Discover Canadian 1.75 mm, 1 kg HTPLA filament — a revolutionary material that combines the easy printability of PLA with thermal and mechanical resistance worthy of engineering materials. Designed and manufactured in Canada, it offers exceptional stability for functional parts, advanced prototypes, and tooling that must retain their shape under heat and load.
Why choose HTPLA?
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High heat resistance — can withstand temperatures up to 85 °C, and even more after an annealing treatment.
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Increased strength and rigidity — better mechanical stability than standard PLA.
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Easy printing — behaves like PLA on most FDM/FFF printers without an enclosure or specialized equipment.
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Local manufacturing — reliable quality and fast availability, directly in Canada.
Annealing process
HTPLA printed parts can be heat treated to reveal their full potential. Annealing increases crystallinity, improving heat resistance and dimensional stability.
Preheat the oven or a hot water bath to 80–100 °C.
Place the printed part on a flat surface (or in water for more even heating). Anneal for 20–30 minutes. Allow to cool gradually to room temperature before handling.
Ideal for
Functional prototype requiring enhanced heat resistance.
Final parts exposed to heat, friction, or sunlight. Jigs, fixtures, and tooling used in workshops or industrial settings. Educational and research applications exploring high-performance materials.
Usage and care tips
Print with moderate retraction and low cooling for better layer adhesion.
If parts warp during annealing, hold them in place with sand or salt to preserve their shape. Store the filament in a dry place; PLA-based filaments can absorb moisture over time.
Summary: when your project requires more than standard PLA, choose our Canadian HTPLA. It combines the ease of printing of PLA with the toughness and heat resistance of an engineering material, delivering durable and reliable parts and tooling for demanding real-world applications.
