OzFDM PLA-LW is our lightweight PLA, engineered to produce noticeably lighter parts than standard PLA. That makes it a natural fit for RC aircraft, gliders, cosplay armour and any project where shaving off grams matters more than raw stiffness.

Weight is often the single biggest factor in how well an RC airframe flies or how comfortable a large cosplay piece is to wear for a full day, and PLA-LW is built specifically to address that without forcing you to hollow out every part or switch to a completely different, harder-to-print material. It also suits large display props and costume components where bulk and mass need to stay low but the part still needs to hold its printed shape.

Available in Black and White, it handles like familiar PLA while helping you build large, low-mass models, so there's no steep learning curve to get the weight savings. Pair it with the right printer profile to get the most from its lightweight properties, and consider adjusting infill and wall settings specifically for this filament, since the weight reduction is closely tied to how the material's internal structure behaves as it cools compared with standard PLA.

Collect your spool on-site with local pickup from OzFDM.

1.75 mm PLA-LW Filament - 1 KG