PLA Basic
PLA Basic
Everyday Strength You Can Count On
This PLA delivers consistent performance with tensile strength around 39 MPa (X–Y direction), bending strength ~76 MPa, and impact resistance ~27 kJ/m²—strong enough for most functional and decorative prints alike (api.x3dshop.com).
Clean, Smooth Finish
Boasting a bending modulus near 2,750 MPa, it holds crisp detail without being brittle. The result: prints that feel solid in-hand and look polished on display .
Built for Consistency
With reliable layer bonding and low variability in mechanical properties across axes, it’s a dependable choice for parts that need dimensional accuracy and dependable feel.
🔧 Best For:
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Everyday functional parts: clips, holders, gadgets
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Decorative models: figurines, desk pieces, gifts
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Prototypes & study prints: accurate form with predictable performance
Specs at a Glance:
| Property | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (X–Y) | 39 ± 2 MPa |
| Breaking Elongation (X–Y) | 12.2 ± 0.4 % |
| Bending Modulus (X–Y) | 2,750 ± 60 MPa |
| Bending Strength (X–Y) | 76 ± 3 MPa |
| Impact Strength (X–Y) | 26.6 ± 2.8 kJ/m² |
| Density | ~1.25 g/cm³ |
| Impact Strength (Z) | 13.8 ± 0.9 kJ/m² (notched) |
(All data sourced from standard PLA Basic material testing) (en.wikipedia.org, en.wikipedia.org, api.x3dshop.com, bcn3d.com)
TL;DR:
PLA Basic delivers everyday strength, clean aesthetics, and consistent results—perfect for solid models that need to look and perform well, right out of your collection.
