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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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