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Hotend
PLA Glowing Essence
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Glow in the Dark PLA
Light it up. Watch it glow.
Bring your prints to life after dark. Hotend's Glow in the Dark PLA charges under any light source and releases a vivid glow for hours once the lights go out — perfect for keychains, cosplay props, home décor, and night-time novelty prints. Built on the same reliable, easy-printing PLA base you already know, with zero compromise on detail or layer adhesion.
Why you'll love it:
- Absorbs light quickly and glows brightly for hours in the dark
- Rechargeable indefinitely — just expose it to light again
- Same smooth, beginner-friendly printing as standard PLA
- Crisp detail retention, ideal for intricate or small-scale prints
Recommended Print Settings
| Setting | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Nozzle Temp | 200–215°C |
| Bed Temp | 55–60°C |
| Print Speed | 40–60 mm/s |
| Cooling Fan | 100% after first layer |
| Bed Adhesion | Glue stick or PEI sheet recommended |
| Retraction | Standard PLA settings |
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 1.75mm (±0.02mm) |
| Spool Weight | 1kg net |
| Material Base | PLA with photoluminescent additive |
| Glow Duration | Several hours (varies by charge time/light source) |
Delivery & shipping
Free same-day delivery in Raglan, Huntly, Morrinsville, Cambridge, Te Awamutu and the area between them. Available for orders over $150 placed before 3:00 PM on business days. Free Hamilton delivery: no minimum order.
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