Panchroma™ Silk PLA 1.75mm 3D Printer Filament

Panchroma™ Silk PLA is an upgraded silk PLA filament engineered to deliver a brilliant, smooth, silky finish while maintaining reliable printability and improved durability. Formerly known as PolyLite™ Silk PLA, the new formula addresses common problems associated with silk filaments, including brittleness, clogging, and loss of shine at higher speeds.

Designed for both beginners and experienced makers, Panchroma™ Silk PLA prints easily on most FDM 3D printers using standard PLA settings. Its enhanced layer adhesion provides stronger, more durable prints without sacrificing the distinctive glossy silk appearance.

The filament maintains its rich silk shine at speeds up to 150 mm/s and can reach overall printing speeds of up to 250 mm/s, making it suitable for both detailed display pieces and higher-volume printing.

Key Benefits

• Smooth, glossy silk finish with vibrant colors
• Improved layer adhesion for stronger prints
• Reduced brittleness and clogging compared to traditional silk PLA
• Maintains its shiny appearance at higher printing speeds
• Printing speeds up to 250 mm/s
• Easy to print with standard PLA settings
• No enclosure or specialized hardware required
• Compatible with most FDM 3D printers
• Compatible with AMS and other multi-material systems
• Available in a wide range of vibrant silk colors

Typical Applications

• Decorative models and display pieces
• Cosplay props and accessories
• Flexi toys and articulated models
• Sculptures and artistic prints
• Miniatures and collectibles
• Home décor
• Gifts and novelty items
• High-detail visual prototypes
• Multi-color and multi-material projects

Panchroma™ Silk PLA is ideal for applications where appearance, surface quality, and vibrant color are more important than high mechanical or load-bearing performance.

Specifications

Material: PLA-based Silk Filament

Filament Diameter: 1.75mm

Net Weight: 1kg

Density: 1.24 g/cm³

Finish: Glossy / Silk

Colors: Multiple color options available

Enclosure: Not required

Nozzle: 0.4mm or larger recommended

Mechanical Properties

• Tensile Strength XY: 41.1 MPa
• Tensile Strength Z: 23.8 MPa
• Young's Modulus XY: 2403 MPa
• Notched Charpy Impact: 13.8 kJ/m²

Thermal Properties

• Glass Transition Temperature: Not specified by Polymaker on the current product page
• Melting Temperature: Not specified by Polymaker on the current product page

Recommended Print Settings

• Nozzle Temperature: 190–230°C
• Bed Temperature: 25–60°C
• Print Speed: Up to 250 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 full cooling for the best surface quality
• Reduce printing speed if the silk effect becomes muted
• Use glue when needed on PC or textured PEI build surfaces

Additional Information

• Formerly known as PolyLite™ Silk PLA
• New and improved silk formula
• Designed to reduce brittleness and clogging
• Maintains a glossy silk appearance at higher speeds
• Compatible with AMS and other multi-material systems
• Suitable for most standard FDM 3D printers
• Not intended for high-load or demanding mechanical applications

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