PolySmooth™ (PVB)

Designed for Easy Post-Processing PolySmooth™ is a unique filament engineered for effortless, hands-free post-processing. It prints easily on most desktop 3D printers, making it accessible for users of all skill levels.

Achieve Layer-Free Surfaces The standout feature of PolySmooth™ is its ability to be smoothed with alcohol vapor, especially when used with the Polysher™. This process removes visible layer lines, resulting in glossy, professional-quality models.

Perfect for Display and Presentation Models Choose PolySmooth™ when you need stunning, layer-free surfaces - ideal for prototypes, display pieces, and any project where a flawless finish is essential.

Parameter

Nozzle temperature

190 – 220 (℃)

Build surface treatment

PC and Texture PEI (Glue when needed)

Build plate temperature

25 - 70 (˚C)

Cooling fan

Printing speed

50 - 200 (mm/s)

Retraction distance

1 - 3 (mm)

Retraction speed

20 - 40 (mm/s)

Closure Chamber

No Needed

Recommended support material

PolyDissolve™ S1

Drying setting

50˚C for 12h

Print Tips

This material is a PVB material and does not need any special printer requirements to print.

Print slower than standard PLA. Recommended top Max Volumetric Speed of 15mm^3/s.
Increase printing temperature to 220˚C if printing at this fast 15mm^3/s.
Keep fan speed on at full blast for best surface quality. Reduce if noticing any layer adhesion issues.
You can use the Polysher to smooth out the layer lines since PVB is soluble in alcohol.
You can also use a mister spray bottle and apply light coats to have a similar effect

FAQ

How can I smooth PolySmooth™?

PolySmooth™ can be smoothed with IPA using 2 methods:

1) Using the Polysher™ (less labor intensive, safer, more consistent and reliable results) 2) Spraying IPA with a spray bottle using our Polishing Kit

For 2) we recommend spraying a thin coat of IPA on the surface of your PolySmooth™ model and let it dry for 15-20min and cycle these 2 steps until the desired smoothness. CAUTION: Proceed in a well ventilated area to avoid inhaling IPA vapors.

Is PolySmooth™ a PLA based material?

No, although PolySmooth™ prints with similar settings as PLA, PolySmooth™ is PVB based. PVB is more hygroscopic than PLA so it requires a dry box however it can be post processed very easily with IPA for smoother surface finish.

Will the spools work in an AMS?

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

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.

Do you sell refills?

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

Printing Requirements

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

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