Anycubic PLA Basic Refill: Ecofriendly & Intelligent 3D Printing

Anycubic PLA Basic Refill combines eco-friendly materials with intelligent 3D printing features to create a more sustainable and user-friendly experience. The filament is designed to reduce waste and streamline the printing process, especially when paired with compatible Anycubic printers.

Anycubic PLA Basic Refill delivers smooth, reliable 3D printing with vibrant colors and high strength—ideal for hobbyists and professionals alike.

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Product Features

● Ecofriendly & Budget-friendly
● Precise Extrusion & Bubble-Free
● Vibrant Colors
● Minimal Assembly
● Boosting Efficiency with Intelligent Identification

Key Features and Topics

Eco-Friendly Design: The core of this product is its focus on sustainability. The filament is made from plant-based, biodegradable materials and is sold as a refill, which is used with a reusable spool. This design significantly reduces plastic waste from single-use spools.
“Smart” Printing with Intelligent Identification: The filament includes an Intelligent Identification chip 칩 that, when paired with compatible printers like the Anycubic ACE Pro, allows for automatic detection of the filament type, color, and remaining quantity. This feature eliminates the need for manual parameter settings, helping to prevent printing errors and boost overall efficiency.
Precision and Quality: The filament is manufactured with a tight diameter tolerance of 1.75mm ±0.02mm, ensuring a consistent feed and preventing common issues such as nozzle clogging or under-extrusion. It’s designed to be bubble-free, offering strong layer adhesion and a smooth surface finish.
Wide Compatibility: While the “smart” features are specific to certain Anycubic printers, the PLA Basic Refill is widely compatible with most FDM 3D printers on the market.
Recommended Print Settings: For optimal results, Anycubic provides a set of recommended settings.
- Printing Temperature: 190-230℃
- Heated Bed Temperature: 55-56℃
- Printing Speed: 50-200 mm/s
- Nozzle Size: Recommended 0.4 mm or above.

Ways to Obtain Anycubic Filament Spools

1. Purchase Anycubic’s reusable spools.
2. Reuse your previous spools.
3. Print your own spool from Makeronline.

Stronger Adhesion

The special surface treatment on the cool plate offers PLA filaments extremely strong adhesion at just 45°C. Effectively decreases the possibilities of warping and bottom layer separation when printing smaller parts and large-scale models.

Intelligent & Efficient

The Intelligent Identification chips are integrated with the Anycubic PLA filaments, enabling automatic identification of printing information for seamless workflows.

*Intelligent Identification function requires an internet connection and must be used with Anycubic Intelligent Identification-compatible filaments.

Variant Color

A vast selection of colors opens up more possibilities for creativity and your next project.

Intelligent 3D printing features

When used with a compatible Anycubic printer like the ACE Pro, the PLA Basic Refill enables several “intelligent” features.

Automatic material identification: The filament is embedded with a chip that enables compatible printers to detect the filament type and color automatically. This feature eliminates the need for manual setup and simplifies the workflow.
Streamlined printing: The automatic identification optimizes the printer’s settings for the best results, making the process more efficient.
Broad compatibility: The filament is also compatible with other 1.75mm FDM 3D printers that lack the intelligent identification feature.

Filament Installation

Anycubic PLA Basic Refill: Pros and Cons

Pros

Eco-Friendly: The spool-less refill system with a reusable spool significantly reduces plastic waste, making it a sustainable choice.
Intelligent Automation: The integrated RFID chip automatically identifies the filament type, color, and remaining quantity on compatible Anycubic printers, simplifying the setup process.
High Quality and Consistency: Features a tight diameter tolerance of 1.75mm ±0.02mm and a bubble-free structure, ensuring reliable extrusion and consistent print quality.
Cost-Effective: The refill model can be more budget-friendly in the long run, as users only need to buy the filament without the added cost of a new spool each time.
Beginner-Friendly: Known for its ease of printing, low warping, and minimal odor, making it a great option for new users.

Cons

Requires Reusable Spool: Users must purchase a specific reusable spool from Anycubic or a compatible one from another brand, which can be an initial inconvenience.
Limited “Smart” Compatibility: The full benefits of the intelligent chip are only available on select Anycubic printer models (e.g., Kobra 3 series, ACE Pro). It functions as a standard, high-quality PLA on other printers.
Manual Drying Required: Like most PLA filaments, it is susceptible to moisture absorption and requires pre-drying for optimal results, a common but extra step.
Potential for Tangling: Without a spool, the filament refill could be more prone to tangling if not handled and mounted carefully on the reusable spool.
Less Durable than PLA+: As a basic PLA, it may be more brittle and have lower mechanical strength compared to upgraded filaments like PLA+, making it less suitable for functional parts.

User Application Scenarios

Pre-printing Preparation

Dry Out Before Use	Recommended	Drying Condition	45-50℃, (6-8 h)
ACE Pro Compatibility	Compatible	Nozzle Size	Recommended 0.2 mm or above

Recommended Settings

Printing Temperature	190-230℃	Heated Bed Temperature	55-56℃
Printing Speed	50-200 mm/s	Cooling Time	8 s
Maximum Volume Speed(Flow Rate)	12mm³/s

Material Performance – Physical Properties

Density	1.24 g/cm³	Melt Flow Index g/10min	4-10 g/10 min (190 ℃/2.16 kg)
Melting Point Temperature	166℃	Vicat Softening Temperature	55℃
Heat Deflection Temperature	54℃

Material Performance – Mechanical Properties

Tensile Modulus	2534±85 Mpa	Tensile Strength	48±5 MPa
Tensile Strength (Z)	26±1 MPa	Elongation at Break	8±1%
Bending Modulus	3360±100 MPa	Bending Strength	90±3 MPa
Impact Strength (X-Y)	22±1 KJ/m²

Color Type

FAQs

What are the recommended printing settings for using Anycubic PLA Basic Refill?

For optimal results, it’s recommended to pre-dry the filament at 45℃–50℃ for 6–8 hours. During printing, use a temperature range of 190℃–230℃ with a heated bed set between 55℃–65℃. A printing speed of 50–200 mm/s, and a maximum volume speed of 12 mm³/s are advised to achieve high-quality prints while maintaining material integrity.

If I buy 3KG of filament, will I receive a single 3KG roll?

No. All our filaments are packaged in 1KG rolls. For example, if you purchase 3KG, you will receive three separate 1KG rolls rather than one 3KG roll. The same rule applies to other quantities as well.

Can I still use Anycubic PLA if my printer does not support intelligent identification?

Absolutely. Anycubic PLA is compatible with all 1.75mm filament-supported printers, even if they lack intelligent identification chip functionality.

Does the Intelligent Identification feature require additional setup or operation?

No extra setup is needed. Supported printers automatically read the filament information, providing a seamless and convenient user experience.

Is PLA Basic Refill compatible with spools of other brands?

PLA Basic Refill is compatible with most brands of spools on the market (such as Bambu Lab, SUNLU, eSUN, etc.).