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Q&A Is PLA suitable for outdoor gear use in the sun?

I have a 3d printer, and right now I am only using PLA which has a relatively low melting temperature (hot car in the sun or dishwasher would be enough to warp it). I am interested in printing some...

1 answer  ·  posted 3y ago by Charlie Brumbaugh‭  ·  last activity 3y ago by Mark‭

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#1: Initial revision by user avatar Charlie Brumbaugh‭ · 2020-10-09T01:28:53Z (over 3 years ago)
Is PLA suitable for outdoor gear use in the sun?
I have a 3d printer, and right now I am only using PLA which has a relatively low melting temperature (hot car in the sun or dishwasher would be enough to warp it).

I am interested in printing some gear parts like trekking pole baskets or contoured maps or scope covers, **is PLA going to warp from just being in the sun on a hot summer day?**
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