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TPU BCN3D Filaments
Flexible / Wear resistant / Tough
In the Epsilon Open Filament Network, you’ll find several TPU filament brands certified and compatible with the Epsilon 3D printer, provided by leading filament manufacturers.
Overview
TPU (Thermoplastic polyurethane) is an elastomeric copolymer, made up of alternating soft and hard blocks, which give hardness and flexibility at the same time. This material is ideal for those applications where flexibility and durability are highly desired.
TPU is a resistant material for several industrial applications, both mechanical or chemical. Moreover, it’s been especially designed to improve the 3D printing experience.
Compatibility: Find out the BCN3D printers and filaments compatibility
Applications
- Industrial seals, gaskets, sleeves or hinges
- Soft-touch multi-material models or handles
- Flexible-joined multi-material models
- Protective cases Shoe soles, non-slip surfaces
- Springs, seals and shock absorbers
- Wheels and rollers
Properties
- Great flexibility, rubbery behaviour
- High resistance to abrasion, wear and tear
- Great resistance to oils and chemicals
- Excellent impact resistance
- Maximum elongation of 450%
- Withstand operating temperatures up to 60°C
Datasheets:
Download safety and technical data sheetsWebinar
Use support materials to expand your 3D printing horizons
Our hosts and 3D printing specialists Álvaro and Jess give us the lowdown on all the different benefits that arise from using support materials, and all the different ways in which they can be implemented.
Success stories
The BCN3D Epsilon W27 helps Agri.Builders’ Pherodrones fly high
As an alternative to pesticides, Agri.Builders has developed drone attachments to transport rings that release hormones to prevent damage to almond trees. The partnering of their BCN3D Epsilon W27 with their Smart Cabinet ensured a smooth-running of their printing process and presented them with an array of materials to choose from.
White paper
Your Extensive Guide to the Properties of 3D Printing FFF Filaments
This white paper dives deep into physico-mechanical properties and impact, heat and water resistances, by evaluating the performance of every material in the BCN3D portfolio.
Article
How to stretch the flexibility of your parts even further
This article is an exploration of the various ways in which we can generate more flexible geometries through the possibilities offered by the Stratos software. We delve into choosing which parameters to modify, how to modify them, and the effects of these changes.
Webinar
Materials for 3D printing & In-depth on fibre-filled
Which is the strongest 3D printing material? And… is stronger always better? In this webinar, Materials Engineer Dario Destro will walk you through the different 3D printing filament types currently available in the market and their properties, with a special emphasis on fiber-filled materials.
Success stories
Zoles company manufactures custom 3D printed insoles drastically reducing costs and shrinking lead times
Zoles manufactures customized insoles around Europe using BCN3D printers, speeding up all the process and being able to save up to 80% of the total production costs with each pair. Based in Denmark, Zoles gives to their users an experience of increased comfort and performance when walking and running. The focus resides on producing customized footwear and shoe insoles. Thanks to 3D printing they are now able to fulfill all their clients requirements.
Technical information
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Flexible with good wear resistance ideal for shock absorption
TPU is a thermoplastic elastomer, able to be extended up to 4.5 times its original size before breaking. Its exceptional elongation at break and strength make this material superior to most filaments.
How to print
Gallery
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Roof upholstery protection tool
This tool is anchored to the upper pillar of the car when inserting the car floor carpet. The part protects the roof upholstery from any breakage caused by the insertion of the carpet. Without this tool, subsequent damage to the upholstery subsequently would entail a recovery job with many hours of rework would be required.
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Windshield centring gauge fixture
This part functions as a gauge to ensure the correct distance between the A-pillar of the car and the windshield. Conveniently, the securing of the distance one side automatically secures the other.
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Good corrosion and wear resistance
For Hyperloop CHF's subsonic train, the wheels are made from TPU for its strength, wear resistance, and ability to withstand high temperatures.
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Product design prototype
While other rovers contain metal conveyor belts, the Clearwater team was looking for something more lightweight. In total, ¾ of the rover is 3D printed: the hulls in ABS for its toughness against sea conditions; ABS for the springs and bridge; TPU for the flexible, rubbery bristles; and PLA for some more rigid parts.
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Flexible prototype validation
TPU makes manufacturing soft and functional prototypes possible to validate the comfort and the flexibility of the product.
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Flexible prototype validation
TPU makes manufacturing soft and functional prototypes possible to validate the comfort and the flexibility of the product.
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Good corrosion and wear resistance
Its high oil and wear resistance and outstanding elongation at break make TPU ideal for testing functional and flexible prototypes.
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Flexible end-use application
TPU is ideal for pipe connections or rigid systems as it absorbs vibrations, expansions and contractions to protect the components from the efforts derived from the operation of the equipment.
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Flexible end-use application
TPU is ideal for pipe connections or rigid systems as it absorbs vibrations, expansions and contractions to protect the components from the efforts derived from the operation of the equipment.
