{"title":"Hard \u0026 Abrasive","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"carbon-fiber-pla","title":"The Original Carbon Fiber Composite PLA","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1425414714451_24288\"\u003eThe original is still the best! World's First Carbon Fiber PLA filament was kickstarted by ProtoPlant over ten years ago. Others try, but can't match the quality and ease of printing experience afforded by this product. Available at a cost low enough for everyday printing, try a mammoth 3kg spool for large format printing! 1.75mm diameter 3kg spools contain more than 1 km of filament!  How cool is that?!?!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#product_details\" title=\"The Original Carbon Fiber Composite PLA product details\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore product details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\" id=\"block-02772462f7d22eb6720f\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_7_1419892303855_2978\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 50g Coil","offer_id":27771878536,"sku":"CFP1170","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 500g Spool","offer_id":1265221964,"sku":"CFP11705","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 3kg Spool","offer_id":4841182596,"sku":"CFP11730","price":179.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.85mm \/ 500g Spool","offer_id":1265221968,"sku":"CFP12805","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.85mm \/ 3kg Spool","offer_id":4841190404,"sku":"CFP12830","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/products\/cfp_black-carbon-fiber-pla-3d-print.jpg?v=1596507668"},{"product_id":"stainless-steel-pla","title":"Steel-filled Metal Composite PLA","description":"\u003cdiv data-block-type=\"2\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-align-center\"\u003eNow available in 1kg size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1425414714451_39181\" class=\"text-align-center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtopasta Stainless Steel PLA\u003c\/strong\u003e filament is a dense material that prints as easily as standard PLA, but results in heavy cast-metal looking prints that can be brushed, sanded, or polished post-print to achieve amazing results. Using real steel powder, this premium, metal-filled steel PLA filament is perfect for jewelry, costumes, props, figurines, crafting, robots, or any other \u003cspan\u003e3D prints needing a truly stainless steel finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-align-center\"\u003e*Steel PLA made on and after Feb 27, 2025 (lot number X50227\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003eXXX) is made from 400-series stainless, instead of 300-series, just like our new steel colors, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Gold Steel\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/collections\/newest-products\/products\/stainless-steel-metal-composite-pla-gold-color\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egold\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Burgundy Steel\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/collections\/newest-products\/products\/stainless-steel-metal-composite-pla-burgundy-color\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eburgundy\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Blue Steel\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/collections\/newest-products\/products\/stainless-steel-metal-composite-pla-blue-color\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eblue\u003c\/a\u003e. 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Resulting 3D prints made with our Carbon Fiber HTPLA are demonstrably more rigid, providing excellent structural strength and layer adhesion with very low warpage. The embedded carbon provides a beautiful light matte gray finish with a slight sheen, resulting in 3D prints with exceptional accuracy, finish, and performance!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#product_details\" title=\"Light Gray Carbon Fiber Composite HTPLA Product Details\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore product details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 50g Coil","offer_id":33706462904451,"sku":"HTP2170-CFL","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 500g Spool","offer_id":13870367899693,"sku":"HTP21705-CFL","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/products\/htp2-cfl_light-gray-carbon-fiber-htpla-3d-print.jpg?v=1596507924"},{"product_id":"carbon-fiber-recycled-pla","title":"Recycled Carbon Fiber PLA","description":"\u003cdiv data-block-type=\"2\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRecycled! Compare to Carbon Fiber PLA\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e“Since 2013, Protopasta has valued \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/press\/84648900-we-make-good-stuff\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003equality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/how-to\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ereliability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ecreativity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. We seek to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/editorial\/about-spools-waste-and-customer-experience\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ereduce waste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e in our production and build relationships in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/press\/proto-pasta-collaborates-with-trash-hackers-collective-turning-waste-into-keepsakes\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ecommunity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe’ve taken many steps over the years to ensure our commitment to these values. The next phase of this commitment is finally here: Recycled PLA! We’ve collected our high-quality waste stream and turned it into high-quality recycled filament. