What is PLA? PLA (polylactide) is thermoplastic polyester made from renewable resources like as cornstarch and sugarcane. Ecological properties ✅ Biodegradable material ✅ Ecofriendly ⚠️ For complete biodegradation specific conditions of industrial composting is needed (it's not suitable for home composting). Features and benefites ✅ Easy to print - beginner friendly ✅ High accuracy of printing and details ✅ Affordable Disadvantages ⚠️ Low thermal resistance - it may soften at temperatures above 50°C ⚠️ Not suitable for mechanically stressed parts Recommended uses ✅ Decorative items ✅ Prototypes and models ✅ Toys and design elements PLA is great choice for everyone, who is beginnig with 3D printing or looking for material, whitch is good for estetic and detailed prints without requariment for high resistance. ​