Panchroma™ Silk PLA

Panchroma™ Silk PLA is a PLA option with a high gloss effect.

Formerly called PolyLite™ Silk PLA.

Now with a BRAND NEW Formula!

New And Improved Silk Formula! Our new silk formula solves brittleness and clogging while keeping a shiny, smooth finish. Prints faster and cleaner; up to 250mm/s with reliable results every time; ideal for 3D printing at any experience level.

Improved Layer Adhesion Built for stronger layer bonding, this filament gives your prints extra durability without sacrificing surface finish. Great for flexi toys, cosplay props, and home décor - no advanced settings needed, just smoother, tougher results from start to finish.

Shiny at High Speeds Maintains rich, silky shine even at 150mm/s, solving the dulling issue common with high speed silk PLA prints; excellent for fast, high-detail projects where visuals matter - get gloss and speed without needing to compromise.

Easy To Print Panchroma Silk prints easily on most FDM 3D printers without requiring special hardware. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned maker, it delivers reliable adhesion and clean finishes at standard settings - right out of the box.

High Speed Printing Print confidently at speeds up to 250mm/s while keeping excellent surface detail; great for high-output print farms or weekend warriors looking for reliable, good-looking multi color parts done in record time.

Polymaker vs Generic Brands While generic silk PLA often clogs, snaps, or dulls at high speeds, our formula resists all three. Enjoy faster prints with a shiny finish, reliable feeding, and greater durability - backed by strict QA for consistency in every spool.

Print Settings

Parameter

Nozzle temperature

190 – 230 (℃)

Build surface treatment

PC and Texture PEI (Glue when needed)

Build plate temperature

25 - 60 (˚C)

Cooling fan

Printing speed

up to 250mm/s

Retraction distance

1 - 3 (mm)

Retraction speed

20 - 40 (mm/s)

Closure Chamber

Not Needed

Recommended support material

PolySupport™ and PolyDissolve™ S1

Drying setting

55˚C for 6h (only if absorbed moisture)

Based on 0.4 mm nozzle. Printing conditions may vary with different nozzle diameters

Printing Tips

All Panchroma effects and colors, with the exception of Luminous, Glow, and CoPE will have no special requirements. You can print them on any printer in any setup.

These materials are standard PLA options and can print with standard PLA settings.
Leave the cooling fan on at full blast for best surface quality.

FAQ

Is there a difference between Panchroma™ Silk PLA and PolyLite™ Silk PLA?

Panchroma Silk PLA is an upgraded silk 3D printing filament designed for vibrant visuals, smoother prints, and high-speed performance. It solves common silk PLA issues like brittleness, clogging, and loss of shine at higher speeds.

What is the difference between the old formula and the new one?

The new formula prints faster, clogs less, and has better layer adhesion—while keeping a smoother, glossier finish even at high speeds.

Can I print fast without losing the silk finish?

Yes! Our new formula maintains its high-gloss silk effect even at speeds up to 150mm/s

What makes Panchroma Silk PLA better than other silk filaments?

Compared to generic brands, Panchroma Silk PLA resists clogs, snapping, and stringing. It also offers better layer adhesion and supports high-speed printing.

Is it beginner-friendly?

Absolutely. Panchroma Silk PLA works with most FDM 3D printers and prints beautifully using standard PLA settings. No special hardware or advanced tuning is needed.

What types of projects is this filament best suited for?

This filament is perfect for home décor, cosplay props, flexi toys, sculptures, miniatures, and gifts.

Is this material food safe?

Unfortunately we do not have any data whether this material is food safe. As of now, no 3D printing material on the market is FDA food safe compliant. This is because in order to be certified as food safe, the actual object needs to be certified and not the base material. The shape, bed used, environment the object was made, and much more goes into getting a food safety certificate. As of now there is no real certification that the FDA offers for 3D printing.

Is this material AMS compatible?

Yes! All Panchroma™ spools now have hardened edges that roll great in the AMS

Can I use it for moving parts or functional prints?

Silk PLA is designed for aesthetics. While Panchroma has better adhesion than most silks, it’s not meant for high-load or mechanical parts. Use it for display models, props, and low-wear designs.

How many colors are available?

Panchroma Silk comes in 24 stunning colors.

Do you sell refills?

We are sorry but we do not sell refills at this time

Is this material recyclable?

Unfortunately there is no great answer for recycling PLA at this time. Our cardboard spools are biodegradable but there is no great way to recycle PLA at this time.

What is Panchroma™?

Panchroma™ is a new family of engineered polymer compounds containing PLA. The formulations are fine tuned for each color/surface finish to offer the best aesthetic quality and printability. They can be reliably printed on any FFF/FDM 3D printer under typical PLA settings. All Panchroma™ products are PLA except for those listed under "experimental".

Can I mix and match effects into a single HueForge print?

This material will mix and match great with all other Panchroma™ effects, except those listed under "experimental".

Printing Requirements

None! This will print great on any stock 3D printer!

You will just want to print slower on stock, older style printers.