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Polymaker PolyMax PLA

PLA toughness boosted to ABS-like impact resistance without ABS hassles

Material
PLA-tough
Spool weight
750 g
MSRP
$35
Print temp
210–230 °C
Bed temp
25–60 °C
Glass transition
60 °C
Drying
Not required (still recommended in humid climates)
Tensile strength
73 MPa
Elongation at break
24%
Not food-safe
UV sensitive
Outdoor rating: 1/5

Where it shines

PLA toughness boosted to ABS-like impact resistance without ABS hassles.

Common use cases: indoor-mechanical-light, prototyping, impact-prone.

Where it falls short

Still heat-sensitive (PLA glass transition); not for hot environments.

Print profile starting point

  • Nozzle temp: start at 220°C and tune ±5°C for surface finish.
  • Bed temp: 25°C is usually enough for adhesion; go up toward 60°C if first layer struggles.

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