Purple· Bambu Lab PLA Galaxy
Galaxy
AMS compatible
Very easy
Beginner-friendly. Prints reliably at default settings on almost any printer.
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Bambu Lab PLA Galaxy Purple Summary
This filament is beginner-friendly to print. Worth watching: it can be low on heat resistance.
Print characteristics
Layer adhesion GoodBed adhesion ModerateBridging & overhang ExcellentSpeed sensitivity ModerateWarping LowShrinkage 0.2-0.6 %Stringing LowOozing LowOdor Mild
Strengths
- Solid strength for everyday parts
- Stiff and rigid, resists flexing
- Stays flat, very little warping
- Prints clean with minimal stringing
- Food-safe potential with the right setup
Things to watch
- Softens in heat, not for hot cars or near heat sources
- Degrades in sunlight, not ideal for long-term outdoor use
- Can be brittle, may crack under sharp impact
- Wears down under friction, not for high-wear parts
Drying
This material is fairly forgiving about moisture. When it needs drying, run it at 40-50 °C for 4-6 h.
Compatibility
Compatible
Not Required
Max
190–230 °C
35–45 °C
Color
A solid Purple filament. It reads as a purple, close to dark slate blue.
Finish
This filament has embedded glitter that catches the light.
Finishing
SandablePaintableVapor-smoothableMachinableGlue-friendly
Common uses
🎨 Art & Cosplay
Display modelsFigurines & statues
🏡 Home
Drawer organizersPlanters
🎲 Gaming
Board game insertsMiniatures
Specialties
GalaxyDark base (black, deep blue, dark purple) with extremely fine, dense sparkles. Creates a starry-night effect. Specks are tiny and numerous, not individually prominent.
Spool Specs
1.24 g/cm³
±0.03 mm
1.75 mm
1000 g
335 m
Filament Print & Drying settings
| Nozzle temp | 190–230 °C |
|---|---|
| Bed temp | 35–45 °C |
| Print speed | < 250 mm/s |
| Flow ratio | 1 |
| Drying | 40-50 °C for 4-6 h |
| Moisture sensitivity | Low |
| Enclosure | Not Required |
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