MakerBot PLA 3D Printing Filament Large Spool for Use with MakerBot's Replicator+ & 5th Generation Line of 3D Printers, Non-Toxic Resin, 1.75mm Diameter, Black (MP05775) Description MakerBot Filament is the best and most consistent filament for MakerBot Replicator 3D Printers. MakerBot PLA Filament is a bioplastic made from corn. phthalates, or BPA. Every filament color is comprehensively quality tested at both 100-micron and 200-micron layer resolutions to verify that the filament will perform every feature that MakerBot MakerWare and MakerBot Desktop software offer. If you are new to 3D printing, MakerBot PLA Filament is a good material to start with because it is easy to use and performs well on most prints. Compatible with the MakerBot Replicator 2, MakerBot Replicator (Fifth Generation), MakerBot Replicator Z18. Glass Temp: 60-65 C (140-149 F) Melting Temp: 150-160 C (302-320 F) Nozzle Temp: 230 C (446 F) Spool Diameter: 9 in Spool Width: 2 in Spool Hub Hole: 2 in Diameter 1.75 mm Net Weight: 2 lbs. Features: BEST-IN-CLASS PRINT PERFORMANCE: The MakerBot PLA Filament is manufactured to produce the highest quality 3D prints and is trusted by leading companies and institutions the world over, thanks to state-of-the-art material manufacturing and quality control standards tested at both 100-micron and 200-micron layer resolutions COMPATIBILITY: This large size 1.75mm diameter spool is for use in the MakerBot Replicator+, MakerBot Replicator Desktop 3D Printer (5th Gen), MakerBot Replicator Z18 3D Printer, or MakerBot Replicator 2 Desktop 3D Printer CONSISTENT QUALITY: Compared to ABS, PLA demonstrates much less part warping and curling and can be successfully printed without a heated build plate, producing higher-quality prints, reduced material problems and minimized downtime ABOUT MAKERBOT: MakerBot believes there's an innovator in everyone. As a global leader in desktop 3D printing, we set the standard in reliability and ease-of-use by providing effective solutions for every stage of the desktop 3D printing process. Since our start in 2009, we have also redefined what's possible for makers of all walks by introducing many industry firsts. 3D PRINTERS, MATERIALS AND SOFTWARE: Explore the MakerBot ecosystem for all your 3D printing needs including the METHOD, SKETCH and Replicator Series 3D printers, polymers, composites and metal filament materials and MakerBot CloudPrint Product Details: Brand: MakerBot Material: Polylactic Acid Color: Black Item Weight: 910 Grams Item Diameter: 1.75 Millimeters Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 10 x 2 inches; 2.01 Pounds Item model number ‏ : ‎ MP05775 Date First Available ‏ : ‎ February 5, 2014 Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ MakerBot Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA Best Sellers Rank: #43,952 in Industrial & Scientific (See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific) #681 in 3D Printing Filament #681 in 3D Printing Filament Customer Reviews: 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 98 ratings