PLA Full Spectrum Filament Bundle (RFID) - 4kg

The PLA Full Spectrum Filament Bundle is a four-filament set specially designed for the Full Spectrum feature on the Snapmaker U1, with Snapmaker Orca providing the slicing and print settings.

Instead of being limited to the colors of the loaded filaments, Full Spectrum uses different filament colors across printed layers. Light passing through the thin layers creates a visual color-blending effect, allowing four filaments to produce a broader range of perceived colors.

Full Spectrum color mixing uses the optical properties of the filaments and layered printing to create blended colors.
For example:
• Cyan + Yellow ≈ Deep Green
• Magenta + Yellow ≈ Brick Red
• Cyan + Magenta ≈ Muted Purple
• Any Color + Gray ≈ Darker, More Muted Tone
Each blended color described above is based on two colors, with each color accounting for approximately 50% of the printed layers. Adjusting the layer ratio between the two colors can produce different blended colors and tones.

These blended colors are created by alternating different filament colors across printed layers. The final appearance depends on factors such as filament colors, Transmission Distance (TD), layer height, model geometry, and slicing settings.

The four filaments can be combined in different proportions and layer sequences to create a much broader visual palette than the four loaded colors alone.
However, Full Spectrum cannot reproduce every possible color and is not designed for high-accuracy color reproduction or professional color matching.
Layered color mixing also cannot produce pure white or pure black. Any white or black areas shown in Full Spectrum print examples are printed using other filaments, such as SnapSpeed PLA, rather than being produced through color mixing.
In general, mixing two to three filaments produces cleaner and more controllable colors. Mixing four filaments may produce darker or grayer tones and is therefore less suitable when you want bright or highly saturated colors.

Full Spectrum color mixing works better on three-dimensional models and is not recommended for flat models or 2D-style artwork.
The layered optical mixing effect is less effective when there is insufficient model thickness or volume. Small, fragmented, or highly detailed models may also produce less noticeable color-mixing effects.

Not necessarily. The software preview is intended to show color trends and help you fine-tune your settings. The final printed color may differ because of filament properties and actual printing conditions.
Factors that can affect the final color include:
• Filament color and Transmission Distance (TD)
• Mixing ratio
• Layer height
• Model geometry
• Toolpaths
• Printing parameters
• Printing conditions
For important prints, we recommend printing a small color swatch with your current settings first to verify that the resulting blended colors meet your expectations before printing the final model.

Update Snapmaker Orca to V2.3.6 or later and select the built-in Snapmaker PLA Full Spectrum filament profile.

Snapmaker Orca provides four Full Spectrum color-mixing modes:
• Ratio Mode: Adjust filament proportions to explore different blended colors.
• Cycle Mode: Define the filament sequence for each print layer to create different mixing effects.
• Match Mode: Enter a target color to get a recommended filament combination and mixing ratio.
• Gradient Mode: Create gradual color transitions using selected filament colors.

Choose the mode based on the desired effect:
• Use Ratio Mode to fine-tune a blended color.
• Use Cycle Mode to control the filament sequence across layers.
• Use Match Mode to explore a color based on a target color.
• Use Gradient Mode to create smooth color transitions.

For optimal printing results and color-mixing effects, we recommend the following settings:
• Nozzle Temperature: 190–230°C
• Bed Temperature: 25–65°C
• Print Speed: Up to 200 mm/s
• Cooling Fan: On
• Drying Before Printing (if needed): 55°C for 6 hours
• Recommended Layer Height: 0.1 mm or lower
The recommended settings are based on a 0.4 mm nozzle. Printing conditions may vary depending on the nozzle diameter, model geometry, and other printing conditions.

For the best color-mixing effect, use a 0.4 mm or smaller nozzle and a layer height of 0.1 mm or lower. Snapmaker Orca V2.3.6 provides a dedicated 0.1 mm layer-height process profile for Full Spectrum printing, which is recommended for achieving the best results.

Subtle horizontal stripes or zebra-like patterns can naturally occur with Full Spectrum color mixing. Their visibility depends on factors such as layer height, nozzle size, and mixing ratio. When the mixing ratio between two colors differs significantly, the stripes may be more noticeable. For example, a 90% yellow + 10% cyan mix may show more visible stripes, while a 50% yellow + 50% cyan mix can produce a more uniform appearance with minimal visible layer lines.
For better color-mixing results:
• Use a 0.4 mm or smaller nozzle.
• Use a layer height of 0.1 mm or lower.
• Use the built-in Snapmaker PLA Full Spectrum profile.
• Fine-tune the mixing settings based on a small test print to confirm that the resulting blended colors and appearance meet your expectations.

No special accessories are required for the basic Full Spectrum workflow on the Snapmaker U1.
For the best results, use the recommended Snapmaker Orca profile and printing parameters.

The four filaments are carefully selected and fine-tuned for Full Spectrum color mixing, including their colors and TD values. This optimized combination is designed to:
• Produce a wider range of blended colors compared with using randomly selected filament colors.
• Reduce the visibility of horizontal stripes and create smoother, more natural-looking color transitions.
The bundle provides a consistent set of optimized colors, so you can achieve more predictable and visually pleasing mixing results without having to select and fine-tune individual filaments yourself.
For requests for individual spools or specific colors, please contact our Customer Service team at info@snapmaker.com. We welcome feedback on additional color options and individual-spool availability and will consider your preferences for future product offerings.

They can reduce the need to purchase many individual colors for creative color-mixing applications.
Instead of storing a large number of spools for occasional color use, one four-filament bundle can be combined in different ways to create a broader range of visual colors.
However, the bundle does not replace every individual filament color, especially when you need a specific solid color or precise color reproduction.

The bundle contains four 1 kg spools of filament. The filament diameter is 1.75 mm, with a diameter tolerance of ±0.02 mm.

1. Full Spectrum is designed to explore richer color variations, not for high-accuracy color reproduction.
2. The software preview shows color trends and should not be treated as a guarantee of the final printed color.
3. For important prints, print a small color swatch first and adjust the settings based on the actual result.
4. Color mixing works best on models with sufficient volume or surface area.
5. Two- to three-filament mixing generally provides cleaner and more controllable colors, while four-filament mixing may produce darker or grayer tones.
6. RFID recognition is available only on the Snapmaker U1.