Polymaker Panchroma Translucent PLA Filament – 1kg Spool
Polymaker Panchroma Translucent PLA is a speciality 3D printing filament designed to produce prints that allow light to pass through, creating depth, glow effects, and a unique visual finish. Built on a reliable PLA base, this material offers smooth extrusion, strong layer adhesion, and consistent performance across most FDM 3D printers.
This translucent formulation is ideal for projects where light diffusion, subtle transparency, and visual detail are important, making it a popular choice for decorative and design-focused prints.
Key Benefits
Distinctive Translucent Effect
The material is engineered to let light pass through printed walls, creating a soft, glowing appearance and adding depth to models, especially in single-wall or thin-wall prints.
Smooth and Reliable Print Performance
Like other Panchroma PLA materials, it prints easily using standard PLA settings and is compatible with most desktop FDM/FFF 3D printers.
Ideal for Light-Diffusing Designs
Particularly suited for decorative objects, lampshades, and artistic models where transparency and light diffusion enhance the final appearance.
Consistent Surface Quality and Detail
The formulation supports strong layer bonding and stable extrusion, helping produce clean, detailed prints with smooth finishes.
High-Speed Printing Capability
Supports faster print speeds while maintaining dimensional accuracy and visual quality, making it suitable for both creative and functional prints.
Technical Overview
Material: PLA (Translucent formulation)
Diameter: 1.75 mm
Net Weight: 1 kg spool
Recommended Nozzle Temperature: 190–230°C
Recommended Bed Temperature: 25–60°C
Print Speed Capability: Up to approximately 200 mm/s
Cooling Fan: On for the best surface finish
This filament is designed to provide reliable everyday performance while offering a unique transparent look that enhances lighting effects and visual depth.
Ideal Applications
Polymaker Panchroma Translucent PLA is ideal for lampshades, light diffusers, decorative models, art pieces, display components, and creative prototypes. Its ability to transmit light makes it especially useful for projects where appearance and illumination play an important role.
Manufactured by Polymaker, the Panchroma Translucent range combines dependable PLA printability with distinctive visual effects for modern creative 3D printing.
