°C - 210°C)
• Recommended Heated Bed Temperature: 45°C to 60°C (Can also be printed on unheated beds with build tape/adhesion aids)
• Printing Speed Range: 40mm/s to 100mm/s
• Cooling Fan Speed: 100% (Full part cooling recommended)
• Tensile Strength: Approx. 55 - 60 MPa
• Elongation at Break: Approx. 15% - 20%
• Flexural Modulus: Approx. 2500 - 2700 MPa
• Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT): Approx. 50°C to 53°C (at 0.45 MPa)
• Spool Material: Eco-Friendly Recyclable Cardboard or Plastic Spool
• Printer Compatibility: Fully compatible with open-source and enclosed desktop FDM 3D printers, including Bambu Lab (AMS compatible), Creality, Anycubic, Prusa, Elegoo, Kingroon, and Artillery.

Features

• Smooth Flow and Clog-Free Extrusion: Manufactured with high melt fluidity and uniform thermal properties to prevent nozzle blockages, stringing, and extruder slipping across standard print speeds.
• Solid Pure White Coloration: Features high opacity and uniform pigmentation that produces a clean, vibrant white surface finish while effectively concealing internal infill geometry.
• Low Warping and Strong First-Layer Adhesion: Low thermal contraction ensures flat, reliable first-layer bonding to smooth/textured PEI sheets, glass beds, PC sheets, and magnetic build plates without edge lifting.
• Tight Dimensional Tolerance (±0.03mm): Produced using continuous laser micrometer monitoring to ensure uniform filament diameter, resulting in consistent volumetric extrusion and clean layer stacking.
• Eco-Friendly and Low Odor: Derived from renewable organic plant starches (corn/sugarcane), releasing virtually zero harmful emissions or harsh chemical odors during printing, making it ideal for classrooms, offices, and home environments.
• Neat Precision Machine Winding: Even, layer-by-layer spool winding prevents tangles, overlapping, and knots that could otherwise cause filament feed interruptions during long print jobs.

Common Applications

• Rapid Prototyping & Visual Mockups: Fast, cost-effective verification of form, fit, and dimensions for engineering concepts, architectural scale models, and product enclosures.
• Miniatures, Cosplay Props & Figurines: Printing detailed character sculptures, decorative ornaments, tabletop gaming terrain, and display items that are easy to sand, prime, and paint.
• Educational STEM & Classroom Projects: Ideal for student design challenges, DIY robotics chassis, and beginner 3D printing workshops due to its ease of use and non-toxic profile.
• Everyday Household & Organization: Crafting cable organizers, desk caddies, wall hooks, phone stands, and utility storage bins.

Professional Installation and Maintenance Tips

• Optimal Slicer Profile Settings: Set your nozzle temperature to 205°C and bed temperature to 55°C as an initial baseline. Run part cooling fans at 100?ter the first layer for crisp overhangs, sharp corners, and clean bridging.
• Keep Build Surface Clean: Wipe down the print platform with 70% to 90% Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) before printing to remove finger oils and dust, ensuring strong first-layer adhesion without relying on glue.
• Standard Brass Nozzle Friendly: Basic PLA contains no abrasive additives and can be printed indefinitely using standard 0.4mm brass nozzles without causing orifice wear.
• Storage Recommendations: Store the spool in a sealed vacuum bag with silica desiccant packets or an active filament dry box when not in use to protect against moisture absorption, preserving material ductility and preventing brittleness over time.