In the realm of 3D printing, selecting the right material is crucial to achieving optimal results for projects of all kinds. INNOVATEFIL® TPU Hardness Temperature + from Smart Materials 3D is a material from the family of thermoplastic polyurethanes, with a hardness of 83 D on the Shore scale, and is available in both filament and pellet forms for robotic arms. This high-quality material is distinguished by its stiffness and ability to withstand high temperatures, but it also adds a vital property: its machinability.
WHAT PROPERTIES DOES THE INNOVATEFIL® TPU HARDNESS + FILAMENT HAVE?
Below, we will explore the prominent features of this material, how it should be printed, and the types of applications it is most suited for:
• Excellent chemical resistance: the filament is resistant to most oils, greases, solvents, acids, and bases.
• Low water absorption: the filament does not swell or deform when in contact with moisture or water.
• Good thermal stability: the filament can operate in a temperature range from -40 ºC to 80 ºC without losing its properties.
• Unusual stiffness for a TPU: Unlike conventional TPUs, INNOVATEFIL® TPU Hardness Temperature + is notably hard, which allows for the creation of strong and durable parts.
• Machinability: In addition to being printed, this material can be subsequently machined with precision. This allows for adjustments, finishes, and modifications to the parts with machining tools, opening the door to greater dimensional accuracy and high-quality surface finishes.
Advantages of INNOVATEFIL® TPU Hardness Temperature +:
• Good resistance to wear, abrasion, cutting, and tearing: the filament can withstand contact with rough, cutting, or piercing surfaces without deteriorating.
• Low gas emission: the filament does not release toxic gases or unpleasant odors during 3D printing.
• Precision machining: This allows for adjustments, finishes, and modifications to the parts with machining tools, opening the door to greater dimensional accuracy and high-quality surface finishes.
• Ease of printing: the filament can be printed with most FDM 3D printers.
APPLICATIONS:
• Wide range of applications: the filament can be used to print parts that are used in sectors such as: o Automotive. o Aerospace. o Aeronautics. o Medical. o Prosthetics and orthotics. o Sports industry.
• Industrial components: perfect for manufacturing parts that must withstand mechanical and thermal stress in industrial environments, such as hinges, caps, seals, etc.
• High industrial capacity: used in the production of automotive or aerospace components that are exposed to high temperatures and require considerable stiffness.
• Domestic utensils: ideal for household objects that need to maintain their shape under heat conditions and continuous use.
PRESENTATIONS:
Filament:
• Size: 750 g
• Diameter: 1.75 mm / 2.85 mm
• Colors: Natural and black.
Pellets:
• Bag of 1 kg
• Bag of 5 kg
• Bag of 15 kg
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PRINTING INNOVATEFIL TPU HARDNESS+ FILAMENT:
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Printer Settings:
• Printing temperature: 220 - 240 ˚C
• Bed temperature: 70 - 80 ˚C
• Printing speed: 30 - 60 mm/s
• Layer fan: 60 - 80 %
• Material flow: 100 %
• Layer height ≥ 0.2 mm
• Nozzle recommendations ≥ 0.4 mm
Physical Properties:
• Density 1.22 g/cm3 (ISO 1183). Mechanical Properties:
• Tensile strength: 50.9 13.9 MPa (ISO 527).
• Bending resistance: 77.6 18.9 MPa (ISO 178).
• Flexural modulus: 1812.7 1591.6 MPa (ISO 178).
• Elongation at maximum stress: 2.6 0.7 % (ISO 527)
• Traction elongation at break: 2.8 0.5 % (ISO 527)
• Bending elongation at break: 15.5 0.1 % (ISO 178)
• Charpy impact strength (unnotched) 29.3 - kJ/m2 (ISO 179)
• Hardness 83 Shore D ISO 7619-1
Thermal Properties:
• Glass transition temperature (Tg) 68 ˚C (ISO 11357).
• VICAT B (50 N 50˚C/h) 66 ˚C (ISO 306).
• HDT B (0.45 MPa) 63 ˚C (ISO 75).
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PRINTING INNOVATEFIL TPU HARDNESS+ FILAMENT:
Printer Settings:
• Printing temperature: 220 - 240 ˚C
• Bed temperature: 70 - 80 ˚C
• Printing speed: 30 - 60 mm/s
• Layer fan: 60 - 80 %
• Material flow: 100 %
• Layer height ≥ 0.2 mm
• Nozzle recommendations ≥ 0.4 mm
Physical Properties:
• Density 1.22 g/cm3 (ISO 1183). Mechanical Properties:
• Tensile strength: 50.9 13.9 MPa (ISO 527).
• Bending resistance: 77.6 18.9 MPa (ISO 178).
• Flexural modulus: 1812.7 1591.6 MPa (ISO 178).
• Elongation at maximum stress: 2.6 0.7 % (ISO 527)
• Traction elongation at break: 2.8 0.5 % (ISO 527)
• Bending elongation at break: 15.5 0.1 % (ISO 178)
• Charpy impact strength (unnotched) 29.3 - kJ/m2 (ISO 179)
• Hardness 83 Shore D ISO 7619-1
Thermal Properties:
• Glass transition temperature (Tg) 68 ˚C (ISO 11357).
• VICAT B (50 N 50˚C/h) 66 ˚C (ISO 306).
• HDT B (0.45 MPa) 63 ˚C (ISO 75).
Purchase our INNOVATEFIL® TPU Hardness + on our website. Or if you wish to make a larger volume order, do not hesitate to inquire about our special discounts for both filament and pellets for robotic arms with your sales agent or write to us at info@smartmaterials3d.com
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