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-rigid with a low-gloss finish \u0026amp; defect-hiding texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA mix of black \u003ca title=\"Carbon Fiber\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/collections\/all\/contents_carbon-fiber\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCarbon Fiber\u003c\/a\u003e PLA \u0026amp; HTPLA waste streams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll the benefits of \u003ca title=\"Carbon Fiber PLA\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/collections\/all\/products\/carbon-fiber-pla\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCarbon Fiber PLA\u003c\/a\u003e, but supply is limited\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully compounded to ensure consist color \u0026amp; performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eDesigned \u0026amp; produced by Protoplant exclusively for you\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003eSpecial note - \u003ca title=\"Micro Swiss wear-resistant nozzles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/collections\/accessories\/products\/plated-brass-wear-resistant-nozzles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewear resistant nozzle\u003c\/a\u003e recommended.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Recycled filaments are already marked down and not eligible for further discounts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWant more exclusive filament? Join our next \u003ca title=\"The Proto-pasta Experience Workshop\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/products\/the-proto-pasta-experience\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProto-pasta Experience Workshop\u003c\/a\u003e to design \u0026amp; make your own filament or subscribe to \u003ca title=\"Endless Pastabilities Filament Subscription\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/products\/endless-pastabilities\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEndless Pastabilities\u003c\/a\u003e for 3 unreleased filaments every 2 months. \u003cspan\u003eLoyal email subscribers get 10% off $99+. Not on our email list? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Newsletter subscribe\" href=\"http:\/\/3dp.li\/newsletter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubscribe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for product news, support \u0026amp; discounts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more about how to print HTPLA, consider our \u003ca title=\"getting started guide\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/pages\/getting-started-with-proto-pasta-plas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egetting started guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-yui_3_17_2_1_1417156388310_51937\" data-block-type=\"2\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_7_1419892303855_2942\" class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-yui_3_17_2_1_1417156388310_298376\" data-block-type=\"2\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-02772462f7d22eb6720f\" data-block-type=\"2\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_7_1419892303855_2978\" class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 50g Coil","offer_id":43268137091320,"sku":"RPLA170-CF","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 1kg Spool","offer_id":41964962218232,"sku":"RPLA1710-CF","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 6x1kg Case","offer_id":43454024745208,"sku":"RPLA1760-CF","price":174.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/products\/RPLA-CF_carbon-fiber-recycled-pla-3d-print.jpg?v=1635788235"},{"product_id":"carbon-fiber-petg","title":"Carbon Fiber PETG *new low price*","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*New low price*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e ~20% stronger + 90% stiffer than PETG w\/o fibers. High quality, US-made PETG just got more affordable! Compare to Atomic, Prusament, and Pantheon PETG Carbon Fiber, but with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex12-jan-2026-high-performance-pctg-composites\" title=\"PLA, PETG, and PCTG comparison\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProtopasta design intent + quality\u003c\/a\u003e. The value gets even better with free US shipping for orders $49+, 10% loyalty discount for orders $99+, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/pages\/bulk-discounts\" title=\"bulk discounts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebulk discounts\u003c\/a\u003e of 15-35% off starting at $249.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Carbon Fiber\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/collections\/carbon-fiber\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCarbon Fiber\u003c\/a\u003e PLA, Protopasta Carbon Fiber PETG is a performance value. It requires higher printing temperatures than Carbon Fiber PLA, but is still quite easy to print with bed temperatures from 70+ C and nozzle temps 235+ C. Higher nozzle temps improve layer adhesion, but risk overheating when printing too slow. We print up to 275 C, but 255 C is a good compromise. Start with a Generic PETG profile and adjust if\/as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLike other PETGs, material can stick to the nozzle. \u003cspan\u003eDrying may not resolve this completely. In this case, consider reducing the flow rate to less than 100% to reduce buildup. Further, you might add a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/forum.bambulab.com\/t\/wipe-nozzle-option-during-print\/15576\/16\" title=\"nozzle wipe at layer change gcode\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enozzle wipe at layer change with custom gcode\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePETG-CF is more flexible and ductile than Carbon Fiber PLA and HTPLA, but less stiff and strong. PETG-CF has a thermal performance in between PLA and heat treated HTPLA. Consider PCTG as a PETG alternative for improved durability and chemical resistance. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex12-jan-2026-high-performance-pctg-composites\" title=\"PLA, PETG, and PCTG comparison\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMore details in our blog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eProtopasta Carbon Fiber PETG includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new PETG, made in the USA for the highest quality result\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003equality ingredients plus in-house processing for curated chemistry\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprocessing from 235+ C @ 2 cu mm\/s volume rate, 70+ C bed\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eless rigid than PLA and HTPLA for more flex before break\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore heat resistance than PLA, but less than heat treated HTPLA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 50g Coil","offer_id":43268449894648,"sku":"PETG170-CF7","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 500g Spool","offer_id":42363926544632,"sku":"PETG1705-CF7","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 1kg Spool","offer_id":42364301607160,"sku":"PETG1710-CF7","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 3kg Spool","offer_id":42363926610168,"sku":"PETG1730-CF7","price":149.