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Young's Modulus of PLA

The young's modulus of PLA is approximately 3.5 GPa. Stiffness under tension — the key input for structural FEA.

Young's Modulus of PLA

3.5 GPa

Ranked #42 of 53 materials by young's modulus

Compared to nearby materials

Plywood	9 GPa
Ice (0°C)	9 GPa
PEEK	3.6 GPa
PLA	3.5 GPa
Epoxy Resin	3.5 GPa
PMMA (Acrylic)	3.2 GPa
Nylon 6	2.7 GPa

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