Panchroma™ UV Shift PLA 1.75mm 3D Printer Filament

Panchroma™ UV Shift PLA is a specialty color-changing filament that transforms from a natural, neutral appearance to a vibrant orange when exposed to UV or black light. This dynamic effect creates an interactive visual experience that can make ordinary 3D prints stand out under UV illumination.

Formerly known as PolyLite™ PLA UV Color Changing, Panchroma™ UV Shift PLA retains the same trusted formulation under Polymaker's updated Panchroma™ product family. It is designed for smooth and consistent printing using standard PLA settings on most FDM/FFF 3D printers.

The UV-activated color transformation makes this material especially useful for creative projects where the appearance of a print changes depending on its environment. It can be used for artistic models, signage, cosplay props, displays, toys, and other projects where an unexpected color change adds visual interest.

Panchroma™ UV Shift PLA is available in a natural-to-orange color combination and comes on a 1 kg spool of 1.75 mm filament.

Key Benefits

• Changes from natural to vibrant orange under UV light
• UV and black-light reactive color change
• Easy to print using standard PLA settings
• Printing speeds up to 200 mm/s
• Compatible with most FDM/FFF 3D printers
• No enclosure required
• Excellent for creative and interactive prints
• 1.75 mm diameter and 1 kg net weight
• Compatible with Panchroma™ effect materials for HueForge and multi-material projects
• Hardened nozzle required for regular printing

Typical Applications

• UV-reactive displays
• Artistic and decorative models
• Cosplay props and accessories
• Signs and promotional displays
• Toys and interactive models
• Party and event decorations
• Black-light displays
• Creative prototypes
• Collectibles
• Specialty visual effects

Panchroma™ UV Shift PLA is an excellent choice for projects where a dramatic color transformation under UV or black light adds an interactive and eye-catching element.

Specifications

Material: PLA

Diameter: 1.75 mm

Net Weight: 1 kg

Color: UV Shift Natural / Orange

Density: 1.17 g/cm³

Printing Speed: Up to 200 mm/s

Nozzle Diameter: 0.4 mm or larger

Enclosure: Not required

AMS Compatibility: Yes

Mechanical Properties

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

Thermal Properties

• Vicat Softening Temperature: 63°C

Recommended Print Settings

• Nozzle Temperature: 190–230°C
• Bed Temperature: 25–60°C
• Printing Speed: Up to 200 mm/s
• Cooling Fan: ON
• Direct Drive Retraction: 1 mm at 20 mm/s
• Indirect Drive Retraction: 3 mm at 40 mm/s
• Drying: 55°C for 6 hours if the material has absorbed moisture
• Hardened Nozzle: Required
• Nozzle Diameter: 0.4 mm or larger
• Older or slower printers may benefit from reduced printing speeds

Additional Information

Panchroma™ UV Shift PLA uses UV-reactive additives to create its color-changing effect. In normal lighting, the material maintains a natural appearance. When exposed to UV or black light, the printed part changes to a vibrant orange.

A hardened nozzle is required because the UV-reactive additives can cause increased nozzle wear. Polymaker recommends using standard PLA settings, a 0.4 mm or larger nozzle, and full cooling for the best surface quality.

Panchroma™ UV Shift PLA can be used with other Panchroma™ effect materials for multi-material and HueForge projects, except materials designated by Polymaker as experimental.

Polymaker does not provide food-safety certification for this material.

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