The eSUN ePLA-Lite PLA Black 1.75mm 1kg 3D Printer Filament is an upgraded, cost-effective general-purpose FDM 3D printing filament engineered for high print reliability, rich color saturation, and smooth layer deposition. Refined from standard PLA formulations, ePLA-Lite provides enhanced toughness, excellent interlayer adhesion, and virtually zero warping while preserving the effortless printability, low odor, and clean surface detail characteristic of premium polylactic acid.
Specification
- Brand / Manufacturer: eSUN
- Product Name: ePLA-Lite Filament
- Color Profile: Black
- Filament Diameter: 1.75mm (Dimensional accuracy within ±0.03mm)
- Net Weight: 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs) spool
- Base Polymer Matrix: Modified Polylactic Acid (PLA)
- Recommended Extruder / Nozzle Temperature: 190°C to 230°C (Optimal 205°C - 215°C)
- Recommended Heated Bed Temperature: 45°C to 60°C (Can be printed on unheated beds with adhesion aids)
- Printing Speed Range: 40mm/s to 100mm/s (High-speed compatible up to 300mm/s on modern CoreXY systems)
- Cooling Fan Speed: 100% (Full part cooling recommended)
- Tensile Strength: Approx. 58 MPa
- Elongation at Break: Approx. 18%
- Flexural Modulus: Approx. 2600 MPa
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT): Approx. 52°C (at 0.45 MPa)
- Spool Material: Eco-Friendly Recyclable Cardboard or Plastic Spool
- Printer Compatibility: Fully compatible with open-source and enclosed desktop FDM 3D printers, including Bambu Lab (AMS compatible), Creality, Anycubic, Prusa, Elegoo, Kingroon, and Artillery.
Features
- Smooth Melt Flow and Anti-Clogging Formula: Engineered for stable melt viscosity and thermal consistency, preventing nozzle clogs, stringing, and extruder slipping across varying print speeds.
- Deep, Saturated Black Finish: Delivers a rich, uniform black tone with consistent opacity, giving finished models a sleek, professional appearance and clean perimeter definition.
- Low Warping and Strong First-Layer Adhesion: Low thermal shrinkage ensures flat, reliable first-layer bonding to smooth/textured PEI, glass, PC, or spring steel beds without corner lifting.
- High Dimensional Accuracy (±0.03mm): Produced with real-time laser measurement systems to guarantee precise diameter tolerance, ensuring steady volumetric extrusion and uniform layer stacking.
- Eco-Friendly and Low Odor: Manufactured from renewable organic starches, producing virtually zero harsh fumes or unpleasant odors during printing, making it well-suited for classrooms, offices, and home studios.
- Neat Precision Machine Winding: Even, layer-by-layer spool winding eliminates overlaps, snagging, and knots that could otherwise cause filament feed failures during long print jobs.
Common Applications
- Functional Enclosures & Electronics Housings: Printing clean black project boxes, sensor brackets, instrument bezels, and Raspberry Pi / Arduino chassis.
- Rapid Prototyping & Visual Mockups: Fast, cost-effective verification of mechanical assemblies, scale models, and industrial concept designs.
- Cosplay Armor, Props & Movie Replicas: Building dark-themed props, helmets, wearable armor pieces, and display models ready for finishing or direct use.
- Everyday Workshop & Home Organization: Fabricating tool holders, cable management clips, desk organizers, wall mounts, and utility fixtures.
Professional Installation and Maintenance Tips
- Optimal Slicer Profile Settings: Start with a nozzle temperature of 210°C and a bed temperature of 55°C. Keep the part cooling fan set to 100?ter the first layer for crisp overhangs, fine details, and clean bridging.
- Keep Build Plate Clean: Wipe the print bed with 70% to 90% Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) before starting a print to clear finger oils and dust, ensuring strong first-layer adhesion without relying on messy adhesives.
- Standard Brass Nozzle Safe: ePLA-Lite is completely non-abrasive and can be printed continuously using standard 0.4mm brass nozzles without premature nozzle wear.
- Storage Recommendations: When not printing, store the spool in a sealed vacuum bag with silica desiccant packets or an active filament dryer box to prevent moisture absorption, which helps maintain high ductility and prevents brittleness over time.