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Rapid PLA+

The speed of Rapid PLA with the toughening of PLA+. A strong choice for fast functional prints.

Also called: rapid pla plus, high speed pla+, hs pla+

Good for

  • Fast / bulk printing
  • Functional parts
  • Quick prototypes
  • Cosplay & props

Not great for

  • Hot environments
  • Outdoor / sunlight

Typical settings

Nozzle
215-235 °C
Bed
55-65 °C
Speed
200-500+ mm/s (printer permitting)
Cooling
100% part fan

You'll need

  • A printer that can actually print fast

Ratings

Strength
4 out of 5
Heat resistance
1 out of 5
Flexibility
2 out of 5
Ease of printing
4 out of 5
Print speed
5 out of 5
Looks / finish
3 out of 5
Durability
3 out of 5

Ratings are relative, 1-5, for a typical filament of this type. Start from your filament maker's recommended settings.

Use it for

  • You want quick prints that you can actually use: jigs, brackets, organizer parts, repair pieces, and cosplay pieces that will be handled.

Watch out for

  • Same ceiling as every PLA: not for hot places or constant outdoor exposure.
  • A fast, tough blend costs a little more than plain PLA.

Tips

  • Print a little hotter than you would the non-rapid version for strong layer bonds, and give the part time to cool before removing it.

Commonly printed in Rapid PLA+

Other PLA types

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