Questions tagged [tpe]
For questions regarding Thermoplastic Elastomers which are flexible plastics.
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TPE warping problems
I'm attempting to print some flexible TPE filament. But I failed to imagine TPE was this difficult to print.
Specs of the shop-brand filament:
Red 1.75 mm TPE (+-0.05 mm).
Hardness: 45D.
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Does GEL-LAY needs to stay moist?
POROLAY GEL-LAY is a kind of jelly-like material made by exotic filament producer Kay Parthy / CC Products.
It is a mix of TPE and PVA that is supposed to have a jelly-like feeling. Once printed, you ...
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Density of GEL-LAY and LAYWOO 3D print material?
I'm looking for the specific density of the GEL-LAY and LAYWOO 3D materials by manufacturer CC Products.
It isn't noted on their website or on the spool or the box the spools came in. I've looked for ...
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What are the limiting factors when trying to print flexible filaments with a Bowden extruder setup?
Other than the most obvious issue with the filament kinking in the tube, what other issues could arise when trying to print flexibles (i.e. TPU/TPE, Nylon, etc.) with a Bowden style extruder setup?
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