3d Calcs
CONFIG:
130 W
$0.15/kWh
$20.00/kg spool
DENSITY: 1.25 g/cm³Not Required

PLA+ / Tough PLA

Modified PLA with impact modifiers for enhanced interlayer bonding, reduced brittleness, and higher elongation at break.

Nozzle Temperature
205 - 230 °C
Extrusion hotend range
Bed Temperature
50 - 65 °C
PEI build plate setting
Drying Specs
45 °C
4 - 6 hours
1kg Spool Yield (1.75mm)
~333 meters
≈ 1091 feet

PLA+ / Tough PLA Calculators

PLA+ / Tough PLA (1.25 g/cm³)

Conversion Mode
grams
Filament Diameter
1.24 g/cm³
RESULTS & BREAKDOWNV=πr²L
Filament Length (m)
335.3meters
≈ 1100.0 feet (0.335 km)
Weight:1000.00 g (1.000 kg)
Linear Mass:2.98 g/meter
Total Volume:806.45 cm³
Cross-Section Area:2.405 mm²
Quick Rule of Thumb
Standard 1.75mm PLA yields approximately 330–335 meters per 1 kg spool. PETG yields ~327m, and ABS yields ~400m due to lower density.

Slicer Tuning & Cooling Profile

Part Cooling Fan
100%
Enclosure Requirement
Not Required
Polymer Specific Gravity
1.25 g/cm³

PLA+ • Frequently Asked Questions

How many meters of filament are in a 1kg spool of PLA+?

A standard 1 kg spool of 1.75 mm PLA+ filament yields approximately 332.6 meters (1091 feet) of printable material based on its polymer density of 1.25 g/cm³.

⚡ Filament Weight ⇄ Length Converter
What nozzle and bed temperature should I use for PLA+?

Optimal extrusion temperature for PLA+ is 205 - 230 °C with a heated bed temperature of 50 - 65 °C.

Does PLA+ require an enclosed 3D printer or active ventilation?

PLA+ enclosure status: Not Required. Polymers like ABS, ASA, and Nylon emit ultrafine particles (UFPs) and VOCs and warp easily from ambient air drafts, whereas PLA and PETG print safely in open-frame printers.

How do I dry PLA+ filament and prevent moisture-related stringing?

Dry PLA+ in a dedicated filament dryer or convection oven at 45 °C for 4 - 6 hours. Store with desiccant in vacuum-sealed bags to avoid steam popping, stringing, and brittle filament.

How do I prevent warping and get PLA+ to stick to the build plate?

Clean the build plate thoroughly with warm water and grease-cutting dish soap (or 99% IPA). Set the part cooling fan to 100%, ensure first-layer squish is dialed in, and use a 5mm-8mm brim for tall or sharp-cornered models.

📖 First Layer Perfection: Bed Adhesion, Z-Offset & Tramming Guide