Glow-in-the-Dark PLA Filament

Brand: Yiqiu3D · Most glow filaments fade to nothing within an hour

  • this phosphorescent PLA absorbs light fast and glows bright in the dark
  • Glow pigment usually ruins surface quality
  • this filament balances phosphor loading with smooth extrusion at 220°C
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Diameter 1.75mm
Material PLA
Quick Answer

How does glow-in-the-dark PLA work?

Phosphorescent pigment absorbs light energy and releases it slowly as a glow; after charging under light for several minutes, printed parts emit a visible green-blue luminescence for hours in darkness.

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Is it right for my project?

Best for: Designed for night-visible items - safety markers, signage, toy parts and novelty decor that glow after dark - available in 2 colours; lead colour PLA Glow Green. Not ideal for: Not for high-strength mechanical parts; use a CF or nylon grade where load matters - available in 2 colours; lead colour PLA Glow Green.

Print settings

Nozzle 220°C

01 · Why this one

Product highlights

4 reasons

this phosphorescent PLA absorbs light fast and glows bright in the dark, so nightlights, signs and toys keep their magic through the night.

Glow pigment usually ruins surface quality

this filament balances phosphor loading with smooth extrusion at 220°C, keeping printed details crisp under daylight too.

Uneven glow powder clogs nozzles

Technical Data

Specifications

Diameter 1.75mm
Material PLA

Print Profile

Glow-in-the-Dark PLA Filament prints best at 220°C nozzle.

Nozzle Temp220°C

Spool Specification

Spool details for your feeding and handling setup.

Gross Weight1.3 kg
Spool Size (L×W×H)21 × 21 × 7 cm
Pack FormatPiece
Spool TypeRound Spool

Attributes

Country / Regionchina
HS Code39169050
Item No.glow-dark-pla-filament-fdm-3d-printers-phosphorescent-night
Diameter 1.75mm
Appearance Round Spool
Before You Ask

Frequently Asked Questions

How does glow-in-the-dark PLA work?
Phosphorescent pigment absorbs light energy and releases it slowly as a glow; after charging under light for several minutes, printed parts emit a visible green-blue luminescence for hours in darkness.
Is it compatible with my printer?
Yes — standard FDM PLA for Bambu Lab, Creality Ender, Prusa, Anycubic and similar machines printing at 220°C.
What settings should I use?
Print at 220°C with standard PLA settings; avoid excessive temperature, which can degrade the glow pigment, and use moderate speeds for clean details.
How many pieces can I print?
A spool makes many medium glow pieces — nightlights, keychains, signs and toys; yield depends on part size and infill.
What color does it glow?
The standard glow is a bright green-blue tone; through our custom color service, you can request custom glow shades and intensity matched to your target.
How fast can I print it?
Use moderate PLA speeds; steady extrusion preserves both detail and glow pigment distribution.
What should I print with glow PLA?
Glow products — nightlights, signage, safety markers, keychains and novelty items; for structural parts, choose our PETG or ABS.
How should I store it?
Keep spools vacuum-sealed with desiccant and away from direct light until use; dry storage protects both the polymer and the glow performance.

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