Numakers PLA+ 3D Printer Filament 1.75mm 1kg Simply Silver High-Speed FDM Printing

 Specifications:

• Material: PLA+ (Enhanced Polylactic Acid)
• Color: Simply Silver (Metallic finish)
• Filament Diameter: 1.75mm
• Dimensional Accuracy: ±0.02mm
• Net Filament Weight: 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs)
• Gross Package Weight: 1.30 kg [Estimated]
• Recommended Printing Temperature: 190°C – 220°C
• Recommended Heated Bed Temperature: 50°C – 70°C
• Printing Speed: 40mm/s – 100mm/s
• Density: 1.24 g/cm³
• Spool Outer Diameter: 200mm [Estimated]
• Spool Hub Hole Diameter: 56mm [Estimated]
• Packaging: Vacuum-sealed bag with desiccant pouch in a protective box
• Compatible Platforms: All 1.75mm FDM/FFF 3D printers
   

Virtual Technician & Slicer Setup Guid

     ⚠️ Safety & Hardware Warnings:

• Temperature Limits: Extrude strictly within the 190°C – 220°C range. Leaving the hotend parked at high temperatures (>230°C) without active extrusion will heat-degrade the PLA+ inside the thermal break, causing severe heat creep and stubborn nozzle clogs.

• Humidity Control: PLA+ is hygroscopic. Always store unused spools in a vacuum-sealed bag with desiccant pouches. Moisture-absorbed filament causes audible popping, micro-bubbles, and stringing during printing.

• First-Layer Cooling: Keep part cooling fans OFF or low (0%–20%) for the first 2 layers to guarantee optimal bed adhesion, then ramp up to 100% fan speed for crisp overhangs and bridging.

Included in the Box:

• 1× Numakers PLA+ Simply Silver Filament Spool (1.75mm, 1kg Net Weight, Vacuum Sealed with Desiccant Pouch)

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Numakers PLA+ Simply Silver compatible with high-speed 3D printers like Bambu Lab or Voron?
  Yes, Numakers PLA+ features an upgraded flow rate formulation that prints reliably at elevated speeds up to 120mm/s–150mm/s without causing hotend under-extrusion.
• Can I use Numakers PLA+ with Bowden tube extruder setups?
  Yes, the strict ±0.02mm diameter tolerance prevents binding inside PTFE Bowden tubes, making it fully compatible with both direct drive and Bowden extruders.
• Will the metallic Simply Silver pigment wear down standard 0.4mm brass nozzles?
  No, Numakers Simply Silver uses non-abrasive metallic pigments rather than coarse metal powders, so standard brass nozzles handle it without premature wear.
• Can Numakers PLA+ be printed on an unheated glass build plate?
  Yes, while a heated bed at 50°C–60°C is strongly recommended, you can print PLA+ on unheated glass using painter's tape or glue stick for adhesion.
  Power & Thermal Specs
• What is the recommended nozzle extrusion temperature for Numakers Simply Silver PLA+?
  The ideal printing temperature range for Numakers PLA+ is between 190°C and 220°C, with 205°C serving as the optimal starting baseline for most FDM printers.
• Do I need a heated print bed to prevent warping with Simply Silver PLA+?
  Aheated bed set between 50°C and 70°C is highly recommended to ensure maximum first-layer adhesion and completely eliminate corner lifting on larger structural prints.
• What part cooling fan speed should I set for Simply Silver PLA+ in my slicer? Keep part cooling fans at 0% for the first 1 to 2 layers to maximize bed bonding, then run cooling fans at 100% for all subsequent layers to achieve sharp details.
• Does the Numakers 1kg spool fit standard desktop 3D printer spool holders? Yes, the spool uses a standard 200mm outer diameter with a universal 56mm hub hole that fits virtually all stock spool holders and external dry boxes.
• Do I need an enclosed 3D printer build chamber to print PLA+ Simply Silver? No, PLA+ does not require an enclosure and actually prints best in open-frame printers with ambient air ventilation to prevent heat creep in the cold side of the hotend.
• Can I use standard 0.4mm brass nozzles, or do I need a hardened steel nozzle?
  Standard stock brass nozzles work perfectly with Numakers Simply Silver because the pigment particles are non-abrasive.