Bambu PLA Sparkle Filament
Material Characteristics
- Distinctive sparkling surface appearance
- Enhanced impact resistance
- Includes basic reusable spool
- Diameter: 1.75mm ±0.03mm tolerance
System Compatibility
- Compatible: AMS, AMS lite systems
- Incompatible: 0.2mm nozzle (clogging risk)
Material Overview
PLA Sparkle represents advanced aesthetic filament technology combining structural strength with sparkling visual effects. Metallic particle integration within the formulation produces distinctive glittering surface appearance, differentiating prints from standard materials. Note: 0.2mm nozzle usage not recommended due to potential extrusion blockage from particle content. Material enables elevated visual impact for 3D printing applications.
Hardware Compatibility
Compatible Equipment:
- Build surfaces: Cool Plate SuperTack, Smooth PEI, Textured PEI plates
- Hotends: Hardened Steel nozzles (0.4/0.6/0.8mm), Stainless Steel 0.4mm nozzle
- Adhesives: Bambu Liquid Glue, Glue Stick formulations
Incompatible Equipment:
- Stainless Steel 0.2mm nozzle
Color Specifications
| Color Variant | Hex Code | Display |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Gold Sparkle | #CEA629 | Gold with metallic sparkle |
| Slate Gray Sparkle | #8E9089 | Gray with metallic sparkle |
| Crimson Red Sparkle | #792B36 | Red with metallic sparkle |
| Royal Purple Sparkle | #483D8B | Purple with metallic sparkle |
| Alpine Green Sparkle | #3F5443 | Green with metallic sparkle |
| Onyx Black Sparkle | #2D2B28 | Black with metallic sparkle |
RFID Integration
Processing parameters embedded in RFID tags enable automatic configuration via AMS (Automatic Material System). Load-and-execute workflow eliminates manual parameter setup.
Print Parameters
- Pre-drying: 55°C, 8 hours (blast oven)
- Storage humidity: <20% RH (sealed with desiccant)
- Nozzle temperature: 190-230°C
- Bed temperature (with adhesive): 35-45°C
- Print speed: <250 mm/s
Physical Properties
- Density: 1.26 g/cm³
- Vicat Softening Point: 57°C
- Heat Deflection Temperature: 55°C
- Melting Point: 156°C
- Melt Flow Index: 34.2 ± 3.3 g/10min
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Strength: 33 ± 3 MPa
- Elongation at Break: 11.7 ± 0.7%
- Flexural Modulus: 2310 ± 140 MPa
- Flexural Strength: 63 ± 4 MPa
- Impact Strength: 66.5 ± 3.6 kJ/m²
Technical Documentation
- Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
- Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
- RoHS Compliance Certificate
Preparation Guidelines
Drying requirements: 55°C, 8 hours. Maintain low-humidity storage after use. Pre-dry if moisture absorption suspected. Reference: Filament drying documentation.
Shipping Information
- Free shipping: orders >$89 (excludes printers, AMS units, smoke purifiers)
- Free shipping remote areas: orders >$199 (Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa - same exclusions)
- Complete terms: Shipping Policy documentation