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/products\/htp2-cf_black-carbon-fiber-htpla-3d-print_ff3245a2-6ee4-4116-970d-7076d56ccd34.jpg?v=1659387230"},{"product_id":"recycled-carbon-fiber-petg","title":"Recycled Carbon Fiber PETG","description":"\u003cdiv data-block-type=\"2\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRecycled! Compare to Carbon Fiber PETG\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e“Since 2013, Protopasta has valued \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/press\/84648900-we-make-good-stuff\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003equality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/how-to\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ereliability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ecreativity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. We seek to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/editorial\/about-spools-waste-and-customer-experience\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ereduce waste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e in our production and build relationships in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/press\/proto-pasta-collaborates-with-trash-hackers-collective-turning-waste-into-keepsakes\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ecommunity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe’ve taken many steps over the years to ensure our commitment to these values. The next phase of this commitment is finally here: Recycled PLA! We’ve collected our high-quality waste stream and turned it into high-quality recycled filament. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRigid PETG with a low-gloss finish \u0026amp; defect-hiding texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom our \u003ca title=\"Carbon Fiber PETG\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/collections\/all\/products\/carbon-fiber-petg\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCarbon Fiber PETG\u003c\/a\u003e waste stream of short spools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll the benefits of \u003ca title=\"Carbon Fiber PETG\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/collections\/all\/products\/carbon-fiber-petg\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCarbon Fiber PETG\u003c\/a\u003e, but supply is limited\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully compounded to ensure consist color \u0026amp; performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eDesigned \u0026amp; produced by Protoplant exclusively for you\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003eSpecial note - \u003ca title=\"Micro Swiss wear-resistant nozzles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/collections\/accessories\/products\/plated-brass-wear-resistant-nozzles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewear resistant nozzle\u003c\/a\u003e recommended\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Recycled filaments are already marked down and not eligible for further discounts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-02772462f7d22eb6720f\" data-block-type=\"2\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_7_1419892303855_2978\" class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 50g Coil","offer_id":45299471155448,"sku":"RPET170-CF7","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 1kg Spool","offer_id":45299471188216,"sku":"RPET1710-CF7","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 6x1kg Case","offer_id":45299471220984,"sku":"RPET1760-CF7","price":174.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/products\/RPLA-CF_carbon-fiber-recycled-pla-3d-print.jpg?v=1635788235"},{"product_id":"stainless-steel-metal-composite-pla-gold-color","title":"Stainless Steel Metal Composite PLA - Gold color","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eReal metal 3D prints!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60wt% stainless steel powder in PLA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrints like PLA, but 2x the weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatte, cast metal look when printed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish w\/ \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Polish paper\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/products\/polishing-paper-set?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=polish\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epolishing paper\u003c\/a\u003e for shine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore about finishing in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/how-to\/polish-or-patina-for-a-real-metal-finish\" title=\"Metal finishing\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eour blog\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e400-series stainless is magnetic too\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear resistant nozzle suggested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Endless Exploration January 2025\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex6-january-2025-anodized-aluminum\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrom Jan 2025 Endless Exploration\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSA made Protopasta exclusive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Endless Exploration Filament Subscription\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/products\/endless-pastabilities\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubscribe to Endless Exploration\u003c\/a\u003e for new materials w\/ new function every 2 months. \u003ca title=\"Newsletter subscribe\" href=\"http:\/\/3dp.li\/newsletter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubscribe to our newsletter\u003c\/a\u003e for product news, support \u0026amp; 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Details \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"March 2025 blog\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex7-march-a-nylon-alternative\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ein our blog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 500g Spool","offer_id":46329110593784,"sku":"PKCF1705","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/files\/PKCF-filament.png?v=1743798440"},{"product_id":"glass-fiber-polyketone","title":"Glass