SA Filament Silk PLA+ Gloss Filament 1kg - Black

SA Filament Silk PLA+ is a locally manufactured premium filament in South Africa, designed for glossy, silky prints with improved durability, strength, and ease of use compared to standard silk PLA. It combines the aesthetic appeal of silk finishes with the practicality of PLA+, making it ideal for decorative and display pieces.

Core Features

• Material Type: PLA+ with silk additives for a shiny, satin-like finish

• Surface Finish: Ultra-smooth, glossy, luxurious look straight off the print bed

• Strength & Durability:

  • Higher heat deflection temperature

  • Improved impact strength

  • Enhanced durability compared to standard silk PLA

• Layer Adhesion:

  • Standard silk PLA often has poor adhesion and requires slower speeds

  • SA Filament’s formula allows normal PLA speeds and temperatures

Printing Specifications

• Nozzle Temperature: 200 – 230 °C (recommended 200–220 °C for most printers)

• Bed Temperature: 0 – 70 °C (optimal 50–60 °C)

• Cooling Fan: 100% recommended

• Print Speed: 30 – 250 mm/s (tested up to 500 mm/s with optimized flow)

• Bed Surfaces: PEI, glass, or build plate with glue stick/tape

• Diameter: 1.75 mm ± 0.05 mm tolerance (±0.03 mm precision on some batches)

• Spool Size:

  • Diameter: 200 mm

  • Inner hub: 58 mm

  • Width: 55 mm

• Weight:

  • Net: 1 kg (≈340 m filament per roll)

  • Shipping: 1.5 kg

• Packaging: Vacuum-sealed with desiccant, cardboard box

Quality & Manufacturing

• Locally Made: Proudly manufactured in South Africa

• Accuracy: Advanced automation ensures consistent extrusion and dimensional precision

• Affordability: Lower costs by employing local personnel and suppliers

• Eco-Friendly: PLA base is biodegradable and sustainable

Practical Use Cases

• Best For:

  • Decorative models (statues, vases, figurines)

  • Display pieces requiring a glossy finish

  • Cosplay props, trophies, and gifts

• Not Ideal For:

  • High-stress mechanical parts (PETG or ABS recommended instead)

Considerations

• Strength: Stronger than regular silk PLA, but less heat-resistant than PETG or ABS

• Finish: Glossy surface highlights imperfections — proper cooling and calibration recommended

• Shrinkage & Warping: Low, making it suitable for large or detailed prints

SA Filament Silk PLA+ delivers the beauty of silk finishes with the practicality of PLA+, offering glossy, durable prints at normal PLA settings. It’s locally made, affordable, and available in a wide range of colours for creative, decorative projects.