Wood PLA

Description

• Material Composition:

  • 70–80% PLA + 20–30% wood fibers or powder

  • Types of wood used can include birch, pine, bamboo, cedar, or coconut shell

• Appearance:

  • Matte, grainy texture that looks like real wood

  • Can have natural wood tones (light, dark, reddish, etc.)

• Smell:

  • Emits a pleasant wood scent while printing (varies based on wood type)

• Diameter:

  • Common sizes: 1.75mm (±0.02mm tolerance)

• Nozzle Temperature:

  • 190°C – 220°C

  • Lower temps give lighter color, higher temps darken the finish (you can simulate “burned” wood!)

• Bed Temperature:

  • 50°C – 60°C (some brands work fine on unheated beds)

• Print Speed:

  • 30 – 60 mm/s (slower is better for better surface finish)

• Nozzle Recommendation:

  • Use a 0.5mm or larger nozzle to prevent clogs

  • Hardened steel or wear-resistant nozzles recommended (wood fibers are slightly abrasive)

• Layer Adhesion & Warping:

  • Excellent adhesion

  • Very low warping (similar to PLA)

• Density:

  • Slightly lighter than pure PLA, depending on wood content

• Post-processing:

  • Can be sanded, stained, or even carved

  • Great for laser engraving or applying wood finishes