Recycled PLA

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Recycled Polylactic Acid

PLA filament manufactured from post-industrial or post-consumer recycled PLA waste, offering the same printability as virgin PLA with a significantly lower carbon footprint. Recycled PLA typically has minor color variations between batches and a slightly more matte finish than standard PLA, which many users consider an aesthetic bonus.

Nozzle Temp190–220°C
Bed Temp50–60°C
Print Speed30–50 mm/s

Printing Tips

  • Print at the same settings as standard PLA — recycled PLA from reputable brands behaves identically.
  • Expect slight color variation between spools; buy an extra spool for large projects requiring color consistency.
  • Dry the filament for 4-6 hours at 45°C before use — recycled PLA absorbs moisture slightly faster than virgin PLA.
  • Use 100% cooling fan after the first layer, same as standard PLA; the recycled base does not change thermal behavior.
  • Polymaker PolyTerra and Prusament Recycled are the most consistent recycled brands with tight diameter tolerances.

Use Cases

Eco-conscious prototypingSustainable product packaging mockupsEducational models for schoolsNon-critical household itemsArt projects and installationsTrade show giveaways and promotional items

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Polymaker PolyTerra PLA (Recycled)→Prusament Recycled PLA 1.75mm→Overture Eco PLA 1.75mm→

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Other Filaments

PLA

190-220°C / 50-60°C

PLA+

200-230°C / 50-70°C

PETG

230-250°C / 80-90°C

ABS

230-260°C / 95-110°C

ASA

240-260°C / 90-110°C

TPU

210-240°C / 40-60°C

Nylon (PA6)

240-280°C / 70-90°C

PC

260-310°C / 100-120°C

HIPS

230-245°C / 90-110°C

PVA

185-215°C / 50-60°C

Wood-fill PLA

180-220°C / 40-60°C

Metal-fill PLA

195-220°C / 50-60°C

Carbon Fiber PETG

230-260°C / 70-85°C

Resin

Resin (UV cure)

Flexible (TPE/TPC)

200-230°C / 30-50°C

Silk PLA

215-230°C / 60-70°C

Matte PLA

195-225°C / 50-65°C

High Speed PLA

190-230°C / 45-60°C

PLA Marble

195-220°C / 50-60°C

Rainbow PLA

195-225°C / 50-60°C

Glow-in-the-dark PLA

195-225°C / 50-60°C

Copper-fill PLA

195-220°C / 50-60°C

Bronze-fill PLA

195-220°C / 50-60°C

Conductive PLA

200-230°C / 50-60°C

Recycled PETG

225-250°C / 75-90°C

Glass-fiber PETG

235-260°C / 80-95°C

CPE

240-270°C / 75-90°C

PC-ABS

250-280°C / 100-115°C

PA6

240-270°C / 80-100°C

PA6-CF

255-280°C / 85-100°C

PA12-CF

260-280°C / 80-100°C

PAHT-CF

280-310°C / 100-120°C

ABS-CF

240-260°C / 90-110°C

Kevlar Nylon

245-275°C / 85-100°C

TPU 95A

210-235°C / 40-60°C

TPU 87A

210-235°C / 40-60°C

TPE

200-230°C / 30-50°C

TPC

210-240°C / 40-60°C

POM

200-220°C / 100-130°C

PP

220-250°C / 85-100°C

PEEK

370-420°C / 130-160°C

PEI / ULTEM

350-400°C / 130-160°C

BVOH

190-220°C / 50-60°C

Breakaway Support

210-240°C / 50-70°C

PHA

175-200°C / 40-60°C

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