Panchroma™ Luminous PLA 1.75mm 3D Printer Filament

Panchroma™ Luminous PLA is a specialty PLA filament designed to provide a vibrant color in daylight and a matching glow-in-the-dark effect. The unique formulation allows printed parts to stand out both during the day and after the lights go out, making it an excellent choice for creative and functional applications.

Unlike traditional glow-in-the-dark materials that may have a different appearance when illuminated, Panchroma™ Luminous PLA maintains a color that closely matches its daylight appearance when glowing. This creates a consistent visual effect across a wide range of projects.

Panchroma™ Luminous PLA is formulated for reliable printing on most FDM/FFF 3D printers using typical PLA settings. It does not require an enclosure and can print at speeds up to 200 mm/s. Due to the abrasive glow additives, a hardened nozzle is required for regular use.

Key Benefits

• Vibrant daylight color with matching glow-in-the-dark effect
• Long-lasting glow effect
• Available in 5 vibrant luminous colors
• Easy to print using standard PLA settings
• Printing speeds up to 200 mm/s
• No enclosure required
• Excellent layer adhesion and print consistency
• Ideal for both decorative and functional applications
• Compatible with standard 0.4mm nozzles
• Hardened nozzle required due to abrasive glow additives

Typical Applications

• Glow-in-the-dark toys
• Decorative models
• Figurines and collectibles
• Signage and labels
• Safety markers
• Artistic creations
• Cosplay props and accessories
• Desk accessories
• Nighttime decorations
• Creative lighting projects
• Children's toys and novelty items

Panchroma™ Luminous PLA is an excellent choice for prints that need to be visually distinctive both in daylight and in darkness, combining vibrant color with a matching glow effect.

Specifications

Material: PLA-based Luminous Filament

Filament Diameter: 1.75mm

Net Weight: 1kg

Density: 1.17 g/cm³

Finish: Luminous / Glow-in-the-Dark

Colors: 5

Enclosure: Not required

Nozzle: Hardened nozzle required

Recommended Nozzle Size: 0.4mm or larger

Mechanical Properties

• Tensile Strength XY: 52.3 MPa
• Tensile Strength Z: 40.5 MPa
• Young's Modulus XY: 3427 MPa
• Notched Charpy Impact: 3.3 kJ/m²

Mechanical properties tested using 100% infill specimens.

Thermal Properties

• Vicat Softening Temperature: 63°C

Recommended Print Settings

• Nozzle Temperature: 190–230°C
• Bed Temperature: 25–60°C
• Print Speed: Up to 200 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
• Nozzle: Hardened nozzle required
• Use a 0.4mm or larger nozzle
• Use full cooling for the best surface quality
• Older or slower printers may benefit from reduced print speeds
• Use glue when needed on PC or textured PEI build surfaces

Additional Information

• Formerly known as PolyLite™ Luminous PLA
• Daylight color closely matches the nighttime glow color
• Glow additives are highly abrasive and require a hardened nozzle
• Polymaker does not recommend using this material with AMS systems that have plastic gears or PTFE paths because of accelerated wear
• A 0.4mm nozzle is sufficient; a larger nozzle is not required
• Luminous Orange may appear green, cyan, or teal in thin sections due to the optical characteristics of the luminous pigment
• Available in Luminous Blue, Luminous Orange, Luminous Green, Luminous Pink, and Luminous Yellow
• Compatible with other Panchroma™ effects for creative projects
• No food-safe certification is provided for this material

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