3D Universe Terrafilum PLA Filament (1.75mm, 3kg spools)

Easy to use and eco-friendly


Download ready-to-use material profiles for Cura:


These profiles are configured with the recommended settings for this material, but each brand of 3D printer is a little different, so adjustments might be needed. These profiles serve as a good starting point in most situations.



Note: All 3kg and recycled spools have a shipping lead-time of 7-10 business days.

Made in the USA
Spool recycling service is available

85.50
$95.00


Our 3kg spools are made-to-order, so there is a shipping lead-time of approximately 10 business days.

Industrial grade bio-plastic for rapid prototyping and quick part production; Excellent flow and printing characteristics. Great for long prints and holds up better than common PLA products.

Overview

3D Universe Terrafilum PLA Filament

3D Universe Terrafilum PLA is an industrial-grade bio-plastic for rapid prototyping and quick part production. This material is very easy to use, with excellent flow and printing characteristics. Great for long prints and holds up better over time than most common PLA products.

Recommended print settings:

  • Print temperature: 190-220C
  • Bed Temperature: 60C
  • Fan Speed: 100%

Note that the 3kg spools will require the use of external spool holder. We recommend making a "lazy-susan" style spool holder so the spool can lay horizontally and unwind smoothly. Consider printing this model using the 51mm adapter that's included.


What Makes 3D Universe Terrafilum Materials Unique?

Like you, we also love our planet. That’s why we have painstakingly considered the environmental impact our products could have on our environment. We determined that using recycled plastic for 3D printing is a fantastic solution. We are happy to provide our clients with a recycling program that ensures the maximum amount of material that might otherwise be discarded as waste, is returned to us where it is recycled and repurposed into more of our wonderful product.

All 3D Universe Terrafilum materials include the following features:

  • High Compatibility – Compatible with most FDM Printers, consistent diameter, dimensional accuracy +/- 0.03mm
  • Long Prints – Consistent coil, even melt for better layer adhesion, smooth nozzle, and extruder performance
  • Superior Construction – Materials are USA produced using sustainable formulations
  • Excellent Performance – Each batch is test printed to ensure quality controls and color consistency

For Best Print Results, Try Magigoo Original

Magigoo is an easy-to-use 3D printing adhesive designed to provide excellent print bed adhesion for a variety of 3D printing materials. Apply Magigoo to your unheated print bed. When the print is finished, wait for the plate to cool down and your prints will pop right off the bed! Magigoo also helps to prevent warping, even with more challenging materials like ABS and ASA.

Key features include:

  • Compatible with ABS, PLA, PETG, HIPS, ASA, and TPU
  • Available in 50ml and 120ml sizes
  • Easy application
  • Easy release
  • Easy cleaning (just use water)
  • No smell
  • Non-toxic
  • No additional tools needed
  • Easy to transport
  • Nicer print finish

Tips for Successful 3D Prints

Tips for Successful 3D Prints

There are so many materials to choose from when 3D printing... Some of these materials are more challenging to print than others, but with the proper approach, you can be confident of a successful print, regardless of the material you're using.

Next to using high-quality filament, good print bed adhesion is often the key to avoiding failed prints. Our friends at Magigoo have spent hundreds of hours testing all kinds of different materials, identifying the optimal settings for each to ensure the best possible results. All of this research has culminated in two valuable resources that we are happy to share with you here. Don't be deceived by the name of the first document. This is not just a manual for Magigoo adhesives. It's packed full of great tips for ensuring successful prints.

Magigoo Manual

Material Settings Database

Compare Materials

Material Type Properties Common Uses Extruder Temp Bed Temp Bed Adhesion Shop for Material

PLA

(Polylactic Acid)

  • Easy to print with
  • Minimal warping
  • High degree of part accuracy
  • Earth-friendly material
  • Pleasant semi-sweet smell
  • Cosmetic prints
  • Prototypes
  • Low-stress applications

190-220C

40-60C (optional)

Blue painter's tape, glass with coating of hairspray, or glass with a thin coating of PVA glue

ABS

(Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)

  • Strong and slightly flexible
  • Wear resistant
  • Requires heated bed
  • Prone to cracking, delamination, and warping
  • Can be post-processed using acetone vapor
  • Prototypes
  • Mechanical parts
  • Engineering

225-260C

80-110C

Kapton tape, glass with a coating of ABS juice (ABS / acetone slurry), or hairspray

PETG

(Polyethylene terephthalate glycol-modified)

  • Durable and strong
  • Easy to print with
  • Low thermal shrinkage
  • Stronger and more temperature resistant than PLA
  • General purpose 3D printing
  • Heavy use prints
  • Engineering and industrial prototyping

230-250C

80-100C

Glass with hairspray or painter's tape

Nylon

(Polyamide)

  • Industrial-grade impact and abrasion resistance
  • Durable
  • High strength-to-weight ratio
  • Low friction coefficient
  • Good corrosion resistance to alkalis and organic chemicals
  • Functional prototypes
  • End-use parts

240-260C

60-80C

Glass with a thin coating of PVA glue

Polycarbonate

  • High strength
  • Temperature resistant
  • Flame retardant
  • Dimensionally stable
  • Strong inter-layer bonding
  • Prototypes
  • End use products
  • Parts requiring high strength/toughness
  • Parts operating in high temperature environments

260-280C

107-115C

Ultimaker adhesion sheets or glass with thin coating of glue stick / PVA glue

TPU

(Thermoplastic Polyurethane)

  • Highly flexible
  • Qualities of both rubber and plastic
  • Chemical resistant
  • End use parts requiring flexibility and/or chemical resistance
  • Wearables

220-240C

No heat

Glass (no adhesives required)

Polypropylene

  • Durable with high toughness and fatigue resistance
  • Low friction and smooth surfaces
  • Semi-flexible
  • Chemical resistance and electrical resistance
  • Prototypes
  • End use products
  • Electrical components
  • Living hinges

205-240C

85-100C

Ultimaker adhesion sheets or clear packaging tape

PVA

(Polyvinyl alcohol)

  • Water soluble (no chemicals required)
  • Used primarily as support material in dual extrusion printing
  • Biodegradable with no hazardous by-products
  • Sensitive to moisture absorption - store it in a dry place with dessicant
  • Complex models that require supports for large overhangs, deep internal cavities, and intricate geometries

215-225C

60-70C

Glass


Why Buy From 3D Universe?

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Purchase Orders Accepted

Purchase orders are accepted from qualifying organizations with Net 30 terms for orders of $200 or more. Email us for more information.

Excellent Customer Support

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Get the Quality Filament You Need

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