Panchroma™ Dual Matte PLA 3D Printer Filament

Panchroma™ Dual Matte PLA is a specialty PLA filament engineered to create striking two-tone color effects with a smooth, velvety matte finish. Each spool combines two contrasting colors, producing dynamic depth, shadows, and color transitions that make finished prints stand out from traditional single-color filament.

The matte surface helps conceal layer lines, giving models a smoother and more refined appearance without requiring extensive post-processing. The dual-color effect also changes depending on model geometry and orientation, allowing the same spool to produce unique visual results across different prints.

Designed for reliable everyday printing, Panchroma™ Dual Matte PLA offers excellent printability and high-speed performance up to 300 mm/s. It is compatible with standard PLA settings and can be printed on stock FDM/FFF 3D printers without an enclosure or specialized hardware.

Formerly known as PolyTerra™ Dual PLA, Panchroma™ Dual Matte PLA provides the same trusted material and performance under the Panchroma™ product family.

Key Benefits

• Unique dual-tone color effect
• Smooth, velvety matte finish
• Helps conceal layer lines
• Creates depth and shadow effects
• High-speed printing up to 300 mm/s
• Easy to print on standard FDM/FFF printers
• Excellent layer adhesion
• Designed to minimize stringing and warping
• No enclosure or specialized hardware required
• Available in 12 color combinations
• Compatible with AMS and other multi-material systems

Typical Applications

• Decorative models
• Figurines and collectibles
• Artistic sculptures
• Fantasy models
• Desk accessories
• Toys and creative models
• Cosplay props and accessories
• Display pieces
• Architectural models
• HueForge and multi-color projects
• Prototypes where visual appearance is important

Panchroma™ Dual Matte PLA is ideal for creating visually distinctive prints with a professional matte appearance and dynamic two-color effects.

Specifications

Material: PLA-based Bioplastic Filament

Filament Diameter: 1.75mm

Net Weight: 1kg

Density: 1.37 g/cm³

Finish: Dual-Tone Matte

Available Colors: 12

Enclosure: Not required

AMS Compatibility: Yes

Nozzle: 0.4mm or larger recommended

Mechanical Properties

• Tensile Strength XY: 23.2 MPa
• Tensile Strength Z: 12.2 MPa
• Young's Modulus XY: 1997 MPa
• Notched Charpy Impact: 10 kJ/m²

Thermal Properties

• Vicat Softening Temperature: 62°C

Recommended Print Settings

• Nozzle Temperature: 190–230°C
• Bed Temperature: 25–60°C
• Print Speed: Up to 300 mm/s
• Cooling Fan: ON
• Direct Drive Retraction: 1mm at 20mm/s
• Indirect Drive Retraction: 3mm at 40mm/s
• Drying: 55°C for 6 hours if the material has absorbed moisture
• Enclosure: Not required
• Use standard PLA settings and a 0.4mm or larger nozzle
• Use full cooling for the best surface quality
• Reduce printing speed if the dual-color effect becomes muted
• Orient models to maximize the desired dual-color transition
• Use glue when needed on PC or textured PEI surfaces

Additional Information

• Formerly known as PolyTerra™ Dual PLA
• Dual-color effect depends on model geometry and spool orientation
• Matte finish helps hide layer lines
• Compatible with other Panchroma™ effects for creative HueForge projects
• Panchroma™ spools feature hardened edges for reliable AMS feeding
• Requires specific industrial composting conditions to degrade
• Polymaker does not provide a food-safe certification for this material
• Suitable for standard FDM/FFF 3D printers

Note: Material shipment times are subject to Polymaker warehouse stock and production times.