Polymaker PolySmooth – PVB Filament for Smooth Surface Finishing 1.75mm
Polymaker PolySmooth is a speciality 3D printing filament designed to produce high-quality prints that can be easily smoothed for a professional finish. Based on a PVB (polyvinyl butyral) formulation, this material prints similarly to PLA but offers the added advantage of post-processing through alcohol smoothing to reduce visible layer lines.
Engineered for creators, designers, and professionals who require refined surface quality, PolySmooth allows users to transform standard 3D prints into smooth, polished models with minimal effort.
Key Benefits
Alcohol-Smoothing Capability
PolySmooth can be post-processed using alcohol vapour to soften surface layers, reducing layer lines and producing a clean, smooth finish.
PLA-Like Printability
Designed for easy printing with stable extrusion and good bed adhesion, making it compatible with most FDM 3D printers.
Excellent Surface Quality
Even before smoothing, the material produces detailed prints with consistent layer bonding and neat surface finish.
Improved Aesthetic Results
Post-processing allows printed objects to achieve a refined, professional appearance suitable for display models and presentation pieces.
Reliable and Consistent Performance
Manufactured to provide consistent diameter, smooth feeding, and dependable printing results.
Technical Overview
Material: PVB (Polyvinyl Butyral)
Filament Diameter: 1.75 mm
Typical Spool Weight: Approximately 0.75 kg
Density: Approximately 1.1 g/cm³
Printability: Similar to PLA with additional post-processing capability
Recommended Printing Conditions
Nozzle Temperature: 190–220°C
Bed Temperature: 25–70°C
Print Speed: 30–50 mm/s
Cooling Fan: On
Build Surface: Glass, PEI, or similar build surfaces
For best results, prints can be smoothed after printing using appropriate alcohol-based vapour finishing techniques.
Ideal Applications
Polymaker PolySmooth is ideal for display models, figurines, design prototypes, decorative objects, cosplay components, and presentation pieces where a smooth surface finish is important. Its combination of easy printing and post-processing flexibility makes it a popular choice for aesthetic-focused 3D printing projects.
Manufactured by Polymaker, PolySmooth offers an effective solution for producing polished, professional-looking 3D prints with minimal finishing effort.
