Brass Fill
ColorFabb
195–220
°C
Print Temp
25–60
°C
Bed Temp
50
°C
Max Service
Overview
PLA carrier filled with genuine brass powder (70-80% by weight). Produces heavy, metallic prints that can be polished and finished like real brass. The printed weight is noticeably heavier than standard PLA.
Properties
Difficulty
advanced
Flexibility
rigid
Layer Adhesion
fair
Enclosure
no
Heated Bed
no
Dry Storage
recommended
Pros
- Genuine brass feel and weight
- Polishes to bright metallic finish
- Tumble-finishable
- Can be chemically patinated
- Stunning final appearance
- Files, drills, and sands like soft metal
Cons
- Extremely abrasive — hardened nozzle required
- Very slow print speeds needed
- High cost per kg
- Not structural — PLA carrier
- Difficult to bridge
- Clogs easily
Best For
- Artistic pieces|Functional-looking props|Trophy replicas|Jewelry display items|Steampunk props
Avoid For
- Structural parts|Standard brass nozzles|Speed printing
Storage
Keep dry. Metal fillers can oxidize if stored wet. Use hardened steel nozzle 0.4mm minimum, preferably 0.6mm.
Brands
ColorFabb BrassFillProto-pasta Polishable BrassFillamentum Brass