BigRep rPLA

rPLA Recycled PLA Filament

rPLA is a sustainable 3D printing material produced from recycled PLA, offering an environmentally responsible alternative while maintaining the print quality and reliability users expect from standard PLA materials.

Manufactured using reclaimed PLA feedstock, rPLA helps reduce material waste and supports more sustainable manufacturing practices. It delivers excellent printability, low shrinkage, dependable layer adhesion, and consistent dimensional accuracy, making it suitable for both prototyping and production applications.

Designed for ease of use, rPLA prints reliably on most FDM/FFF 3D printers and performs well at higher print speeds. Its balanced mechanical properties make it an excellent choice for concept models, visual prototypes, educational projects, display parts, and general-purpose manufacturing applications.

Key Benefits

• Made from recycled PLA material
• Easy to print with minimal warping
• Excellent dimensional stability
• Reliable layer adhesion
• Suitable for high-speed printing
• Cost-effective for prototypes and production parts
• Supports sustainable manufacturing initiatives

Typical Applications

• Rapid prototyping
• Concept and design validation
• Large-format prints
• Educational projects
• Display models and exhibits
• Manufacturing aids and fixtures
• General-purpose 3D printing

rPLA combines dependable performance, ease of printing, and reduced environmental impact, making it an excellent material choice for users seeking sustainable solutions without compromising quality.

Specifications

Material: Recycled Polylactic Acid (rPLA)

Physical Properties

• Diameter: 2.85 mm
• Density: 1.24 g/cm³

Mechanical Properties

• Tensile Strength: 53 MPa
• Tensile Modulus: 3400 MPa
• Flexural Strength: 61 MPa
• Flexural Modulus: 3800 MPa
• Notched Impact Strength: 2 kJ/m²

Thermal Properties

• Heat Deflection Temperature (1.8 MPa): 52°C
• Heat Deflection Temperature (0.45 MPa): 54°C
• Glass Transition Temperature (Tg): 55°C

Recommended Print Settings

• Nozzle Temperature: 200–230°C
• Build Plate Temperature: 50–70°C
• Cooling Fan: 75–100%

Additional Information

• Drying Recommendation: 50°C for 4–6 hours
• REACH Compliant: Yes
• RoHS Compliant: Yes
• FDA Compliant: No