Sample - Reflow Recycled Matte PLA - Shades of Grey

Source Traceability
PLA is a highly versatile biopolymer that is economically efficient to synthesise and possesses biodegradable capabilities under the right conditions. It has a range of common applications from cardiovascular implants or PPE in healthcare as well as uses like plastic films, bottles and straws in packaging. Our rPLA is sourced from a consistent stream of food packaging waste, collected and pelletised by a leading recycler in the Benelux region.

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
Name : PLA
Chemical name : Recycled polylactide
Source of plastic : Benelux
Description : Reflow PLA filament is made from mechanically recycled PLA which are biodegradable and renewable. It is safe, eco-friendly, easy to print, and fits requirements for both novices and gurus.

FILAMENT SPECIFICATIONS
Diameter 1.75 mm. ±0.05mm
Roundness ≥ 98%
Net filament weight : 1kg
Filament length : ~357m

PRINTER SETTING RECOMMENDATION
Try our quick start guide to help get the best results. These settings are a good steer for printing with this material across a variety of devices. However, optimum settings may vary between printers.
Nozzle recommendation : Hardened steel nozzle
Nozzle temperature : 215 - 225ºC
Bed temperature : 40 - 70ºC
Fan speed : 0 - 100% (varies based on print geometry)
Print speed : 30 - 40 mm/s, up to 150 mm/s
Retraction distance : 4 - 10 mm
Retraction speed : 35-45 mm/s
Drying recommendation : 50 °C in a hot air or vacuum oven for 5 to 8 hours

	Unit	Value	Method
Density	g/cm3	1.24	ASTM D1505
Izod Impact strength	kJ/m2	4.2	ISO 180 @25ºC
Tensile modulus	MPa	3000	ISO 527
Flexural modulus	MPa	3120	ISO 178
Melt flow rate (190 °C/2.16 kg)	g/10 min	3-7	ISO 1133
Glass transition	ºC	59.8	ISO11357, 10 °C /min
Peak melting temperature	ºC	164.30	ISO11357, 10 °C /min

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

Unit	Value	Method
Tensile modulus	MPa	3105±53.16	ISO 527
Tensile strength	MPa	59.2	ISO 527
Tensile stress at break	MPa	59.1	ISO 527
Tensile strain at break	%	2,16	ISO 527
Flexural modulus	MPa	3200±91	ISO 178
Flexural strength	MPa	87.2	ISO 178
Flexural stress at break	MPa	84.6	ISO 178
Flexural strain at break	%	3.6	ISO 178

SAMPLE PREPARATION AND TESTING CONDITIONS
Sample preparation conditions:
Ultermaker 2+ with 0.4 mm nozzle was applied for preparing both tensile and flexural
specimens.

Line width: 0.35 mm | layer height: 0.2 mm | Printing speed: 15 mm/s |
retraction distance and speed: 4 mm and 40 mm/s | printing temperature : 220 ºC
Testing conditions:
Five samples were tested and the value shared was the average value.
For tensile specimens, they were printed flatly (x-y direction ) and the printing direction was in line with the tensile stretching direction. As for the flexural specimens, the printing direction was perpendicularly to the test direction.

DISCLAIMER
The values and recommendations provided herein are given or accepted at your own risk. In view of variations in maintenance, processing, and neither Reflow nor its a"liates make any warranty relating to it or because of it. Neither Reflow nor its a"liates shall be responsible for the use of this information, or of any product, method or apparatus mentioned, and you must make your own determination of its suitability and completeness for your own use, for the protection of the
environment, and for the health and safety of your employees and purchasers of your products. No warranty is made of the merchantability or fitness of any product; and nothing herein waives any of Reflow’s conditions of sale. Specifications are subject to adaptation without prior notice.