Polymaker Matte PLA Filament 1.75mm, 1kg, Army Blue

I originally purchased this because it's supposed to be a close match to Milwaukee Tool red. I wanted to make some accessories for my garage to organize my bits and pieces, and so far it definitely appears it's a nice match for the matte red color that Milwaukee uses on its tools. And, at $20/kg, it doesn't break the bank compared to some premium or specialty filaments out there. Aside from liking the red color and matte finish, I had excellent experiences with this filament: • Printed with a 0.5mm hardened steel nozzle, I used nozzle at 220°C, bed at 50°C • If adhesion is an issue, which I ran into when printing lines only 2 walls thick with no infill or other connections, I did need a light film of purple glue stick. That stuck down very well. • Stringing was nearly nonexistent for me. I had a tiny bit of light fuzz where retractions and travel moves happened, but that was it. I can easily burn that off with a quick touch of a torch. • Cardboard spool is a great touch to cut down on plastic trash in landfills. • Polymaker also supplies technical info on testing and composting for their PLA filament. I haven't tested for dimensional accuracy, but that's not a major concern for my use cases. There's probably enough tolerance in my printer's movements and belts that I wouldn't notice a huge difference anyway. The matte finish is excellent. It has just a small amount of sheen, but definitely isn't glossy except for the bottom layer on a smooth PEI bed. Overall, I'm very happy with this filament. It is excellent value for the price, and I've already ordered more to continue organizing my garage workspace. Update 6/19/2024: I've continued using this filament for various battery and tool holders, and it has been excellent. Prints well, nearly zero stringing, no clogs, no tangles, the cardboard spools have been fine. Overall, it's my go-to filament for my tool-related projects.

Normally, I don't go out of my way to write a review unless I really feel like a product deserves it. This is one of the few cases where something works perfectly and does exactly what it claims to do. I am honestly shocked at how good prints with this have come out. I don't have a picture to attach at the moment, but I printed a little cat sculpture model I found online as a test and I was totally blown away by how smooth it looked and felt. So far, every single print I have made with this stuff has come out smooth with no visible layer lines even with a 0.6mm extruder. It's not even just that it *looks* smooth, it even *feels* smooth. I was expecting this to let me down but instead it has totally exceeded my expectations and has been consistently producing high quality, smooth, prints that don't even feel like they were 3D printed. Tl;dr: it does exactly what it advertises and does it extremely well. If you're for some reason on the fence about this filament and are skimming through reviews, just buy it. It's totally worth it. I was able to use the preset for PolyTerra PLA in OrcaSlicer and have been getting flawless prints. I'm using a Flashforge ADM5 Pro for my printer but comparing this to other filaments I believe this can likely achieve flawless prints on any printer and does not seem to have any issues with stringing or adhesion. I recommend using a textured plate as it gives a nice texture on the bottom surface of the print that totally hides any hint of layer lines on the bottom. The only issue I encountered with this filament is that it adhered to my plate a little too well, so when I had a print fail after the first layer because of a printer issue it was extremely difficult to remove this stuff from the plate. In terms of completing a print, this is definitely a pro as I have no worries about it detaching during the print... but if for some reason you need to remove this after one or two layers be prepared for a fight lol

The Polymaker Matte PLA Filament in Army Beige is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to print models with natural flesh tones or earthy hues. As with all Polymaker products, the quality is top-notch, making this filament a must-have for anyone who values precision and consistent results in their 3D printing projects. One of the standout features of this filament is its matte finish, which gives prints a smooth, professional look that reduces the plastic sheen typically found in standard PLA. This subtle matte effect is especially useful for printing models that require a more natural, skin-like appearance—perfect for figurines, character models, or any project where realistic tones are essential. The Army Beige color itself is ideal for achieving those subtle, warm flesh tones. It strikes a great balance between a neutral beige and a slightly earthy tone, making it versatile for a range of applications, from human figures to organic objects. Printing with this filament is a breeze. It feeds smoothly through the extruder, and layer adhesion is excellent, resulting in clean, accurate prints with minimal stringing or warping. The overall quality and reliability from Polymaker make it a trusted choice for any project where consistency is key. If you're in need of a high-quality PLA for projects involving skin tones or natural colors, the Polymaker Matte PLA in Army Beige is highly recommended.

