Bambu Lab PLA-CF vs Proto-pasta HTPLA
From the Proto-pasta HTPLA review: Both are stiff, good-looking PLAs. PLA-CF is cheaper and easier to buy; HTPLA can be heat treated for genuinely higher service temperature.
| Spec | Bambu Lab PLA-CF | Proto-pasta HTPLA |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Material | PLA | PLA |
| Manufacturer | Bambu Lab | Proto-pasta |
| Diameter | 1.75 mm | 1.75 mm |
| Thermal | ||
| Print temp | 210 to 240°C | 205 to 240°C |
| Bed temp | 45 to 65°C | 40 to 60°C |
| Warping | none | low |
| Quality | ||
| Layer adhesion | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Bed adhesion | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Stringing resistance | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Verdict | ||
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Price / kg | — | — |
How they differ on the data
Bambu Lab PLA-CF runs 2°C hotter on the nozzle (window midpoints 225°C and 223°C), and the two windows share 30°C of range, so one profile can cover both. Proto-pasta HTPLA lists the wider window (35°C against 30°C). Bambu Lab PLA-CF runs 5°C hotter on the bed (window midpoints 55°C and 50°C), and the two windows share 15°C of range, so one profile can cover both.
Bambu Lab PLA-CF ships on a 1 kg spool and Proto-pasta HTPLA on 0.5 kg, so compare price per kilogram rather than per spool.
Which one for the job
Pick Bambu Lab PLA-CF for drone parts.
Pick Proto-pasta HTPLA for display models.