ANTINSKY PLA vs. PETG — What’s the Difference and How to Choose?
Choosing the right filament is half the battle in 3D printing. Today we’ll compare two star
materials—ANTINSKY PLA and ANTINSKY PETG—so you can pick the perfect spool for your next project.
🌱 PLA: The Beginner-Friendly, Eco Option
• What it is: Polylactic acid made from corn starch or sugarcane.
• Print temp: 190–220 °C—easy on most FDM printers.
• Pros: Biodegradable, low odor, minimal warping, great for first prints.
• Cons: Softens above ~55 °C, lower impact strength.
• Best for: Prototypes, classroom models, decorative pieces, eco-conscious makers.
💪 PETG: The Rugged, Functional Workhorse
• What it is: Glycol-modified PET (think tough water bottles).
• Print temp: 220–250 °C—needs a heated bed and good cooling.
• Pros: High strength, excellent layer adhesion, chemical & temperature resistance,
crystal-clear option.
• Cons: Stringing if settings aren’t dialed in, slightly higher cost.
• Best for: Mechanical parts, load-bearing brackets, food-contact items, transparent housings.
🛒 How to Choose—Quick Match-Up
| Need | Go With |
| First-time printing | PLA: forgiving, beautiful surface finish. |
| Functional/strong parts | PETG: won’t snap or deform under stress. |
| Eco-friendly priority | PLA: 100 % bio-based & compostable. |
| Clear or glossy look | PETG: near-glass transparency. |
| Tight budget | PLA: more meters per dollar. |
Pro Shopping Tips for ANTINSKY Filament
1. Color code: PLA spools use green labels, PETG spools use blue.
2. Feel test: PLA feels rigid; PETG has slight flexibility.
3. Ask support: Tell ANTINSKY’s team your printer model and project—
they’ll point you to the optimal diameter and color.
Bottom line
Use ANTINSKY PLA for easy, green, creative prints; grab ANTINSKY PETG when you need
parts that can take a beating.
Match filament to function and your print success rate will skyrocket.
