MakerBot Replicator 2
3D Printer
Explore the frontiers of 3D printing, Bring your projects to life.
Key Features
Tech Spec
Filament
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- With a fast, easy, and affordable tool formaking professional-quality models.
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- Get fast and consistent results.
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- Accelerate the design process by prototyping right at your desk.
- PROTECTION AND SUPPORT
- Expert, responsive and friendly.
PLA Filament
PLA Filament is a nontoxic resin made of sugar derived from field corn and has a semisweet smell (like waffles) when heated.
PLA Filament helps produce higher-quality prints, reduce filament problems, and minimize downtime. Compared to ABS, PLA demonstrates much less part warping and curling and, for this reason, can be successfully printed without a heated build plate. Details such as sharp corners and edges print well and PLA printed objects will generally have a glossier look and feel.
PLA Filament color also undergoes long-duration testing using a large 3D model that requires 18–24 hours of print time, to ensure that there are no deviations in print quality. PLA Filament adheres well to acrylic and build plate tape.
Every PLA Filament color is comprehensively quality tested at both high (100 micron) and medium (200 micron) layer resolutions on all MakerBot Replicator 3D Printers to verify that the filament will perform every feature that MakerBot apps offer and will reliably slice and print all types of models.
If you’re new to 3D printing, PLA Filament is a good material to start with because it’s easy to use and performs well on most prints.
Store PLA Filament in a cool, dry place as it can absorb moisture from air and long-term exposure to humidity can compromise filament quality and performance.
Be sure your build plate is level, clean, and oil-free before printing.
