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