TPU
Thermoplastic Poly-Urethane
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Its a flexible polymer. Its used in products like wrist bands and phone cases or other flexible shapes like custom ink stamps and parts where high wear is present.
Specifications
Printing/nozzle temperature: 210°C – 230°C
Print bed temperature: 30°C – 60°C (but not needed)
Benefits
Flexible, rubber-like material that is great for elastic end-use products
Durable with good impact resistance
Can include interlocking features in the design
Shrinkage/warping is minimal
Limitations
Printers may need prior modification
Requires tight filament path and slow print speed
