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Posted · What is the difference between PLA and PLA+?

I have always 3D printed with PLA. Several days ago, my friend sent me some sunlu pla+ filaments. How do 3D-printed models with PLA+ differ? 

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    Posted · What is the difference between PLA and PLA+?

    PLA+ is just a name from Sunlu, other venders call it ToughPLA or PolyMax,.....

    It is much stronger/stiffer than normal PLA, not so brittle. It can be, depends on the vendor, stronger than ABS, but it still has the same low heat resistance as normal PLA. 

     

    Personally I like this kind of PLA, it strong for most cases where I don't need a higher heat resistance and it prints easy like normal PLA. Give it a try....

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    Posted (edited) · What is the difference between PLA and PLA+?

    PLA+ is PLA that has been enhanced by adding modifiers during PLA synthesis.The mechanical properties (flexibility, strength, ductility, etc.) of PLA+ are superior. 3D printed models from PLA+ filament have a smoother surface and better appearance.

    Edited by Garcias
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