PLA Basic filament - 1.75mm diameter, 1kg spool in White Nozzle temperature 190-240°C, build plate 25-60°C Diameter tolerance ±0.03mm for consistent extrusion Low warp, low odour - suitable for open-frame printers Neat winding reduces tangles during long print runs Bubble-free extrusion with less nozzle clogging Compatible with Flashforge, Bambu Lab, Creality and other 1.75mm FDM printers Plant-derived and biodegradable PLA material RoHS certified Printing speed range 40-250mm/s Flashforge PLA Basic 3D Printing Filament for FDM Printers A reliable everyday filament for FDM printing: The Flashforge PLA Basic filament is a 1kg spool of 1.75mm PLA designed to suit a broad range of FDM 3D printers. It runs at a nozzle temperature of 190-240°C with a build plate temperature of 25-60°C, making it one of the more straightforward materials to work with. The filament is manufactured from polylactic acid, a plant-derived and biodegradable material, and produces low odour during printing. Consistent diameter and clean extrusion: Flashforge specifies a diameter tolerance of ±0.03mm on this filament, which supports steady extrusion and reduces the risk of under- or over-extrusion mid-print. The spool is neatly wound to help avoid tangles during longer print runs. Users across the PLA Basic range report bubble-free performance and less nozzle clogging compared with lower-grade filaments. Broad printer compatibility: This filament is compatible with any FDM printer that accepts 1.75mm filament, including Flashforge's own Adventurer 5M and Adventurer 5M Pro, as well as cross-brand machines such as Bambu Lab A1, P1 and X1 series and Creality K1C and Ender series. No enclosed print chamber is required. It is suited to beginners learning FDM printing as well as experienced users producing prototypes, teaching aids and detailed models. Storage and drying guidance: For best results, store the filament sealed with a desiccant at room temperature up to 40°C and at relative humidity no greater than 20%. If the filament has absorbed moisture, Flashforge recommend drying it at 55°C for 8 hours in a convection oven before printing. Proper storage helps maintain print quality and reduces stringing. Shop the full Printers range from Heavins.ie, with delivery available across Ireland. Key Features Material - PLA (Polylactic Acid), plant-derived and biodegradable. Diameter - 1.75mm with a tolerance of ±0.03mm for consistent extrusion. Nozzle temperature range - 190-240°C to suit a wide range of FDM print settings. Build plate temperature - 25-60°C; no heated enclosure required. Printing speed - 40-250mm/s (higher speeds benefit from higher temperatures). Low warp and low odour - well-suited to open-frame printers and indoor use. Neat winding - spool is wound to reduce tangles during long print runs. Bubble-free extrusion - consistent flow with less nozzle clogging reported across the range. Broad compatibility - works with Flashforge, Bambu Lab, Creality and other 1.75mm FDM printers. RoHS certified - complies with RoHS regulations. Specifications Material: PLA (Polylactic Acid) Colour: White Filament diameter: 1.75mm Diameter tolerance: ±0.03mm Spool weight: 1kg (net filament weight) Nozzle temperature: 190-240°C Build plate temperature: 25-60°C Printing speed: 40-250mm/s Retraction length: 1-2mm Retraction speed: 30-50mm/s Layer height: 0.12-0.3mm Recommended nozzle diameter: φ0.4mm (φ0.6mm also compatible) Cooling fan: 50-100% Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT @ 0.455 MPa): 53°C Tensile strength (X-Y): 45-49 MPa (ISO 527) Flexural strength (X-Y): 69-75 MPa (ISO 178) Elongation at break (X-Y): 13.5-15.5% (ISO 527) Density: 1.25-1.26 g/cm³ (ISO 1183) Melt Flow Rate: 4-8 g/10 min (ISO 1133) Water absorption (23°C/24h): less than 0.3% (ISO 62) Storage conditions: sealed with desiccant, room temperature to 40°C, ≤20% RH Drying before printing: 55°C for 8 hours (convection oven) Compatible printer types: 1.75mm FDM 3D printers Certifications: RoHS Warranty: 1 Year What's Included in the Box 1 x Flashforge PLA Basic Filament spool - White, 1.75mm, 1kg