Fiber Polyketone","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e*Limited Availability - only while supplies last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eExtra from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex7-march-a-nylon-alternative\" title=\"March 2025 blog\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMarch's Endless Exploration\u003c\/a\u003e with no plans to make more. Details \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex7-march-a-nylon-alternative\" title=\"March 2025 blog\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ein our blog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 500g Spool","offer_id":46337577779448,"sku":"PKGF1705","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/files\/PKGF-filament.png?v=1744052928"},{"product_id":"white-glass-fiber-htpla","title":"White Glass Fiber HTPLA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh performance + premium finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMade in the USA from high quality ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eLike Carbon Fiber HTPLA, Glass Fiber HTPLA\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehas a high-quality, textured finish that hides layer lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis low moisture absorbing with no drying required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis heat resistant up to 150 C when heat treated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehas less shrink and warp than HTPLA w\/o fibers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis abrasive so hard nozzles + gears recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eGlass Fiber HTPLA\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eenables high speed 3D printing up to 24 cu mm\/s at 240 C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis colorable - available in red, white, \u0026amp; blue + custom colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis somewhat ductile with more flex than Carbon Fiber HTPLA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshrinks about 1% x\/y when heat treated at 100 C (200 - 225 F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatured in \u003ca title=\"Endless Exploration July 2025\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex9-july-2025-made-in-the-usa-glass-fiber-htpla\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJuly 2025's Endless Exploration\u003c\/a\u003e. See blog for more details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Endless Exploration Filament Subscription\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/products\/endless-pastabilities\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubscribe to Endless Exploration\u003c\/a\u003e for new materials with new function every 2 months. \u003ca title=\"Newsletter subscribe\" href=\"http:\/\/3dp.li\/newsletter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubscribe to our newsletter\u003c\/a\u003e for product news, support \u0026amp; discounts!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 50g Coil","offer_id":46701562527992,"sku":"HTGF170-WHT","price":5.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 500g Spool","offer_id":46701562560760,"sku":"HTGF1705-WHT","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 1kg Spool","offer_id":46701562593528,"sku":"HTGF1710-WHT","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/files\/HTGF-WHT-icosa-3dprint.png?v=1772066259"},{"product_id":"red-glass-fiber-htpla","title":"Red Glass Fiber HTPLA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh performance + premium finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMade in the USA from high quality ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eLike Carbon Fiber HTPLA, Glass Fiber HTPLA\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehas a high-quality, textured finish that hides layer lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis low moisture absorbing with no drying required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis heat resistant up to 150 C when heat treated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehas less shrink and warp than HTPLA w\/o fibers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis abrasive so hard nozzles + gears recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eGlass Fiber HTPLA\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eenables high speed 3D printing up to 24 cu mm\/s at 240 C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis colorable - available in red, white, \u0026amp; blue + custom colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis somewhat ductile with more flex than Carbon Fiber HTPLA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshrinks about 1% x\/y when heat treated at 100 C (200 - 225 F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatured in \u003ca title=\"Endless Exploration July 2025\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex9-july-2025-made-in-the-usa-glass-fiber-htpla\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJuly 2025's Endless Exploration\u003c\/a\u003e. See blog for more details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Endless Exploration Filament Subscription\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/products\/endless-pastabilities\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubscribe to Endless Exploration\u003c\/a\u003e for new materials with new function every 2 months. \u003ca title=\"Newsletter subscribe\" href=\"http:\/\/3dp.li\/newsletter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubscribe to our newsletter\u003c\/a\u003e for product news, support \u0026amp; discounts!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 50g Coil","offer_id":46707366297848,"sku":"HTGF170-RED","price":5.