TPU Filament Technical Data Sheet
TPU Filament Technical Data Sheet
TPU
TPU is a specifically formulated flexible filament for easy & high speed printing on both direct and Bowden
style 3D printers. TPU features an exceptionally high heat resistance (138°C) and can be stretched as far
as 450% before reaching its breaking point. TPU does not require the use of a heated bed and can even
be printed straight onto (clean) glass. TPU is the flexible filament for (semi)professional users who do not
want to compromise and require a high mechanical flexible filament that prints easily. TPU is an extremely
usable flex-filament with a wide variety of different applications such as orthopedic insoles, prosthetics,
vibration dampers and much more.
Features:
• Strong & flexible
• Printable at speeds of >75mm/s
• Exceptionally high softening point of 138°C
• 450% elongation at break
• Resistance to oils, greases & microorganisms
• Easily print watertight objects
Colours:
Check the website for available colours.
Filaments specifications
Size Ø Tolerance Roundness
1.75mm ± 0.05mm ≥ 95%
Material properties
Description Testmethod Typical value
Specific gravity ISO 1183 1,16 g/cc
Tensile strength at yield ISO 527 1/2 50 Mpa
Elongation at break ISO 527 1/2 450%
Tensile modulus (E-Modules) ISO 527 150 MPa
Impact strength - charpy method 23˚C ISO 179 NB
Shore A hardness ISO 7619-1 98A
Printing temperature dddrop 230 - 255°C
Melting temperature - 220°C ± 10°C
Glass transition (Tg) DSC -16°C
Vicat softening temperature ASTM D 1525 138 °C
Additional info:
Storage: Cool and dry (15-25˚C) and away from UV light. This enhances the shelf life significantly.
We recommend the use of a soft spring with TPU filament.