As the first flexible material on the market, NinjaFlex® TPU filament has proprietary technology that boasts a low-tack, easy-to-feed texture ideal for direct-drive extruders. The material has abrasion and chemical resistance and results in consistent printed parts.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS OF NINJAFLEX FILAMENT
- Shore Hardness = 85A
- Truly flexible (no fill or layer manipulation required to achieve performance)
- 660% elongation allows for repeated movement and impact without wear or cracking
- Polyurethane composition allows for excellent vibration reduction
- Proprietary low-friction exterior allows for smooth feeding
- Abrasion resistance 20% better than ABS and 68% better than PLA
- Consistent diameter and material properties providing reliable, high-quality prints
- Chemical resistance to many materials. View the NinjaFlex Chemical Resistance Guide for more information. [Request Documents From Our Customer Services]
- REACH and RoHS 3 (EU 2015/863)
APPLICATIONS
Sports
From sneaker insoles to helmet inserts, NinjaFlex can protect athletes with its vibration dampening properties.
- Healthcare
NinjaFlex is strong and flexible for applications like prosthetics and realistic organ prototypes.
Industrial Manufacturing
Test your new designs with a 3D-printed prototype or quickly create end-use parts for your equipment.
Printing Guidelines
Extruder Temperature
- 225°C – 250°C
Platform Temperature
- Room temperature to 50°C
- Glue is suggested on bed.
Print Speed
- Top and bottom layers: 10-20 mm/sec (600-1200 mm/min)
- Infill speeds: 15-35 mm/sec (900-2100 mm/min)
- Layer 2+ use cooling fan if available.