PolyTerra PLA from Polymaker is a PLA-based 3D printing filament designed with a focus on being environmentally friendly. It's made to deliver high printing quality and speed while being easy to use and reliable. It's made with a material from Polymaker called Fully Bio Compound (FBC), which is a compound of PLA bioplastic and a bio-composite. Polymaker offers it as a cost effective and eco-friendly solution. Polymaker also emphasizes that PolyTerra PLA can easily be removed.

PolyTerra PLA filament is compatible with most of the printers available on the market. Examples include the Ultimaker, Flashforge, Snapmaker, LulzBot, Raise3D, Flsun, Artillery, Anycubic, Creality, and more. For best printing results, it's recommended to print PolyTerra PLA in temperatures between 374 to 446°F.

PolyTerra PLA can be printed at a wide range of speeds. Polymaker recommends speeds between 30 and 70mm/s, but they have successfully tested it on some printers at speeds up to 140mm/s.

If your printer has a direct-drive extruder, the recommended retraction distance is 1mm and the retraction speed is 20mm/s. If your printer has a Bowden extruder, the recommended retraction distance is 3mm and the retraction speed is 40mm/s.

PolyTerra PLA degrades under the specific conditions of industrial composting, namely, at certain temperatures and humidity with the presence of micro-organisms. The degrade rate will depend on the size and thickness of the printed part.

Due to Polymaker's heat treatment of the filament, PolyTerra PLA can withstand temperatures of 212°F. However, the printed PolyTerra PLA parts can only withstand temperatures up to 140°F because the crystallinity of the filament changes during the printing process.To glue PolyTerra PLA parts together, common glues used for PLA parts can be used. Polymaker suggests cyanoacrylate glue (superglue) as generally the best choice.

Is PolyTerra PLA food safe? Compliant with RoHS directives 2011/65/EU and (EU) 2015/863, and REACH regulation, PolyTerra PLA does not contain toxic or harmful substances. However, the printed PolyTerra PLA parts might have micro-cracks and holes which are invisible to the naked eye even though the prints look smooth. Bacteria are prone to grow in these micro-cracks and holes, so it is not recommended to use the printed parts in food contact applications.

For more information, please check out the below print settings and other properties, which are based on the use of a 0.4mm nozzle and the Simplify 3D v.3.1 printer.

PLA Bioplastic & Biocomposite Compound    Compatible with Most 3D Printers    374 to 446°F Print Temperatures    30 to 70 mm/s Print Speed    Direct-Drive Retraction: 1mm / 20mm/s    Bowden Retraction: 3mm / 40mm/s    Heat Treated    Smooth Surface Finish    Recycled Cardboard Packaging and Spool

374 to 446°F

30 to 70mm/s

77 to 140°F

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Q: 1. Will this pack still be considered carry on? I know Explore 35 v2 is, so could this be as well?

A: While you will want to double check with the airline you are flying with, the standard carry-on size is 22 x 14 x 9". At 20.9 x 11.8 x 7.9" the Shimoda Designs Action X40 V2 Starter Kit (Black, 40L) is within standard carry-on limits.

Q: 2. 1510sc or 1560sc which 1 will fit a 16inch MacBook Pro?

A: The 1560SC Protector Studio Case will fit 15"-17" laptop computers

Q: 3. Shimoda lists the weight of the x40 as 4.6 lb but here it is 2.7 lb. Can you confirm the actual weight?

A: The Shimoda Designs Action X40 V2 Starter Kit (Army Green, 40L) is 6lb / 2.7kg.

Q: 4. Will the large Peak Design camera cube (v1 or v2) fit in this bag?

A: Yes, the Peak Design Travel Camera Cube (Large) will fit into the Shimoda Designs Action X50 V2 Backpack (Black, 50L). The V2 is snug.

Q: 5. How is this with air travel - especially international carry on?

A: The Shimoda Designs Action X50 V2 Backpack will be great for international carry on. The dimensions of the Shimoda Designs Action X50 V2 Backpack are 22 x 11.8 x 7.9" / 55.9 x 30 x 20.1 cm so please check the specific airline's carry on baggage size.

Q: 6. can the computer lid be removed or changed

A: Both lid pouches attach to the backing with velcro. The backing is screwed onto the lid.

Q: 7. Can I fit a Sony 600mm f4 lens in the Shimoda Action X40 v2 bag?

A: The Shimoda Designs Action X40 V2 Backpack (Yellow, 40L) will not fit the Sony 600mm f4 lens because the largest optional core they make is too small for an 18 inch long lens.

Q: 8. Can you fit a smaller Mirrorless camera insert in the bag instead of the larger dslr insert for longer treks?

A: Yes, the Shimoda Designs Action X50 V2 Starter Kit (Black, 50L) can use smaller inserts.

Q: 9. The weight of the Action x 40 is listed as 4.6 lb on the Shimoda website, but 2.7 lb here. I think the Shimoda site is wrong?

A: The Shimoda Designs Action X40 V2 Starter Kit (Army Green, 40L) is, 6lb / 2.7kg.

Q: 10. ordered and received Pelican 1510, do I order the small organizers? Screws were included.

A: If you are looking to purchase the internal dividers and lid organizer items separately, the Pelican 1515 Padded Divider Set - for Pelican 1510 Series Cases, B&H # PEDS1510, and the Pelican 1519 Photographer's Lid Organizer for Pelican 1510 Case, B&H # PELO1510, would be the correct items for your needs.