# Prusa Research starts selling small-batch Prusament pellets for FGF printing and labs

> **Key takeaway:** Prusa Research now sells pre-dried polymer pellets in 4-14 kg packages, targeting large-format FGF 3D printing and small-scale polymer research.

**Published:** 2026-10-13T14:00:59+00:00 
**Source:** Prusa Research Blog 
**Category:** open-hardware 
**Canonical URL:** https://fosswire.org/news/prusa-research-starts-selling-small-batch-prusament-pellets-.html 

## Summary
Prusa Research has begun offering Prusament pellets in small quantities, addressing a supply gap where raw polymers are typically sold by the ton. The pre-dried pellets come in 5L canisters or bags, available in PLA, PETG, ASA, and PC Blend natural colors. This targets two markets: large-format FGF (Fused Granular Fabrication) printing, which uses pellet extruders for faster, cheaper output than filament-based methods, and research labs or educators needing small batches for material experiments or desktop filament extrusion.

## Materials, pricing, and use cases
- **Four materials** at launch: PLA Natural, PETG Natural, ASA Natural, PC Blend Natural
- **Two package sizes**: 5L canisters (smaller) and aluminum-plastic bags (larger)
- **Pre-dried** upon arrival and sealed to maintain low moisture; ready to use immediately
- **Same pellets** used in Prusament filament manufacturing
- **FGF printing**: pellet extruders deposit several kg/hour, bypassing filament production cost
- **Research use**: natural uncolored base polymer can be mixed with custom masterbatches for testing additives (carbon nanotubes, glass fibers, UV stabilizers, colorants)
- **Pricing examples**: PLA 4kg at 39.99 EUR / 44.99 USD; PC Blend 12kg at 179.99 EUR / 199.99 USD (VAT/import duties included)

## Why it matters
Small-batch pellet availability lowers barriers for open hardware FGF printer projects and university labs, which previously faced minimum orders of hundreds of kilograms. The pre-drying step removes a common preparation hurdle for moisture-sensitive polymers like PETG, ASA, and PC Blend.