The eSUN ePLA-Lite PLA Red 1.75mm 1kg 3D Printer Filament is a high-grade, cost-effective general-purpose FDM 3D printing filament engineered for vivid color reproduction, smooth extrusion flow, and reliable print performance. An upgraded formulation of standard PLA, ePLA-Lite Red delivers improved mechanical toughness, excellent first-layer bed adhesion, and minimal warping while retaining the effortless printability, low odor, and high-detail surface finish of premium polylactic acid.

Specification

• Brand / Manufacturer: eSUN
• Product Name: ePLA-Lite Filament
• Color Profile: Red
• 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 Red Coloration: Features deep, uniform pigmentation that yields a bright, eye-catching red finish with high opacity, giving finished models a bold, premium aesthetic.
• Smooth Flow and Anti-Clog Extrusion: Formulated for stable melt viscosity and thermal fluidity, preventing nozzle blockages, stringing, and extruder slipping across varying print speeds.
• Low Warping and Strong First-Layer Adhesion: Minimal thermal contraction ensures flat, reliable first-layer bonding to PEI sheets, glass beds, PC surfaces, and magnetic spring steel plates without edge curling.
• Strict Dimensional Uniformity (±0.03mm): Extruded using dual-axis laser diameter monitoring to guarantee consistent filament diameter, ensuring steady volumetric extrusion and uniform layer stacking.
• Eco-Friendly and Low Odor: Sourced from renewable plant starches (corn/sugarcane), producing virtually no irritating fumes or unpleasant odors, making it ideal for classrooms, offices, and home studios.
• Neat Machine Spool 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 & STEM Project Chassis: Printing eye-catching structural brackets, rover shells, drone arms, and educational robotics assemblies.
• Cosplay Props, Miniatures & Toys: Fabricating bold character models, superhero accessories, tabletop gaming scenery, and decorative holiday models.
• Safety Fixtures & Functional Indicators: Producing high-visibility workshop safety guards, emergency stop bezels, tool markers, and visual organizational bins.
• Everyday Household & Display Items: Crafting phone stands, decorative containers, desk organizers, and customized gift items.

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.