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All about Flexible filaments

3D Printing Help Centre

3D PRINTING HELP CENTRE

In the 123-3D help centre, we answer all your questions about 3D software and printer settings, problems you may experience during or after 3D printing and other 3D-related topics.

What is flexible filament?

Flexible filament is the collective name used for the filament types TPE and TPU. 3D prints of these filament types are soft and rubbery, but at the same time very strong, making the application possibilities endless. It is available in different colours, hardwearing and is widely used in industrial, medical and commercial sectors.   


Characteristics by flexible filament type

Although both filament types are very similar and are characterized by their resilience and durability, there are also a number of differences that we have highlighted for you in the table below.
 
       
TPE TPU
Heat resistant
Resistant to low temperatures
Water-resistant
Resistant to oil, grease and chemicals
Elasticity
Virtually odourless
User friendly
Print temperature 210°C – 235°C  230°C – 250°C
Print speed 30 – 40 mm/s 20 – 30 mm/s
Hardness (shore) 85 A 95 A
  

More about flexible filament

Would you like to know more about the individual properties and applications of flexible filament? Then view our detailed pages about TPE and TPU filament.