Rev1 PLA Triple Silk Glossy Silk That Shifts Through Three Colors. As Easy to Print as PLA.

Rev1 PLA Triple Silk is a high-gloss silk PLA whose shiny surface shifts smoothly through three colors across a single print — a rainbow-like tri-tone transition that changes as the model rises and as you move around it. It’s even more eye-catching than dual silk, yet it loads and prints just like regular PLA: low temps, no enclosure, and a standard 0.4 mm brass nozzle. Made for showpieces — the shimmer does the talking.

Why makers reach for Triple Silk

Where PLA Silk gives you one glossy color and Dual Silk shifts between two, Triple Silk shifts between three — the most eye-catching color-transition filament we stock. It prints as easily as standard PLA, so you get statement-piece results without the fuss of engineering materials.

• Three-color silk shift — the print’s color changes as it rises and as you turn it
• High-gloss silk sheen — more dramatic than single or dual silk
• As easy to print as PLA — low temps, no enclosure, standard 0.4 mm brass nozzle
• 10 tri-tone colors — made for decorative and display prints

Rev1 PLA Triple Silk is a decorative material — the glossy tri-tone shift is the whole point, so it’s tuned for looks rather than loads. Be honest about its limits: like all silk PLA it’s a bit more brittle and lower in strength than standard PLA, and it softens at low temperatures (~55°C). It’s the right pick for vases, showpieces, and display models — not for functional, outdoor, or high-heat parts. For those, step up to PETG or ABS from the Rev1 catalog.

Key property summary

• Tensile strength: ~40–50 MPa (typical silk PLA range — lower than standard PLA)
• Flexural modulus: ~3.0–3.3 GPa — stiff, but for display not load-bearing use
• Elongation at break: ~2–5% — slightly more brittle than standard PLA
• Glass transition: ~55°C — softens in hot cars or near motors, like all PLA
• Density: ~1.24 g/cm³ — lighter than PETG or ABS

Values are representative of silk PLA grades and should be treated as best-guess reference figures. Contact Rev1 for OEM-specific TDS.

Rev1 PLA Triple Silk comes in 10 glossy tri-tone colors, and every one shifts smoothly through three shades across the print. In-stock combinations ship fast same-day from our Michigan warehouse. Made-to-order colors are produced on a 1–3 week lead time at no premium over the in-stock price. Reserve your color today and receive a tracking number when it ships. Color names below are our best-guess descriptors and may be refined.

The 10 tri-tone colors (best-guess names)

• Green / Silver / Copper — cool metallic shift into warm copper
• Purple / Blue / Gold — jewel-tone silk into a golden highlight
• Purple / Yellow / Blue — high-contrast three-way transition
• Red / Green / Blue and Red / Blue / Green II — two full-spectrum RGB shifts
• Red / Green / Gold — warm festive shift with a gold finish
• Red / Green / Purple and Red / Green / Purple II — two rich multi-tone blends
• Red / Yellow / Blue and Red / Yellow / Green — bright primary-led transitions

Every color prints at the same temperature and with the same settings. Select your color in the configurator above to see real-time availability and add to cart or place a made-to-order request.

Rev1 PLA Triple Silk prints just like regular PLA — one of the most forgiving filaments you can load. If you have a working PLA profile, use it as-is: low temps, no enclosure, and a standard 0.4 mm brass nozzle (it’s not abrasive, so no hardened nozzle needed). Any generic PLA preset in your slicer is a reliable starting point.

Recommended print settings

Nozzle temperature

210–230°C

Bed temperature

50–60°C

Enclosure

Not required

Print speed

40–80 mm/s

Layer height

0.1–0.3 mm

Cooling fan

80–100%

To show off the full color-shift, print tall models with smooth, flat, continuous surfaces — vases and single-wall showpieces are ideal because the silk transitions across the whole height. Keep cooling high for a glossy finish, and don’t over-dry the filament: excessive drying can dull the silk sheen.

Because Triple Silk prints at low PLA temperatures with no warp, it is fully compatible with any desktop FDM printer that accepts 1.75 mm filament — no enclosure, no all-metal hot end, no hardened nozzle. A standard 0.4 mm brass nozzle is all you need, since silk PLA is not abrasive.

Verified compatible printer families

• Bambu Lab (A-series, P-series, X-series) — use Generic PLA / Silk PLA profile
• Creality (Ender, CR, K-series)
• Prusa (MK-series, MINI)
• Ultimaker / Makerbot
• Raise3D, Dremel, Qidi Tech
• Any open-format FDM printer accepting 1.75 mm

Rev1 can provide slicer profiles for your printer on request. Call (248) 707-2950 or use the contact form below.

Rev1 PLA Triple Silk excels wherever the tri-color shimmer can show off — vases, showpieces, display models, cosplay, ornaments, gifts, and art. Anything decorative or presentational where the shifting three-tone gloss steals the show. It’s not the pick for functional, outdoor, or high-heat parts; reach for PETG or ABS there.

Common use cases

• Spiral vases and single-wall showpieces
• Display models and statement pieces
• Trade-show and presentation models
• Ornaments, gifts, and decorative art
• Cosplay props, helmets, and figurines
• Decorative desk items and accents
• Decorative architectural and scale models

Like all PLA, Triple Silk is hygroscopic and will absorb moisture from the air, leading to stringing, bubbling, and reduced surface quality. Rev1 PLA Triple Silk ships vacuum-sealed with a desiccant pack. After opening, reseal with desiccant or store in an airtight container — but don’t over-dry it, since excessive drying can dull the glossy silk sheen.

Storage & drying guide

• Storage: Sealed bag or airtight container with desiccant
• Ideal humidity: below 20% RH
• Shelf life (sealed): 12–24 months
• Drying (if wet): 45–55°C for 4–6 hours — only if needed; avoid over-drying so the silk gloss stays bright
• Signs of moisture: popping/crackling sounds during print, rough surface, blobs

Rev1 stocks filament dryers and vacuum-seal accessories. Ask about a bundle at checkout or call (248) 707-2950.

All three are glossy silk PLA that print as easily as standard PLA and are made for decorative, not structural, prints. The difference is drama: PLA Silk gives one shiny color, Dual Silk shifts between two, and Triple Silk shifts between three — the most eye-catching multi-color shimmer of the family.