# PolyLite™ PLA Pro

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PolyLite™ PLA Pro will be officially discontinued by the end of 2026 and replaced by our new [Polymaker™ PLA Pro](/polymaker-products/polymaker-filaments/prime-materials/functional-pla/polymaker-tm-pla-pro-new.md)
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**PolyLite™ PLA Pro: Professional-Grade Strength, Effortless Printing**\
Redefine what’s possible with PolyLite™ PLA Pro - a next-generation filament that combines outstanding toughness and high rigidity with the easy printability you expect from PLA.

**Exceptional Toughness Meets High Rigidity**\
PolyLite™ PLA Pro is expertly engineered for users who demand robust, engineering-grade performance. Enjoy durable, drop-resistant prints and precise details, all without the need for advanced printer settings or expensive hardware upgrades.

**Versatile and Reliable for Any Project**\
From rugged props to demanding engineering prototypes, PLA Pro is the go-to choice for a wide range of applications. As long as your project doesn’t require high heat resistance or flexibility, rely on PLA Pro for a dependable, cost-effective, and versatile 3D printing solution.

Upgrade your prints with PolyLite™ PLA Pro - where professional performance meets everyday convenience.

| Parameter                    |                                   |
| ---------------------------- | --------------------------------- |
| Nozzle temperature           | 190 – 220 (℃)                     |
| Build surface material       | BuildTak®, Glass, Blue Tape       |
| Build surface treatment      | Glue or Magigoo                   |
| Build plate temperature      | 30 - 60 (˚C)                      |
| Cooling fan                  | ON                                |
| Printing speed               | 30-70 (mm/s)                      |
| Raft separation distance     | 0.2 (mm)                          |
| Retraction distance          | 1 - 3 (mm)                        |
| Retraction speed             | 30 - 60 (mm/s)                    |
| Environmental temperature    | 0 - 40 (˚C)                       |
| Threshold overhang angle     | 60 (˚)                            |
| Recommended support material | PolySupport™ and PolyDissolve™ S1 |

## Print Tips

This material can print on any printer without any special requirements.

* Print slower than standard PLA. Recommended top Max Volumetric Speed of 15mm^3/s.
* When printing at 15mm^3/s - increase printing temperature to 220-230˚C.
* Keep fan speed on at full blast for best surface quality. Reduce if noticing any layer adhesion issues.

## FAQ

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<summary><strong>What is the difference between PolyLite™ PLA, PolyMax™ PLA and PolyLite™ PLA Pro?</strong></summary>

Short answer:\
PolyLite™ PLA is a very rigid material with very low impact resistance.\
PolyMax™ PLA is an extremely ductile material with high impact resistance and durability.\
PolyLite™ PLA Pro is the best of both worlds combining excellent rigidity and high impact strength.\
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Long answer in our live experiment [here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9C1pxNrpFA\&t=3215s).

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<summary><strong>Will the spools work in an AMS?</strong></summary>

Yes! We have redesigned the edges of our spools so all Polymaker products will now spin great in the AMS.

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<summary><strong>Is this material food safe?</strong></summary>

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.

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<summary><strong>Is this material recyclable?</strong></summary>

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.

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## [Printing Profiles](/polymaker-products/printer-profiles/legacy-profiles-by-material/pla/polylite-tm-pla-pro.md)

## Documents

[TDS](/polymaker-products/more-about-our-products/documents/technical-data-sheets/pla/polylite-tm-pla-pro.md)

[SDS](/polymaker-products/more-about-our-products/documents/safety-data-sheets.md)

[Other Docs](/polymaker-products/more-about-our-products/documents/certifications-and-declarations.md)

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