ESSENTIUM TPU 95A LOW FRICTION

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Polyurethanes (PU),

Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (TPU)

Polymer Name

Thermoplastic Polyurethane (unspecified)

Technologies

Plastics

Product Families

Plastics — 3D Printing Polymers

Thermoplastic Filament

Features & Benefits

Materials Features

Chemical Resistant,

Good Abrasion Resistance,

High Elongation,

High Tensile Strength,

Impact Resistance,

Low Friction,

Low Temperature Flexibility,

Oil Resistant,

Ozone Resistant,

Solvent Resistant,

Tear Resistance,

Vibration Damping,

Wear Resistant

Applications & Uses

Markets

Automotive & Transportation,

Building & Construction,

Consumer Goods,

Industrial

Applications

Automotive & Transportation — Automotive

Fuel Systems,

Other Automotive Applications

Building & Construction — Building Materials

Pipes & Plumbing,

Structural Components

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing

Other Industrial Applications

Consumer Goods — Footwear

Consumer Goods — Sports & Recreation

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses

Bushings,

Exhaust Duct Systems,

Flexible Grips,

Footwear,

Grommets,

Hoses,

Protective Coverings,

Sporting Goods

Properties

Physical Form

Filament

Material Specific Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Abrasion Loss	25	mm3	ISO 4649
Hardness	96	Shore A	ISO 868
Compression (70˚C)	45	—	ISO 815
Compression RT	30	—	ISO 815
Specific Gravity	1.15	g/cm3	ISO 1183
Tear Strength	100	kN/m	ISO 34-1

Technical Details & Test Data

RECOMMENDED PRINT SETTINGS

Nozzle Temperature, ºC	230 – 250
Bed Temperature, ºC	50 – 80
Print Speed, mm/s	20 – 40
First Layer Speed, mm/s	15 – 20
Ex. Multiplier (Flow)	1.03
Fan Speed, %	0 – 20
Retraction Speed, mm/s	Standard
Retraction Distance, mm	Standard

 

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

Property	Test Method	Print Orientation
		XY	YX	ZX
Tensile Strength, MPa	ASTM D638	27	26	7
Elongation at Break, %	ASTM D638	458	460	33