The eSUN ePLA-Lite PLA Blue 1.75mm 1kg 3D Printer Filament is a premium, cost-effective general-purpose FDM 3D printing filament engineered for rich color saturation, smooth extrusion, and high print reliability. Upgraded from standard PLA formulations, ePLA-Lite Blue delivers enhanced mechanical toughness, exceptional bed adhesion, and virtually zero warping while preserving the effortless printability, low odor, and high-definition surface detail characteristic of quality polylactic acid.

Specification

• Brand / Manufacturer: eSUN
• Product Name: ePLA-Lite Filament
• Color Profile: Blue
• Filament Diameter: 1.75mm (Dimensional accuracy within ±0.03mm)
• Net Weight: 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs) spool
• Base Polymer Matrix: Modified Polylactic Acid (PLA)
• Recommended Extruder / Nozzle Temperature: 190°C to 230°C (Optimal 205°C - 215°C)
• Recommended Heated Bed Temperature: 45°C to 60°C (Can be printed on unheated beds with adhesion aids)
• Printing Speed Range: 40mm/s to 100mm/s (High-speed compatible up to 300mm/s on modern CoreXY systems)
• Cooling Fan Speed: 100% (Full part cooling recommended)
• Tensile Strength: Approx. 58 MPa
• Elongation at Break: Approx. 18%
• Flexural Modulus: Approx. 2600 MPa
• Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT): Approx. 52°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

• Vibrant Solid Blue Pigmentation: Delivers deep, uniform coloration with high opacity, giving finished models a bold, professional appearance and crisp perimeter definition.
• Smooth Melt Flow and Anti-Clog Formula: Formulated for stable melt viscosity and thermal fluidity, preventing nozzle blockages, stringing, and extruder slipping across wide speed ranges.
• Low Warping and Strong First-Layer Adhesion: Minimal thermal contraction ensures flat, reliable first-layer bonding to smooth/textured PEI, glass, PC, and magnetic spring steel build plates without corner lifting.
• High Dimensional Accuracy (±0.03mm): Manufactured using continuous dual-axis laser diameter monitoring to ensure uniform filament thickness, resulting in consistent volumetric flow and clean layer stacking.
• Eco-Friendly and Low Odor: Sourced from renewable plant starches (corn/sugarcane), producing virtually zero irritating fumes or harsh odors, making it ideal for classrooms, offices, and home studios.
• Neat Precision Machine Winding: Even, layer-by-layer spool winding prevents tangles, overlaps, and knots that could otherwise cause feeding interruptions during long print jobs.

Common Applications

• Robotics & Electronics Enclosures: Printing eye-catching structural brackets, controller housings, sensor brackets, and educational STEM project chassis.
• Cosplay Props, Miniatures & Figurines: Fabricating character armor, sci-fi props, tabletop gaming terrain, and display models that require vivid blue aesthetics.
• Functional Prototypes & Mechanical Assemblies: Fast, economical verification of product aesthetics, scale models, and snap-fit assemblies.
• Everyday Workshop & Home Utilities: Crafting modular storage bins, cable management clips, tool organizers, wall brackets, and desk accessories.

Professional Installation and Maintenance Tips

• Optimal Slicer Baseline: Set your hotend nozzle temperature to 210°C and heated bed to 55°C as an initial baseline. Run part cooling fans at 100?ter the first layer for crisp overhangs, bridges, and sharp corners.
• Maintain a Clean Bed Surface: Wipe your print bed 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 Safe: ePLA-Lite contains no abrasive fillers and can be printed indefinitely using standard 0.4mm brass nozzles without causing orifice wear.
• Proper Storage Practice: When not in use, store the spool in a sealed vacuum bag with silica desiccant packets or an active filament dry box to protect it from ambient humidity, preserving material ductility and preventing brittleness over time.