3D Printing · SLS

TPU

As a strong, wear-resistant and elastic material, SLS TPU opens up new application opportunities. Thanks to its wide processing window and the complete recyclability of the powder cake, it is a natural choice for series production. Elastic parts made of this material have both high strength and high wear resistance, and are widely used in many fields such as footwear, sports equipment, pipes, seals, and prosthetics.

High Strength

Wear Resistance

Toughness

Weather Resistance

Flexibility

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Lead Time

6~8 days

Tolerance

± 1.8% (minimum of ± 1.5mm)

Min. Order

1

Reference Unit Price Range

0.59 - 1.30

Advantages

  • High Strength
  • Flexibility

Disadvantages

  • Limited heat resistance
  • Very limited performance
  • Moisture sensitivity
  • Dimensional control should be reviewed
  • Low rigidity

Performance Snapshot

Material Characteristics at a Glance

Relative performance profile across key engineering parameters. Values are contextual — not absolute stress ratings.

Flexibility

Excellent

Score de référence : 5/5

High Strength

Excellent

Score de référence : 5/5

Wear Resistance

Excellent

Score de référence : 5/5

Toughness

Excellent

Score de référence : 5/5

Weather Resistance

Élevé

Score de référence : 4/5

Lightweight

Élevé

Score de référence : 4/5

Surface Quality

Moyen

Score de référence : 3/5

Cost Efficient

Faible

Score de référence : 2/5

Corrosion Resistance

Faible

Score de référence : 2/5

Surface Finish Options

Surface Finish Options

Available finish options for TPU.

As Printed
Inclus

As Printed

Color

White

Surface

Ra 10-20 μm (as printed)

Accuracy

± 1.8% (minimum of ± 1.5mm)

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Disponible

Dyeing

Color result

Black dye finish

Best for

Ajouter une finition noire uniforme aux pièces en TPU lorsque les pièces plastiques destinées à l'utilisation finale nécessitent une couleur cohérente.

Note

Confirmez la pénétration du colorant, la cohérence de la couleur et le changement dimensionnel sur TPU avant la production.

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Disponible

Painting

Finish options

Glossy and matte paint finishes available

Best for

Ajouter une couleur personnalisée et une couche de peinture protectrice aux pièces en TPU pour les pièces plastiques destinées à l'utilisation finale.

Note

Validez l'adhésion de la peinture, les limites de masquage et la couverture du revêtement sur TPU avant la production, en particulier autour des interfaces, des bords et des détails fins.

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Disponible

Vapor Smoothing

Surface result

Chemically smoothed surfaces with reduced layer lines

Best for

Réduire les lignes de couche visibles sur les pièces en TPU utilisées pour les pièces plastiques destinées à l'utilisation finale et les prototypes critiques en apparence.

Note

Confirmez la compatibilité du matériau, la rétention des caractéristiques et l'impact dimensionnel sur TPU avant le lissage par vapeur.

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Disponible

Sand Blasting

Surface result

Uniform matte texture

Best for

Créer une texture mate uniforme sur les pièces en TPU utilisées pour les pièces plastiques destinées à l'utilisation finale et les prototypes d'exposition ou fonctionnels.

Note

Confirmez le masquage et la rétention des caractéristiques sur TPU ; le sablage abrasif peut modifier la texture et adoucir les détails fins.

Industries & Applications

Where TPU Delivers

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Industrial Manufacturing

  • End-use plastic parts
  • Functional prototype testing
  • Assembly testing
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Equipment

  • End-use plastic parts
  • Functional prototype testing
  • Assembly testing
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Automotive

  • Prototype and fit-check components
  • Interior and non-safety-critical parts
  • Custom fixtures and production aids
  • Low-volume validation builds
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Consumer Electronics

  • Product enclosure prototypes
  • Fit-check and assembly models
  • Custom test fixtures
  • Low-volume concept validation builds
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Entertainment & Collectibles

  • Display and concept models
  • Collectible and figurine prototypes
  • Prop and costume-fit components
  • Low-volume creative production parts
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Robotics

  • Prototype end-effectors and brackets
  • Custom assembly and test fixtures
  • Low-volume functional validation builds
  • Integration and fit-check components
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Industrial Automation

  • End-use plastic parts
  • Functional prototype testing
  • Assembly testing

Technical Specifications

Design Guidelines

Material Properties

Density
1.2 g/cm³
Water Absorption
0.5~1.2%
Hardness
Shore A 88
Tensile Strength
X: 20 Z: 15 MPa
Flexural Modulus
27 MPa

Process & Dimensional Specs

Maximum Part Size
380 × 380 × 420 mm
Default Layer Height
0.15 mm
Surface Roughness
Ra 10-20 μm
Dimensional Tolerance
± 1.8% (minimum of ± 1.5mm)

Ready to Order?

Upload your 3D file and receive a quote for TPU parts. Typical turnaround is 6~8 days from order confirmation.

Every order includes: Dimensional inspection report · NDA-ready file handling · Pre-shipment QC photography · DDP door-to-door logistics · Engineering review on request

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