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 500g Spool","offer_id":46707366330616,"sku":"HTGF1705-RED","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 1kg Spool","offer_id":46707366363384,"sku":"HTGF1710-RED","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/files\/HTGF-RED-icosa-3dprint.png?v=1755308683"},{"product_id":"blue-glass-fiber-htpla","title":"Blue Glass Fiber HTPLA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh performance + premium finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMade in the USA from high quality ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eLike Carbon Fiber HTPLA, Glass Fiber HTPLA\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehas a high-quality, textured finish that hides layer lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis low moisture absorbing with no drying required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis heat resistant up to 150 C when heat treated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehas less shrink and warp than HTPLA w\/o fibers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis abrasive so hard nozzles + gears recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eGlass Fiber HTPLA\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eenables high speed 3D printing up to 24 cu mm\/s at 240 C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis colorable - available in red, white, \u0026amp; blue + custom colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis somewhat ductile with more flex than Carbon Fiber HTPLA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshrinks about 1% x\/y when heat treated at 100 C (200 - 225 F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatured in \u003ca title=\"Endless Exploration July 2025\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex9-july-2025-made-in-the-usa-glass-fiber-htpla\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJuly 2025's Endless Exploration\u003c\/a\u003e. See blog for more details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Endless Exploration Filament Subscription\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/products\/endless-pastabilities\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubscribe to Endless Exploration\u003c\/a\u003e for new materials with new function every 2 months. \u003ca title=\"Newsletter subscribe\" href=\"http:\/\/3dp.li\/newsletter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubscribe to our newsletter\u003c\/a\u003e for product news, support \u0026amp; discounts!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 50g Coil","offer_id":46707379306744,"sku":"HTGF170-BLU","price":5.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 500g Spool","offer_id":46707379339512,"sku":"HTGF1705-BLU","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 1kg Spool","offer_id":46707379372280,"sku":"HTGF1710-BLU","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/files\/HTGF-BLU-icosa-3dprint.png?v=1755308997"},{"product_id":"high-density-iron-filled-metal-composite-htpla","title":"High Density Iron-filled HTPLA","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"text-align-center\"\u003eMore metal + heat resistance!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-align-center\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1425414714451_54838\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Density Iron HTPLA Filament\u003c\/strong\u003e has 60wt% iron for 3D prints with 2x the magnetic force and 3x the temperature resistance (when heat treated) compared to Protopasta's original \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/products\/magnetic-iron-pla\" title=\"Iron PLA\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIron PLA\u003c\/a\u003e with 45wt% iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-align-center\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/files\/Screenshot_2025-09-08_145725.png?v=1757368697\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtopasta Iron HTPLA is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ferromagnetism\" title=\"Ferromagnetism definition - wikipedia\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eferromagnetic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. It responds to magnets and behaves similarly to pure iron! Encapsulated in plastic, the iron maintains a stable matte, cast-metal finish as printed, but can be rusted when desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatured in September 2025's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/products\/endless-exploration-filament-subscription\" title=\"Endless Exploration\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEndless Exploration\u003c\/a\u003e Subscription Delivery. More about the contents in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex10-september-2025-high-density-metal-htpla\" title=\"Endless Exploration EX10 blog\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eour EX10 blog\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also visit our blog for more about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/how-to\/polish-or-patina-for-a-real-metal-finish\" title=\"Metal finishing\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emetal finishing\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/search?q=heat+treating\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\" title=\"Heat treating\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eheat treating\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\" id=\"block-02772462f7d22eb6720f\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_7_1419892303855_2978\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 100g Coil","offer_id":46933811462392,"sku":"HTPC1701-HFE","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 1kg Spool","offer_id":46933811527928,"sku":"HTPC1710-HFE","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/products\/fep_magnetic-iron-pla-3d-print.jpg?v=1596507935"},{"product_id":"high-density-steel-filled-htpla","title":"High Density Stainless Steel-filled HTPLA","description":"\u003cdiv data-block-type=\"2\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"text-align-center\"\u003eMost magnetic + heat resistant!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-align-center\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1425414714451_54838\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Density Stainless Steel HTPLA Filament\u003c\/strong\u003e has 70wt% 400-series stainless steel for the most magnetic HTPLA 3D prints and 3x the temperature resistance (when heat treated) compared to PLA-based metal filaments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-align-center\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/files\/Screenshot_2025-09-08_145725.png?v=1757368697\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtopasta Stainless Steel HTPLA is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ferromagnetism\" title=\"Ferromagnetism definition - wikipedia\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eferromagnetic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Yes, 400-series stainless steel is magnetic! Encapsulated in plastic, the steel powder creates a matte, cast-metal finish as printed, but can be brushed, sanded, or polished for a real metal finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatured in September 2025's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/products\/endless-exploration-filament-subscription\" title=\"Endless Exploration\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEndless Exploration\u003c\/a\u003e Subscription Delivery. More about the contents in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex10-september-2025-high-density-metal-htpla\" title=\"Endless Exploration EX10 blog\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eour EX10 blog\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also visit our blog for more about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/how-to\/polish-or-patina-for-a-real-metal-finish\" title=\"Metal finishing\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emetal finishing\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/search?q=heat+treating\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\" title=\"Heat treating\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eheat treating\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-02772462f7d22eb6720f\" data-block-type=\"2\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_7_1419892303855_2978\" class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-02772462f7d22eb6720f\" data-block-type=\"2\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_7_1419892303855_2978\" class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 100g Coil","offer_id":46946235908344,"sku":"HTPC1701-HSS","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 1kg Spool","offer_id":46946235973880,"sku":"HTPC1710-HSS","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/products\/ssp_stainless-steel-pla-filament-3d-print.jpg?v=1596508185"},{"product_id":"black-high-strength-carbon-fiber-pctg","title":"Black High Strength Carbon Fiber PCTG","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~45% stronger + 250% stiffer than PCTG w\/o fibers.\u003c\/strong\u003e High quality, US-made PCTG just got higher performance! The stiffest, strongest material of it's type that we've tested (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex12-jan-2026-high-performance-pctg-composites\" title=\"PLA, PETG, and PCTG comparison\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esee our comparison\u003c\/a\u003e)!!! The value gets even better with free US shipping for orders $49+, 10% loyalty discount for orders $99+, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/pages\/bulk-discounts\" title=\"bulk discounts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebulk discounts\u003c\/a\u003e of 15-35% off starting at $249.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Carbon Fiber\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/collections\/carbon-fiber\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCarbon Fiber\u003c\/a\u003e PLA, Protopasta Carbon Fiber PCTG is a performance value. It requires higher printing temperatures than Carbon Fiber PLA, but is still quite easy to print with bed temperatures from 70+ C and nozzle temps 255+ C. Higher nozzle temps improve layer adhesion, but risk overheating when printing too slow. We print up to 275 C, but 255 C is a good compromise. Start with a Generic PETG or PCTG profile and adjust if\/as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLike other PCTGs and PETGs, material can stick to the nozzle. \u003cspan\u003eDrying may not resolve this completely. In this case, consider reducing the flow rate to less than 100% to reduce buildup. Further, you might add a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/forum.bambulab.com\/t\/wipe-nozzle-option-during-print\/15576\/16\" title=\"nozzle wipe at layer change gcode\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enozzle wipe at layer change with custom gcode\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBlack High Strength Carbon Fiber PCTG is stronger and more ductile than Carbon Fiber PLA and HTPLA, but less stiff. It also has a thermal performance in between PLA and heat treated HTPLA. Consider PCTG as a PETG alternative for improved durability, UV, and chemical resistance. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex12-jan-2026-high-performance-pctg-composites\" title=\"PLA, PETG, and PCTG comparison\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMore details in our blog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eProtopasta Carbon Fiber PCTG includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new PCTG, made in the USA for the highest quality result\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003equality ingredients plus in-house processing for curated chemistry\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprocessing from 255+ C @ 2 cu mm\/s volume rate, 80+ C bed\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore flex before break than PETG, can work for living hinges\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore heat resistance than PLA, but less than heat treated HTPLA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 50g Coil","offer_id":48017869996280,"sku":"PGCF170-HSB","price":5.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 500g Spool","offer_id":48017870029048,"sku":"PGCF1705-HSB","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 1kg Spool","offer_id":50083195879672,"sku":"PGCF1710-HSB","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/files\/htp2-cf_black-carbon-fiber-htpla-3d-print_860x_723c4941-69d4-4fec-abfb-0479f17c23dd.jpg?v=1772066287"},{"product_id":"gray-high-impact-carbon-fiber-pctg","title":"Gray High Impact Carbon Fiber PCTG","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~20% stronger + 115% stiffer than PCTG w\/o fibers. \u003c\/strong\u003eProtopasta High Impact Carbon Fiber is flexible than Protopasta High Strength Carbon Fiber PCTG. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex12-jan-2026-high-performance-pctg-composites\" title=\"PLA, PETG, and PCTG comparison\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSee our comparison\u003c\/a\u003e. Already a great value, made better with free US shipping for orders $49+, 10% loyalty discount for orders $99+, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/pages\/bulk-discounts\" title=\"bulk discounts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebulk discounts\u003c\/a\u003e of 15-35% off starting at $249.