{"id":308,"date":"2023-04-11T23:48:15","date_gmt":"2023-04-11T23:48:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/3DMonsTr.com\/?p=308"},"modified":"2023-04-12T05:01:54","modified_gmt":"2023-04-12T05:01:54","slug":"how-to-melt-pla","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/3DMonsTr.com\/how-to-melt-pla\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Melt\/Dissolve PLA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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If you’ve ever wanted to know how to melt PLA<\/strong>, the biodegradable plastic used in 3D printing, you’re in luck! In this blog post, we’ll show you how easy it is to recycle your PLA scraps into new filaments. Not only is this a great way to reduce waste, but it can also save you money on your 3D printing projects. So let’s get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is PLA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

PLA stands for polylactic acid, a type of biodegradable plastic made from renewable plant materials like cornstarch and sugarcane. It’s a popular choice for 3D printing because it’s easy to use and has a low environmental impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Melt PLA?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It’s a great way to reduce the amount of waste created by 3D printing<\/a>. By melting it down, you can create new filament from the old scraps, which means less money spent on purchasing fresh supplies. It’s also a fun way to experiment with different colors and textures. Dissolving PLA can also be used to create 3D-printed objects with a more detailed or intricate shape. PLA is a thermoplastic<\/a>, meaning it melts when heated and cools back to its solid state when cooled. It’s important to note that PLA starts to degrade at about 180\u00b0C (356\u00b0F) \u2014 any higher temperatures will cause the plastic to break down too quickly, resulting in the poor-quality filament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Products made of PLA are the Following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n