PLA+ 2.0 Filament by Sunlu — Beige — 1.75 mm, PLA+ 3D printing filament

Sunlu PLA+ 2.0 Filament in beige is a 1.75 mm PLA+ material designed for FDM/FFF 3D printers. It offers increased flow compared with standard PLA, tighter diameter tolerance and lowered risk of nozzle clogs and warping. The formulation aims to combine ease of printing with higher toughness and improved layer adhesion, making it suitable for faster and more reliable printing of both decorative and functional parts.

Advantages

Sunlu PLA+ 2.0 provides up to 1.5× greater flow than standard PLA, which supports an even filament feed and a more stable printing process. The material improves impact resistance and durability while retaining PLA’s straightforward printability, and its 1.75 mm diameter with ±0.02 mm tolerance helps maintain dimensional accuracy and reduce extrusion problems.

Suitable for

• Prototyping and concept models
• Decorative and detailed prints with smooth surface finish
• Functional parts that need increased toughness and reduced cracking
• Workshop or small-batch production where faster print speeds are required

When it may not be suitable

This filament has a Vicat softening temperature around 54 °C and heat deflection close to 53.8 °C, so it may not be appropriate for parts exposed to sustained higher temperatures. For applications requiring very high thermal resistance or continuous outdoor exposure, consider materials specifically formulated for heat or UV resistance.

Key specifications

• Color: Beige
• Diameter: 1.75 mm (tolerance ±0.02 mm)
• Density: 1.21 g/cm³
• Vicat softening temperature: 54 °C
• Heat deflection temperature (HDT): 53.8 °C
• Melting temperature: 164 °C
• Melt flow rate: 7.8 g/10 min
• Tensile strength: 53.4 MPa
• Elongation at break: 20.3 %
• Flexural strength: 81.8 MPa
• Flexural modulus: 2740 MPa
• Impact strength (IZOD, notched): 19.8 kJ/m²

How to use

Load the 1.75 mm filament into an FDM/FFF printer configured for PLA-type materials. Recommended print settings typically fall within standard PLA ranges but may be adjusted to exploit the filament’s higher flow—start testing at nozzle temperatures near the filament melting point and increase speed gradually up to 300 mm/s while monitoring print quality. Use a heated bed or adhesion aid if needed; cooling fans can help maintain surface detail and reduce stringing. Store the filament in a dry environment or in a filament dryer to avoid moisture absorption.

What to consider before purchase

• Required operating temperature range for the final part (Vicat ~54 °C)
• Compatibility with your FDM/FFF printer and slicer settings
• Need for higher toughness versus standard PLA and alternatives with greater heat or UV resistance

Usage recommendations

For consistent results, perform a small calibration print to establish optimal nozzle temperature, retraction and print speed. When printing functional parts, consider moderate infill and appropriate wall thickness to make use of the material’s improved toughness.