TPU FOR PROTOTYPING AND PRODUCTION: VERSATILE AND DURABLE THERMOPLASTIC POLYURETHANE
LUVOSINT TPU Z86A-1 White is a highly elastic, aliphatic thermoplastic polyurethane, or TPU, designed for 3D printed parts that require flexibility, impact resistance and long-lasting performance. It is an especially good choice for cold conditions: with a glass transition temperature of -47 °C, the material remains flexible even at very low temperatures.
TPU is often seen as a material that combines the characteristics of rubber and plastic. Its rubber-like structure makes it highly flexible, durable and smooth to the touch. LUVOSINT TPU Z86A-1 also offers good resistance to mechanical stress, such as abrasion, as well as resistance to oils and lubricants.
This TPU grade is designed for demanding applications. It offers UV resistance, properties that help resist microbial growth, and excellent elasticity. One of its key advantages is its high energy return of over 80%, making it particularly suitable for shock-absorbing, resilient and flexible parts.
Thanks to its versatility, TPU is used across many industries for coatings, components and consumer products. The material is also suitable for applications where food-safe materials are required.
Typical applications
- Sports equipment and protective gear
- Footwear
- Medical devices
- Orthopaedic models
- Automotive components
- Protective covers for electronic devices
- Various tools
- Shock absorption
- Surface treatments
- Flexible and resilient technical parts
LUVOSINT TPU Z86A-1 White provides a strong and durable structure with a high-quality surface finish. Finished parts are natural white or slightly yellowish in colour, but they can also be dyed through post-processing. The material is widely used in products and industrial applications where flexibility, wear resistance and strong recovery properties are needed.
Mechanical Properties
3D Printing Technique: Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)
Build chamber/max size: 320 mm x 320 mm x 600 mm
Layer thickness: 120 um
Dimensional accuracy: ± 0,4mm + ± 0,1mm/100mm