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Carbon Fiber\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/collections\/carbon-fiber\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCarbon Fiber\u003c\/a\u003e PLA, Protopasta Carbon Fiber PCTG is a performance value. It requires higher printing temperatures than Carbon Fiber PLA, but is still quite easy to print with bed temperatures from 70+ C and nozzle temps 255+ C. Higher nozzle temps improve layer adhesion, but risk overheating when printing too slow. We print up to 275 C, but 255 C is a good compromise. Start with a Generic PETG or PCTG profile and adjust if\/as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLike other PCTGs and PETGs, material can stick to the nozzle. \u003cspan\u003eDrying may not resolve this completely. In this case, consider reducing the flow rate to less than 100% to reduce buildup. Further, you might add a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/forum.bambulab.com\/t\/wipe-nozzle-option-during-print\/15576\/16\" title=\"nozzle wipe at layer change gcode\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enozzle wipe at layer change with custom gcode\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBlack High Strength Carbon Fiber PCTG is stronger and more ductile than Carbon Fiber PLA and HTPLA, but less stiff. It also has a thermal performance in between PLA and heat treated HTPLA. Consider PCTG as a PETG alternative for improved durability, UV, and chemical resistance. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex12-jan-2026-high-performance-pctg-composites\" title=\"PLA, PETG, and PCTG comparison\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMore details in our blog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eProtopasta Carbon Fiber PCTG includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new PCTG, made in the USA for the highest quality result\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003equality ingredients plus in-house processing for curated chemistry\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprocessing from 255+ C @ 2 cu mm\/s volume rate, 80+ C bed\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore flex before break than PETG, can work for living hinges\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore heat resistance than PLA, but less than heat treated HTPLA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 50g Coil","offer_id":48019621904632,"sku":"PGCF170-HIG","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 500g Spool","offer_id":48019621937400,"sku":"PGCF1705-HIG","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 1kg Spool","offer_id":50083197681912,"sku":"PGCF1710-HIG","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/files\/htmf-gry_gray-matte-fiber-htpla-3d-print.jpg?v=1772064726"},{"product_id":"white-glass-fiber-pctg","title":"White Glass Fiber PCTG","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStiff like PLA, durable like PCTG. ~75% stiffer than PCTG w\/o fibers. Premium layer-hiding texture + low gloss.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"custom colors\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/pages\/custom-orders\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e for custom colors!\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAlready a great value, made better with free US shipping for orders $49+, 10% loyalty discount for orders $99+, and \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"bulk discounts\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/pages\/bulk-discounts\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebulk discounts\u003c\/a\u003e of 15-35% off starting at $249.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.proto-pasta.com\/collections\/carbon-fiber\" title=\"Carbon Fiber\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCarbon Fiber\u003c\/a\u003e PLA, Protopasta Carbon Fiber PCTG is a performance value. It requires higher printing temperatures than Carbon Fiber PLA, but is still quite easy to print with bed temperatures from 70+ C and nozzle temps 255+ C. Higher nozzle temps improve layer adhesion, but risk overheating when printing too slow. We print up to 275 C, but 255 C is a good compromise. Start with a Generic PETG or PCTG profile and adjust if\/as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLike other PCTGs and PETGs, material can stick to the nozzle. \u003cspan\u003eDrying may not resolve this completely. In this case, consider reducing the flow rate to less than 100% to reduce buildup. Further, you might add a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"nozzle wipe at layer change gcode\" href=\"https:\/\/forum.bambulab.com\/t\/wipe-nozzle-option-during-print\/15576\/16\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enozzle wipe at layer change with custom gcode\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBlack High Strength Carbon Fiber PCTG is stronger and more ductile than Carbon Fiber PLA and HTPLA, but less stiff. It also has a thermal performance in between PLA and heat treated HTPLA. Consider PCTG as a PETG alternative for improved durability, UV, and chemical resistance. \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"PLA, PETG, and PCTG comparison\" href=\"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/blogs\/stories\/endless-exploration-ex12-jan-2026-high-performance-pctg-composites\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMore details in our blog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eProtopasta Carbon Fiber PCTG includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new PCTG, made in the USA for the highest quality result\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003equality ingredients plus in-house processing for curated chemistry\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprocessing from 255+ C @ 2 cu mm\/s volume rate, 80+ C bed\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore flex before break than PETG, can work for living hinges\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore heat resistance than PLA, but less than heat treated HTPLA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","offers":[{"title":"1.75mm \/ 50g Coil","offer_id":48019623313656,"sku":"PGGF170-WHT","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 500g Spool","offer_id":48019623346424,"sku":"PGGF1705-WHT","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75mm \/ 1kg Spool","offer_id":50083200237816,"sku":"PGGF1710-WHT","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/9095\/files\/HTGF-WHT-icosa-3dprint.png?v=1772066259"}],"url":"https:\/\/proto-pasta.com\/collections\/hard-abrasive.oembed?page=2","provider":"Protoplant, makers of Protopasta","version":"1.0","type":"link"}