Semi-Flex TPU
TPU A80 • Thermoplastic Polyurethane - Medium Hardness
B
Rigid as a running shoe sole - good balance for bumpers, hinges, and semi-legal nerf weapons. Tricky with tall thin parts but otherwise printable. Too stiff for many projects, too supple for others.
flexibleDry Storage
Available Colors
black
white
red
blue
green
gray
transparent
Print Settings
Print Temp220-250°C
Bed Temp40-60°C
Enclosure:Optional
Material Properties
Strength70
Flexibility60
Heat Resistance60
Resistance Ratings
UV Resistance
Medium
Chemical Resistance
Medium
Humidity Sensitivity
High
Usability
Ease of Printing
(3/5)
Price Tier
$$(Moderate)
Requires dry storage
Pros
- Good balance of rigid/flex
- Easier than soft TPU
- Good for hinges
Cons
- Too stiff for some uses
- Too soft for others
- Tricky with tall parts
- Very hygroscopic
Use Cases
BumpersHingesPhone casesProtective covers
Where to Buy
Also known as: medium tpu, shore 80a
Data sourced from Zack Freedman / Voidstar Lab