Metal PLA
PLA-Metal is metal powder-filled PLA with a metallic texture, weight, and polishable appearance. It is suitable for art pieces, display models, props, trophies, and decorative appearance pieces.
Lightweight
Lead Time
3~5 days
Tolerance
± 0.3% (minimum of ± 0.3mm)
Min. Order
1
Reference Unit Price Range
0.27 - 0.60
Advantages
- Metal-like appearance and weight
- Can be sanded or polished
- Polishing-friendly surface
Disadvantages
- Limited heat resistance
- Limited weather resistance
- Limited chemical resistance
- Limited wear resistance
Performance Snapshot
Material Characteristics at a Glance
Relative performance profile across key engineering parameters. Values are contextual — not absolute stress ratings.
Lightweight
ÉlevéScore de référence : 4/5
Cost Efficient
MoyenScore de référence : 3/5
Surface Quality
MoyenScore de référence : 3/5
Moisture Resistance
MoyenScore de référence : 3/5
Dimensional Stability
MoyenScore de référence : 3/5
High Strength
MoyenScore de référence : 3/5
Toughness
MoyenScore de référence : 3/5
Rigidity
MoyenScore de référence : 3/5
Heat Resistance
FaibleScore de référence : 2/5
Surface Finish Options
Surface Finish Options
Available finish options for Metal PLA.
As Printed
Color
Grey
Accuracy
± 0.3% (minimum of ± 0.3mm)
Painting
Finish options
Glossy and matte paint finishes available
Best for
Ajouter une couleur personnalisée et une couche de peinture protectrice aux pièces en PLA métal pour modèles d'apparence et de présentation.
Note
Valider l'adhérence de la peinture, les limites de masquage et la couverture du revêtement sur PLA métal avant la production, en particulier autour des interfaces, des bords et des détails fins.
Silk Screening
Print method
Single- or multi-color graphics on flat or gently curved surfaces
Best for
Appliquer des logos, des étiquettes ou des graphiques fonctionnels sur les zones planes des pièces en PLA métal utilisées pour modèles d'apparence et de présentation.
Note
Confirmer la zone imprimable, l'adhérence de l'encre et le repérage graphique sur PLA métal avant la production.
Industries & Applications
Where Metal PLA Delivers
Industrial Manufacturing
- Appearance and display models
- Functional prototype testing
- Assembly testing
- Industrial design models
Equipment
- Functional prototype testing
- Assembly testing
- Prototype equipment components
Education
- Appearance and display models
- Functional prototype testing
- Assembly testing
- Education models
Research & Development
- Functional prototype testing
- Assembly testing
- Experimental prototype components
Consumer Electronics
- Product enclosure prototypes
- Fit-check and assembly models
- Custom test fixtures
- Low-volume concept validation builds
Entertainment & Collectibles
- Appearance and display models
- Functional prototype testing
- Assembly testing
- Art and cultural-creative models
Technical Specifications
Design Guidelines
Material Properties
Process & Dimensional Specs
Ready to Order?
Upload your 3D file and receive a quote for Metal PLA parts. Typical turnaround is 3~5 days from order confirmation.
Every order includes: Dimensional inspection report · NDA-ready file handling · Pre-shipment QC photography · DDP door-to-door logistics · Engineering review on request
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