Yiqiu3D Silk PLA Filament 1.75mm High Gloss Smooth Finish

Brand: Yiqiu3D · Flat, dull finishes make printed gifts look cheap — this silk PLA delivers a deep, glossy, satin sheen that catches light like jewelry, turning vases, trophies and decorative pieces into showpieces.

  • The silk effect comes from the polymer blend itself
  • Laser-measured 1.75mm diameter with smooth roundness and clean winding means steady extrusion and consistent gloss line after line
  • Prints at 220°C on Anycubic
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Diameter 1.75mm
Material PLA
Quick Answer

Why does silk PLA have such a shiny finish?

Silk PLA contains a special polymer additive that changes how light refracts at the printed surface. Instead of scattering light like standard matte PLA, the surface reflects it smoothly, producing a pearl-like satin gloss with no extra coating.

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Is it right for my project?

Best for: Best for elegant homeware and lamp shades where the silk sheen catches light - available in 9 colours; lead colour PLA + Silk Dark Gold. Not ideal for: Avoid high-friction mating surfaces; a standard or matte grade performs better - available in 9 colours; lead colour PLA + Silk Dark Gold.

Print settings

Nozzle 200-225°C

01 · Why this one

Product highlights

3 reasons

The silk effect comes from the polymer blend itself, so the luminous shine is uniform across the whole surface with no post-processing, sanding or coating required.

Laser-measured 1.75mm diameter with smooth roundness and clean winding means steady extrusion and consistent gloss line after line, spool after spool.

Prints at 220°C on Anycubic, Creality and other standard 1.75mm machines with simple settings, so beginners and professionals both get beautiful results on the first try.

Technical Data

Specifications

Diameter 1.75mm
Material PLA

Print Profile

Yiqiu3D Silk PLA Filament 1.75mm High Gloss Smooth 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
Spool Size (L×W×H)21 × 21 × 7 cm
Pack FormatPiece
Spool TypeRound Spool

Attributes

Country / Regionchina
HS Code39169050
Item No.silk-pla-filament-high-gloss-smooth-finish-3d-printer
Diameter 1.75mm
Appearance Round Spool
Before You Ask

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does silk PLA have such a shiny finish?
Silk PLA contains a special polymer additive that changes how light refracts at the printed surface. Instead of scattering light like standard matte PLA, the surface reflects it smoothly, producing a pearl-like satin gloss with no extra coating.
Is silk PLA compatible with my printer?
Yes, it is standard 1.75mm PLA that runs on Anycubic, Creality, Bambu Lab, Prusa and most desktop machines with a brass nozzle and a heated bed.
What are the recommended print settings?
Print at 220°C with a bed at 50-60°C. Silk finishes benefit from slightly higher temperatures and a moderate speed of 40-60 mm/s; keep the part cool with the fan on for best shine.
How many prints can I get from one spool?
A full spool holds enough filament for many decorative pieces — dozens of small vases, ornaments or phone cases, or a few larger display models. Actual yield depends on infill and part size.
What colors are available?
We currently produce to order with custom color matching available — tell us your target color and we can develop a silk shade to match, including metallics, pastels and deep tones.
What speed range is recommended for silk PLA?
40-60 mm/s gives the best gloss and surface quality. Slower speeds keep the shine even; very fast printing above 100 mm/s can create slight dull patches, so decorative parts are best printed moderately.
Can silk PLA be used for functional parts or just decoration?
It is primarily a decorative material — vases, trophies, art pieces, figurines and gifts — because gloss is its priority. For mechanical parts we suggest pairing it with our standard PLA or PLA+.
How is the filament packaged?
Each spool is vacuum-sealed with a desiccant pouch to keep the silk surface flawless during shipping and storage. Keep opened spools in a dry box; dry at 45-55°C if the gloss looks hazy.

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