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SUNLU TPU Silk Flexible Filament 1.75mm Dark Blue 1kg

₹1,506.00 (Inclusive of all taxes)
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SUNLU TPU Silk is a versatile flexible filament optimized for 3D printing durable and elastic models. It allows precise control over softness and elasticity through slicing adjustments, ensuring high-quality prints without common flexible filament issues.

Features

  • Optimized for creating durable and elastic 3D printed models with precision.
  • Offers precise control over print flexibility and rigidity via adjustable slicing parameters.
  • Engineered to prevent common flexible filament issues like nozzle cuts and print wobbling.
  • Accommodates slower cooling rates, beneficial for printing larger, complex flexible parts.

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Description

SUNLU TPU Silk filament is engineered for additive manufacturing of both rigid and flexible parts, offering exceptional versatility for various engineering and design applications. Its unique formulation provides optimized printability with precise control over extrusion methods, ensuring consistent material flow and layer adhesion.

This material allows for significant customization of mechanical properties, enabling users to adjust part softness or elasticity through meticulous slicing parameter tuning, including wall thickness and infill density. While accommodating slower cooling rates crucial for larger, complex flexible models, it is designed to mitigate common issues such as nozzle cuts or wobbling, yielding high-quality, precise, and durable elastic prints. Avoid designs with extensive hollow sections or significant overhangs for optimal results.

Key Features

  • Offers optimized speed settings to enhance extrusion consistency and precision across different printer setups.
  • Provides adjustable slicing parameters, allowing fine-tuning of part flexibility or rigidity to meet specific application requirements.
  • Engineered to accommodate slower cooling profiles, crucial for minimizing warping and improving layer bonding on larger flexible prints.
  • Formulated to prevent common flexible filament issues such as nozzle cuts, jamming, and print wobbling.
  • Delivers excellent material elasticity and impact absorption, ideal for functional components requiring flexibility.

Applications

  • Functional prototypes requiring high flexibility and impact resistance.
  • Gaskets, seals, and flexible couplings for mechanical assemblies.
  • Protective covers, phone cases, and wearable components.
  • Vibration dampeners, bumpers, and shock-absorbing parts.
  • Custom tooling with flexible interfaces or ergonomic grips.

Technical Specifications

Material TypeThermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)
Filament Diameter1.75mm
ColorSilk Dark Blue
Spool Weight1kg
Recommended Print Temperature200-220°C
Recommended Bed Temperature50-60°C

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the recommended printing temperatures for Sunlu TPU Silk filament?

For optimal results with Sunlu TPU Silk, typically print with an extruder temperature between 200-220°C and a heated print bed set to 50-60°C. These settings help ensure proper layer adhesion, reduce warping, and maintain the material's elastic properties during the printing process for high-quality flexible parts.

How can I prevent stringing and oozing when printing with flexible TPU?

To minimize stringing and oozing with TPU, ensure your filament is dry and experiment with retraction settings, increasing retraction distance and speed gradually. Lowering the print temperature slightly within the recommended range can also help. Additionally, reduce travel speed to prevent material stretching and maintain cleaner prints.

What specific considerations should be made for bed adhesion with Sunlu TPU Silk?

Achieving good bed adhesion with TPU is crucial. A heated bed between 50-60°C is highly recommended. Applying an adhesive such as a PVA glue stick, Kapton tape, or blue painter's tape can significantly improve first-layer stickiness. Ensure the bed is level and the first layer Z-offset is properly calibrated for strong bonding.

Can Sunlu TPU Silk filament be used for outdoor applications?

While TPU generally offers good resistance to abrasion and some UV exposure, long-term outdoor use is dependent on specific environmental conditions. For maximum durability in outdoor applications, especially those involving prolonged UV exposure or harsh chemicals, consider post-processing with UV-resistant coatings or selecting materials specifically rated for extreme outdoor longevity.

Package Includes

  • 1x Sunlu TPU Silk Dark Blue 1.75mm Filament (1kg Spool)
  • Vacuum-sealed packaging with desiccant

Additional Information

Weight 1.3 kg
Dimensions 21 × 21 × 8 cm