Yiqiu3D Silk Gold PLA Filament 1.75mm 1kg High Gloss Shiny Metal Finish

Brand: Yiqiu3D · Model: PLA+ Silk · Painting and electroplating are slow and costly. This high-gloss silk gold PLA prints with a polished-brass shine straight from the nozzle, so luxury looks cost only filament — no post-processing, no extra labor.

  • The warm gold tone keeps its metallic depth across flat and curved surfaces
  • A laser-measured 1.75mm diameter
  • Prints on standard FDM machines and AMS-style multi-material systems
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Diameter 1.75mm
Material PLA
Quick Answer

How does silk gold PLA get its metallic shine?

The gold pigment is compounded into a silk PLA base, and the die polishes the strand surface as it exits. Printed at moderate speeds, the aligned polymer chains reflect light like polished brass without any metal content.

Full answers below

Is it right for my project?

Best for: For showpieces and retail displays that photograph well without post-processing - available in 9 colours; 1kg spools; lead colour PLA + Silk Dark Gold. Not ideal for: Not for outdoor signage - UV dulls the finish; switch to ASA instead - available in 9 colours; 1kg spools; lead colour PLA + Silk Dark Gold.

Print settings

Nozzle 200-225°C

01 · Why this one

Product highlights

3 reasons

The warm gold tone keeps its metallic depth across flat and curved surfaces, and it pairs with other silks in multi-color setups for two-tone luxury pieces.

A laser-measured 1.75mm diameter, consistent winding and vacuum sealing with desiccant deliver the same glossy flow from the first meter to the last of the 1kg spool.

Prints on standard FDM machines and AMS-style multi-material systems

Bambu Lab, Creality, Prusa, Anycubic — at 220°C nozzle, 50–60°C bed, no enclosure needed.

Technical Data

Specifications

Diameter 1.75mm
Material PLA

Print Profile

Yiqiu3D Silk Gold PLA Filament 1.75mm 1kg High Gloss Shiny Metal Finish prints best at 200-225°C nozzle.

Nozzle Temp200-225°C

Spool Specification

Spool details for your feeding and handling setup.

Gross Weight1.35 kg
Lengthapprox. 335m
Spool Size (L×W×H)21 × 21 × 7 cm
Pack FormatPiece
Spool TypeRound Spool

Attributes

Country / Regionchina
HS Code39169050
Item No.silk-gold-pla-filament-high-gloss-shiny-metal-finish-3d
Diameter 1.75mm
Length approx. 335m
Appearance Round Spool
Before You Ask

Frequently Asked Questions

How does silk gold PLA get its metallic shine?
The gold pigment is compounded into a silk PLA base, and the die polishes the strand surface as it exits. Printed at moderate speeds, the aligned polymer chains reflect light like polished brass without any metal content.
Will it work with AMS and my printer?
Yes — it is 1.75mm on a 1kg spool, compatible with Bambu Lab AMS, Creality, Prusa, Anycubic and other FDM machines with a 0.4mm nozzle. Silk PLA has no special AMS requirements.
What are the best settings?
Nozzle 220°C, bed 50–60°C, outer walls 40–60mm/s, 0.2mm layers. Keep retraction low to avoid blobs that break the glossy surface.
How much can I print with 1kg?
About 330 meters — enough for 8–15 medium luxury pieces like trophies, jewelry boxes or award plaques, depending on infill.
Does the gold stay consistent across the spool?
Yes — the gold dye is batched at compounding and the whole spool is drawn from one lot, so tone and gloss stay uniform from first to last meter.
What speed gives the deepest shine?
40–60mm/s outer walls give the deepest, most even gold luster; faster walls dull the gloss. Infill can run at 80mm/s.
What are gold silk prints used for?
Trophies, awards, jewelry boxes, luxury decor, product mockups and premium gift items — pieces meant to look expensive and catch attention.
Storage advice?
Vacuum-sealed with desiccant below 30°C; reseal after printing. Keeping the silk dry preserves the high gloss and prevents surface haze.

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