3D printing materials
Thermoplastic polyurethane 3D printing service
3D printing with thermoplastic polyurethane material is a cost efficient option for flexible yet sturdy parts. Read more about it below.
SLS Thermoplastic Polyurethane
You can order your parts in thermoplastic polyurethane from our SLS processes. TPU is a flexible material that can be bent and has a shore hardness of 86A.
Description
| General Information | SLS TPU is a great material for products that need to be flexible or bendable. If you need a part like a tube that is chemically resistant, highly tolerant to low temperatures, and can be dyed to many colors, TPU is the material for you. It is especially beneficial for medical purposes like arm, wrist, or neck braces. |
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Characteristics
| Price | $ $ $ $ $ |
| Lead Time | +/- 10 business days |
| Wall Thickness | 1 mm |
| Tolerance |
(X,Y): +\- 0.3mm or 100mm +\- 0.3% (Z): +\- 0.4mm or 100mm +\- 0.4% |
| Max part size | (HP MJF 4210 and 5210): 380mm x 280mm x 380mm |
| Layer height | 120 μm |
Available materials
SLS Thermoplastic Polyurethane
We offer 3D printing with our SLS TPU material. You can select this option when uploading your files in our instant quote page. With flexible, affordable, and eco-friendly properties, this material is a great option for your project. These parts are great for many types of projects, from medical to automotive applications.
FAQ’s
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How do I locate my tracking number after my order has been marked completed?
You will receive a separate email from JawsTec with your tracking number as soon as your order is shipped. You can also view your tracking number in your account by clicking on your order number and scrolling all the way down.
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What wall thickness should my parts have?
We recommend your wall thickness be at or above 1 mm. Any wall thickness under 1mm we do not guarantee print quality.
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How long does it take for my order to ship?
Depending on the type of material you choose, we strive for a 4-5 business day turnaround time.
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What type of printers do you use?
We print using the MJF 4200/5210 machines from HP, along with the EOS P396/P770 and XYZ 230 machines.
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What resolution are your prints?
Our layer thickness is 80 microns in MJF and 120 microns in SLS.
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How accurate are your internal thread inserts?
For internal threads, we would recommend having threaded inserts installed on your parts.
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What is the shore hardness of your TPU?
Shore hardness for our TPU is 86A.
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