{"product_id":"sainsmart-lw-pla-lightweight-active-foaming-filament-1-75mm-1kg","title":"SainSmart LW-PLA Lightweight Active Foaming Filament 1.75mm (1kg)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEngineered specifically for aeromodelling, drone components, and lightweight prop building, \u003cstrong\u003eSainSmart LW-PLA (Lightweight PLA) Filament\u003c\/strong\u003e leverages advanced active foaming technology to dramatically cut part weight while maximizing material value. By expanding inside the hotend based on print temperature, this specialty 1.75mm filament allows you to fine-tune model density, wing loading, and structural strength on the fly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cpicture\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1978\/9859\/files\/LW-PLA_Filament_07.jpg\" width=\"100%\" title=\"SainSmart Lightweight LW-PLA Filament\" alt=\"SainSmart Lightweight LW-PLA Filament\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cpicture\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1978\/9859\/files\/LW_filament_Home_Banner_-_1920-700.png\" width=\"100%\" title=\"SainSmart Lightweight LW-PLA Filament\" alt=\"SainSmart Lightweight LW-PLA Filament Banner\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive Foaming Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expands upon heating at printing temperatures above 210°C, achieving up to a 220% maximum foaming rate. Reduce print flow rates by up to 50% to yield roughly 2.2 times the printed volume out of a single 1kg spool compared to standard PLA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Low Density (0.54 g\/cm³):\u003c\/strong\u003e Achieves significant weight reduction in finished parts, drastically lowering stall speeds and wing loads for RC airplanes, fixed-wing aircraft, and FPV drones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature-Controlled Custom Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easily adjust expansion levels throughout your print by tweaking temperature, print speed, and flow rates in your slicer—allowing you to create dense, rigid mounting points alongside featherlight aerodynamic surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSatin Matte Surface \u0026amp; Layer Hiding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Micro-foaming action seamlessly fills surface gaps, leaving behind an exceptionally smooth, matte finish that renders layer lines nearly invisible while providing superior paint adhesion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Interlayer Bonding \u0026amp; Repairability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers solid layer-to-layer adhesion for enhanced impact resistance and straightforward field repairs using standard foam-safe adhesives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cpicture\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopifycdn.net\/s\/files\/1\/1978\/9859\/files\/Sainsmart-LW_PLA_banner_-_750.png?v=1657704114\" width=\"100%\" alt=\"SainSmart LW-PLA Customizable Expansion\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilament Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.75mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpool Net Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1kg (2.2 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Down to ~0.54 g\/cm³ (when fully foamed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoaming Temperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expands actively between 210°C and 250°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black, White\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinter Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with standard 1.75mm FDM 3D printers equipped with direct drive or Bowden extruders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SainSmart.com","offers":[{"title":"White \/ USA","offer_id":43567270199359,"sku":"101-90-640LW","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ USA","offer_id":43567270232127,"sku":"101-90-640LW-BK","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White \/ Canada","offer_id":43567270264895,"sku":"101-90-640LW","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black \/ Canada","offer_id":43567270297663,"sku":"101-90-640LW-BK","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"White \/ Europe","offer_id":43567270330431,"sku":"101-90-640LW","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black \/ Europe","offer_id":43567270363199,"sku":"101-90-640LW-BK","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"White \/ UK","offer_id":43567270395967,"sku":"101-90-640LW","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black \/ UK","offer_id":43567270428735,"sku":"101-90-640LW-BK","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/4304\/6207\/files\/LW-PLAFilamentWhite01.jpg?v=1784725214","url":"https:\/\/allplays3d.com\/products\/sainsmart-lw-pla-lightweight-active-foaming-filament-1-75mm-1kg","provider":"AllPlays3D","version":"1.0","type":"link"}