PLA with a non-glossy, velvety finish that hides layer lines and fingerprints.
Nozzle 200-225 °CBed 55-65 °C
Which filament for…
Cosplay helmet or armor
Big, visible, painted, and worn for a day.
Best pick
- Large pieces are easier in PLA because it warps less, and matte PLA gives a surface that sands and paints cleanly.
- Print in sections and glue them.
- Use PLA+ for pieces that get handled and strapped on.
- Silk is too brittle for something worn and bumped, and its shine fights with paint.
- If you will wear it in a hot car or outside in summer, consider PETG.
Also works
PLA with toughening additives. Less brittle and a bit stronger, still easy to print.
Nozzle 205-225 °CBed 55-65 °C
PLA tuned to melt and flow quickly so high-speed printers can run fast without under-extruding.
Nozzle 210-230 °CBed 55-65 °C