Filament Details
Performance ratings are intended as a general comparison guide. Refer to the Technical Data Sheet (TDS) for detailed specifications and certified values.
BASF Forward AM Ultrafuse PLA PRO1 1.75mm Filament (750g) is a professional-grade tough PLA filament designed for high-speed printing while delivering exceptional mechanical performance. It combines the easy printability of PLA with enhanced toughness, strength, and dimensional stability, with mechanical properties that can exceed printed ABS parts. Optimized for speed, surface quality, and consistency, PLA PRO1 is ideal for demanding prototypes and functional applications.
Applications
- Functional prototypes
- Jigs and fixtures
- Engineering models
- Manufacturing aids
- Mechanical components
- Product development prototypes
- Replacement parts
- Low-volume production parts
- Educational engineering projects
- High-speed prototype iterations
- Durable end-use components
Notes
Shop3D Notes:
It allows for super-fast printing at 150mm/s. We've tested this and it is possible and even quite reliable on the Ultimaker. It outperforms ABS in many ISO tests for strength yet feels familiar. (like ABS, Pro1 is much tougher than PLA).
This is exciting because it prints far better and easier than ABS as well. So there is virtually no reason at all to choose ABS when Pro1 is available. The operating temperature range is fairly wide so even if your settings are off by 10-15 degrees you will still achieve consistent prints. Another great thing about pro1 is the adhesion to a clean heated glass bed is extremely strong. There is no additional adhesion needed to run this material, and in some cases it may stick TOO well. This a stark contrast to ABS which continuously wants to lift off the plate.
Lastly, due to the temperature range being quite wide and the performance being consistent, the colour of the filament doesn't affect the overall print as much as other filament colours tend to do. What you get in silver will be just as good in white (this is a rare thing in filaments).
Pro1 is an extremely versatile filament, capable of producing parts either fast, strong, or with great surface quality. You can achieve all of these with one filament, so businesses and enthusiasts can optimize their workflows, save on cost, and simplify their filament solutions by standardizing on Pro1.
We've tested pro1 extensively and HIGHLY recommend it. It is no doubt the next generation in printing filaments as it improves so much of the traditional materials with almost no tradeoffs.
