SAF-PLA-103 specification sheet

Overview summary:

Discover SA Filament, South Africa’s premier 1.75 mm 3D printing filament brand, offering a diverse range of materials including premium ABS, PLA, PLA Plus, PLA Hyper, PLA Premium, Silk PLA+, PETG, TPU, and more. Each filament is meticulously manufactured with precise ±0.03 -0.05 mm diameter tolerance, vacuum-sealed on a 200 mm spool (58 mm hub, 55 mm width), and delivered in a moisture-protected cardboard box. Choose from a wide palette of colours-classic whites/neutrals to vibrant chrome and silk finishes-suited for both aesthetic and functional applications. Whether you’re crafting intricate prototypes, durable mechanical parts, or decorative pieces, SA Filament enables reliable, high-quality prints with excellent layer adhesion, dimensional accuracy, and material performance. With locally sourced materials and competitive pricing, SA Filament is the intelligent choice for South African makers and professionals.

Summary of Differences by Material Line

• ABS: Tough, heat-resistant, print temp 220 -250 °C, enclosure recommended.
• Standard PLA: Biodegradable, easier printing at 190 -230 °C, bed at room temp.
• PLA Plus / Hyper / Premium: Enhanced strength, higher heat deflection, better adhesion.
• Silk PLA+: Adds shiny, silky surface finishes with PLA Plus’s mechanical benefits.
• PETG, TPU, SBS, PETG Speed, etc.:  - each aligned with their typical printing settings; all share core packaging specs.

Codes like SAF-ABS PRE-A05, SAF-PLA HYP-A06, SAF-PLAPLUS-C03, etc., correspond to specific colors or variants within the respective material lines-e.g., PLA Plus Chrome Orange or ABS Premium Matte Red. While the base specifications (weight, spool, diameter, print settings) are consistent across these SKUs, colour, finish (matte, silk, chrome), and potentially bed adhesion additives make each variant unique.

SA Filament PLA - Eco-Friendly 3D Printing Filament (1Kg Roll)

Sustainable, User-Friendly, and Versatile

SA Filament PLA is a plant-based 3D printing material crafted from renewable resources like corn starch and sugarcane. As one of the most widely used bioplastics in the world, PLA offers a safe, biodegradable solution that performs well across a range of applications-from hobby models and household gadgets to educational prototypes and artistic designs.

Ideal for both beginners and experienced makers, this PLA prints easily, has excellent surface finish, and is suitable for use in environments that demand food-safe materials. In its raw state, PLA complies with both FDA and EU food-contact safety regulations, ensuring peace of mind for a variety of creative and practical uses.

Material Characteristics:

• Printability: Beginner-friendly and reliable
• Heat Resistance: Low (suitable for indoor models)
• UV Resistance: Medium (moderate sunlight exposure)
• Impact Strength: Medium durability
• Biodegradability: High under industrial composting conditions

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Specifications and features
Product Code	SAF-PLA-103
Material	PLA (Polylactic Acid)
Print Temperature	200°C – 230°C (printer dependent)
Heated Bed	0°C – 60°C
Cooling Fan	100% recommended
Net Weight	1Kg (approx. 340m per roll)
Shipping Weight	1.5Kg
Filament Diameter	1.75mm ± 0.05mm
Spool Dimensions	Ø200mm x Inner Hub 58mm x Width 55mm
Packaging	Vacuum-sealed and boxed (eco-friendly cardboard)