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Flexible FDM

TPU

Thermoplastic Polyurethane

Need your part to bounce, bend, and absorb shock? Say hello to TPU, the bouncy, ultra-flexible gymnast of the filament world! TPU is a magical, rubber-like material that can stretch incredibly far without breaking. From custom gaskets and drone bumpers to flexible phone cases, TPU gets the bouncy jobs done. Ready to flex your manufacturing capabilities? Bounce into action with TPU today!

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Print Temp

210°C - 230°C

Bed Temp

40°C - 60°C

Difficulty

High

Strengths

  • Extremely flexible
  • High impact resistance
  • Excellent abrasion resistance
  • Good resistance to oils and greases

Weaknesses

  • Difficult to print fast
  • Prone to stringing
  • Requires a direct-drive extruder for best results
  • Poor bridging capabilities

Common Uses

Phone Cases
Gaskets and Seals
Tires for RC Cars
Vibration Dampeners

Ready to print with TPU?

Our industrial-grade printers are tuned perfectly for TPU. Start your custom manufacturing project with us today and bring your ideas into reality.