TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane)
TPU is a flexible filament perfect for creating rubber-like parts. It's excellent for gaskets, phone cases, and wearable items.
Quick Settings Reference
Extruder temperature range
Heated bed temperature
Recommended speed
Skill level required
Ventilation
High Temperature
Skin Contact
Fume Level
Material Properties
Common Applications
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Important Considerations & Expert Tips
Requires slow printing, direct drive extruder recommended, difficult to support
Detailed Print Settings
| Setting | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Extruder Temperature | 210-230°C | Start with lower temperature and increase if needed |
| Bed Temperature | 50-60°C | Essential for bed adhesion and preventing warping |
| Print Speed | 20mm/s | Reduce for better quality, increase for faster prints |
| Layer Height | 0.1-0.3mm | Lower for detail, higher for speed |
| Infill | 10-20% | Adjust based on strength requirements |
Troubleshooting Guide for TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane)
Common issues and solutions when printing with TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane). Solve problems quickly with our expert recommendations.
Possible Causes:
- •Bed not level
- •Bed temperature too low
- •Nozzle too far from bed
- •Dirty print surface
Solutions:
- •Level the print bed
- •Increase bed temperature by 5-10°C
- •Adjust Z-offset
- •Clean bed with isopropyl alcohol
Possible Causes:
- •Temperature too high
- •Retraction settings incorrect
- •Print speed too slow
Solutions:
- •Lower temperature by 5-10°C
- •Increase retraction distance
- •Increase travel speed
Possible Causes:
- •Temperature too low
- •Insufficient cooling
- •Print speed too fast
Solutions:
- •Increase temperature
- •Improve part cooling
- •Reduce print speed
Possible Causes:
- •Bowden tube compression
- •Speed too fast
- •Incorrect flow rate
Solutions:
- •Use direct drive extruder
- •Reduce print speed to 15-25mm/s
- •Increase flow rate
Possible Causes:
- •Flexible material properties
- •High temperature
- •Long retractions
Solutions:
- •Reduce temperature
- •Minimize retractions
- •Use linear advance
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