Tier List

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
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

Also known as: medium tpu, shore 80a

Data sourced from Zack Freedman / Voidstar Lab