Silk PLA 1.75mm 1kg

Brand: Yiqiu3D · Dull, flat-looking prints kill the wow factor of your models? Our Silk PLA is compounded with pearl-grade silk additives that melt into a mirror-smooth, satin sheen, so vases, trophies and art pieces look hand-polished straight off the build plate, not like cheap plastic.

  • Boring single colors make your store look the same as everyone else's? This Silk PLA comes in 8 jewel tones
  • Wobbly diameter and tangled spools turn long prints into wasted filament? Every meter is laser-measured to a consistent 1.75 mm
  • No time for endless tuning? Our Silk PLA prints at a simple 220°C nozzle on Bambu Lab
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Diameter 1.75mm
Material PLA
Quick Answer

Why does this filament come out so shiny and silky?

The shine comes from special pearl and metallic pigments blended into the PLA base during compounding; they align as the melt flows through the nozzle and reflect light in a soft satin way that standard PLA cannot produce. Keeping the nozzle near the listed 220°C and avoiding very high speeds preserves the gloss.

Full answers below

Is it right for my project?

Best for: Ideal for gifts, merchandise and collector items where shine is the headline feature - available in 9 colours; 1kg spools. Not ideal for: Avoid for mechanical brackets or hinges; PLA+ or PETG gives the durability needed - available in 9 colours; 1kg spools.

Print settings

Nozzle 200-225°C

01 · Why this one

Product highlights

3 reasons

Boring single colors make your store look the same as everyone else's? This Silk PLA comes in 8 jewel tones

Emerald Green, Navy Blue, Dark Red, Tea, Dark Green, Gray, Cyan-Gold and Coffee — each with a rich liquid-metal glow that catches light as the model turns.

Wobbly diameter and tangled spools turn long prints into wasted filament? Every meter is laser-measured to a consistent 1.75 mm, machine-wound for tangle-free feeding, and vacuum-sealed with desiccant so your first layer is as clean as your last.

No time for endless tuning? Our Silk PLA prints at a simple 220°C nozzle on Bambu Lab, Creality or Anycubic machines with easy bed adhesion and forgiving overhangs, making it a reliable everyday silk for workshops and first-time buyers.

Technical Data

Specifications

Diameter 1.75mm
Material PLA

Print Profile

Silk PLA 1.75mm 1kg prints best at 200-225°C nozzle.

Nozzle Temp200-225°C

Spool Specification

Spool details for your feeding and handling setup.

Gross Weight1.3 kg
Length330m
Spool Size (L×W×H)21 × 21 × 8 cm
Pack FormatKg

What You Receive

Wobbly diameter and tangled spools turn long prints into wasted filament? Every meter is laser-measured to a consistent 1.75 mm, machine-wound for tangle-free feeding, and vacuum-sealed with desiccant so your first layer is as clean as your last.

  • Vacuum-sealed bag
  • Desiccant pack
  • Arrives dry and ready to print

Attributes

Country / Regionchina
HS Code39169050
Item No.silk-pla-3d-printer-filament-8-jewel-tone-silky-colors
Product Name PLA Filament
Grade PLA
Cross-Section Round
Application 3D Printing
Length 330m
Density 1.26
Before You Ask

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does this filament come out so shiny and silky?
The shine comes from special pearl and metallic pigments blended into the PLA base during compounding; they align as the melt flows through the nozzle and reflect light in a soft satin way that standard PLA cannot produce. Keeping the nozzle near the listed 220°C and avoiding very high speeds preserves the gloss.
Will it work with my printer?
Yes — it is a standard 1.75 mm round filament, so any FDM printer accepting that diameter works, including Bambu Lab, Creality, Prusa and Anycubic, with direct-drive or Bowden extruders. Just load it like any PLA.
What temperature and bed settings should I use?
Start with a 220°C nozzle as listed on the product card and a bed around 50-60°C with normal part cooling. For the deepest silk shine, print outer walls at 30-60 mm/s; if you see stringing, raise retraction slightly.
How many meters are on a spool and how long does it last?
A standard 1 kg spool of 1.75 mm PLA holds roughly 330 meters — enough for dozens of small art pieces, vases or figurines, depending on infill density and part size.
Will the color match between spools and reorders?
Yes. Each shade is produced from the same masterbatch and visually checked before packing, so Emerald Green ordered this month matches Emerald Green next month. Keep the spool sealed with desiccant to protect the pigment.
How fast can I print with silk PLA?
Silk filaments reward moderate speeds: 30-60 mm/s gives the best mirror finish, while 60-100 mm/s is possible on larger flat areas. Very fast printing can make the sheen look streaky, so test before large batches.
Is it for decorative models only, or can it handle functional parts?
It is built for decorative and display work — vases, trophies, art pieces, phone cases and gifts — where the silky finish adds perceived value. For load-bearing or heat-exposed functional parts, choose PETG or ABS instead.
How is the filament packaged?
Each spool is machine-wound, then vacuum-sealed with a desiccant pouch inside a sturdy box. When not printing, reseal the bag with the desiccant and store it in a dry, cool place away from sunlight.

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