I recently purchased this matte marble PLA filament, and I must say, it has exceeded my expectations in several ways. Firstly, the cardboard roll it comes on is a small, yet noteworthy detail. It's not only environmentally friendlier than plastic, but it also seems to contribute to the filament's overall stability during printing, preventing tangles and ensuring a smoother feed into the printer. The print quality this filament delivers is nothing short of impressive. The matte marble effect it creates gives a sophisticated and high-end finish to printed objects, distinguishing them from the usual glossy appearance of standard filaments. This unique texture is perfect for decorative pieces, prototypes, and even functional objects that benefit from a touch of elegance. The effect is subtle yet distinctive, adding depth and character to the prints. Another aspect I greatly appreciate is the strength of the filament. Often, aesthetics come at the cost of durability, but that’s not the case here. The prints are robust and hold up well under stress, which is a testament to the quality of the filament. It's versatile enough to be used for a variety of projects, from intricate models to parts that require a bit more resilience. The consistency in color is another area where this filament shines. The colors are not only accurate but also repeatable, which is crucial for projects requiring uniformity across multiple prints. Whether I'm working on a single piece or a series of components, the color remains consistent from one print to the next, ensuring a professional look for the finished product. In summary, this matte marble PLA filament is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to elevate their 3D printing projects. Its unique finish, combined with its strength and color consistency, makes it a versatile and reliable option for a wide range of applications. I didn't find anything to dislike about it, which is rare and speaks volumes about its quality. For anyone on the fence about trying it, I'd definitely recommend giving it a shot – it might just become your new favorite filament.

First, let's talk about the actual filament material. It seems great. It comes out matte (using Matte Gray .. Grey for most other English countries), which allows for consistent sheen no matter what temperature or speed you print at (something gloss PLA's struggle with). I've been able to get some really good-looking parts with it. Side note, I've been able to print it very fast on the X1C using a forked PolyMaker profile (has max volumetric set at 22 mm³/s). Material property wise seems to line up with what PolyMaker says, it has slightly more flexibility in terms of resisting a bend, but it's also very stiff, so be sure to design your parts to have the proper geometry to allow for flexing if you need that property, right angles will elongate (discolor) slightly before the material fails. All that seems great, why 4 out of 5 stars? I docked a star because PolyMaker still has a wide tolerance threshold of +/- 0.05mm when many other manufacturers at this price point are promising (and delivering) +/- 0.02mm. My roll measured 1.78mm at the beginning and 1.77mm with periodic 1.76mm measurements about halfway through it. That may not seem like much, but it's enough to add little defects to a print as the slicer can't compensate since 3d Printers don't have a filament diameter feedback loop (yet?), it all has to be precalculated. This becomes more evident if you're using Archane instead of Classic Mode, because dimensional accuracy plays a bigger roll for thinner features. This inconsistency is why I docked it a star.

Polymaker filament has always been top notch! Consistent print quality, excellent material properties, fair price, and ecologically sustainable spool holders - I really couldn't ask for much more. I'm a huge fan of their ASA and matte PLA, but I think I'll start exploring more material options with them.

Love the color, quality, and no issues in our AMS! We have never had issues with moisture even after it set out for a couple of months before we used it again.

I can easily say the polymaker brand is easily my go-to and favorite filament brand, there so many high quality looking filaments, and they always print great. and there is many different shades of a color that polymaker carries aswell,I used this Arctic Teal as an Ice color on a project I did. The adhesion is always good aslong as long as your build plate is clean. dimensionaly stable width with no random clumps that could get stuck in your extruder gears, consistently seems to be the 1.75 diameter. I've only ever had 1 roll, maybe 2 that have had a tangle in it, but with the amount of polymaker rolls I have ordered on both amazon and the official site, it comes to no surprise and would be bound to happen. Prints always come out great. The only downside is using the cardboard spool in an AMS system or similar, as it risks flaying/ splitting apart at the edges, but it is easily fixed with a printable edge guard for the spool.

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Se imprime bien. Buenos acabados. Lo compré en oferta a 18€. Me parece excesivo al precio que lo suelen tener.

excellent

Je suis très satisfait de ce filament PolyTerra PLA de chez Polymaker. Dès l’ouverture, la bobine en carton recyclé donne une bonne première impression écoresponsable. Le conditionnement est soigné, sans vrille ni emmêlement du filament. Lors de l’impression, le filament s’extrude parfaitement à 200°C avec un plateau à 60°C, exactement dans les plages recommandées. L’adhérence au plateau (verre + colle bâton pour ma part) est très bonne, et le filament ne présente aucun warping, même sur des impressions longues. La finition est mate comme annoncée, ce qui donne un rendu professionnel, sans reflet plastique cheap. La couleur rouge est profonde, uniforme et très esthétique sur les pièces finales. Aucun bouchage de buse à signaler, et les couches se lient de manière propre et homogène, même à vitesse élevée (60 mm/s). J’ai imprimé plusieurs pièces fonctionnelles et décoratives, et la résistance mécanique est au rendez-vous, tout en gardant une bonne précision. Mention spéciale pour la faible odeur à l’impression, ce qui est très appréciable en usage domestique. C’est un filament fiable, propre, agréable à utiliser et respectueux de l’environnement. Je recommanderai sans hésiter, et j’envisage d’acheter d’autres couleurs de la gamme PolyTerra.

The filament is great, but the cardboard spools are problematic. If you are using a system where the spool goes on a peg or hook it is probably fine but the Bambu AMS rolls the spools from the outer edge and bexaise they are cardboard they get bent in shipping often, and then them being uneven stresses the feeder until it quites and has to be reset. Going forward I'll only buy panchroma refills and put them on the hard plastic spools I have leftover from some sunlu PLA.