PLA filament is the go-to material for beginners to 3D printing, and for good reason. It's easy to print, requires minimal fine-tuning, and works well with most consumer-grade printers. However, as ...

Polylactic acid, or PLA, is the most common 3D printing filament, and it's the easiest ... a favorite because it comes in an economical two-pack, making it ideal for multiple or larger jobs.

[Thomas Sanladerer] setup a simple experiment, using samples of three common types of filament, specifically PLA, PET-G and ASA. He stored the samples in three environments, on his desk ...

You might already know about PLA and its ease of use, but sometimes, you need a stronger material that can handle heat better. Other filaments can do that without taking away from your print quality.