TPU 98A With high impact strength, tear strength, durability, and chemical resistance, parts printed with BigRep TPU 98A can withstand heavy wear and tear. Download Datasheet Buy BigRep TPU 98A Get A Quote Get Financing TPU 98A With high impact strength, tear strength, durability, and chemical resistance, parts printed with BigRep TPU 98A can withstand heavy wear and tear. Download Datasheet Buy BigRep TPU 98A Get A Quote Get Financing What is TPU 3D printing filament? BigRep TPU 98A is a thermoplastic polyurethane—part of the thermoplastic elastomer family—with a Shore hardness of 98A, which is relatively firm. It offers temperature resistance up to 100 °C and a high level of chemical resistance making TPU 98A suitable for rugged industrial applications. Mechanical Properties TPU 98A has exceptional impact strength, registering no break on the Charpy notched impact test. It has a tear strength of 175 kN/m and an elongation at break of 450%. Thermal Properties BigRep's TPU 98A is temperature resistant up to 100°C with a Vicat softening temperature of 105°C and continuous use temperature of 50°C. Chemical Properties Excellent chemical resistance is one of the key advantages of BigRep TPU 98A. It performs well against grease and oil making it great for use in factory environments. Why choose BigRep TPU 98A filament? 98A Shore Hardness* * Shore A Hardness, 3s (ISO 7619-1) 25 mm³ High Abrasion Resistance** ** Abrasion Resistance (ISO 4649) 175 kN/m High Tear Strength*** *** Tear Strength (ISO 34) Benefits of 3D printing BigRep TPU 98A BigRep Quality BigRep materials are high-quality complete with a Certificate of Analysis to guarantee reliable performance. Powerful Slicing BLADE (BigRep's slicer software) delivers complete, easy-to-use solutions for our recommended printer/material pairings. Made for Large-Format With spool sizes up to 8 kg, BigRep filaments are optimized for massive 3D prints with complex geometries. BigRep TPU 98A compatibility BigRep believes in being open, so our 3D printers can use any 3D printing filament compatible with the machine specifications. The same goes for our filaments: print BigRep materials on any 3D printer with the appropriate specs. Supported 3D Printer BigRep VIIO 250 BigRep VIIO 250 is a fully automated 3D printer for reliable industrial manufacturing. Supported 3D Printer BigRep ONE BigRep VIIO 250 is your reliable workhorse with a massive build volume and robust components. Supported 3D Printer BigRep PRO BigRep PRO is a fully enclosed industrial 3D printer for producing full-scale, large parts. Supported 3D Printer BigRep STUDIO BigRep STUDIO is a durable and cost-effective way to manufacture large-format, quality parts. Supported 3D Printer BigRep ALTRA 280 BigRep ALTRA 280 is the ultimate high-temperature machine with maximum reliability. Supported 3D Printer BigRep IPSO 105 BigRep IPSO 105 is a high-temperature 3D printer with an unbeatable price-to-performance ratio. See All 3D Printers See All 3D Printers Featured Application Airless Tire & Nera eBike Created by BigRep’s innovation design team, these airless tires were part of the fully 3D printed NERA eBike. The tires featured a honeycomb design that ensured internal stability while balancing rigidity and flexibility. The geometry was realized using BigRep TPU filament, which is firm and strong enough to maintain its shape during use but offers just enough flexibility to mimic the softness function of a traditional inflated tire. Learn more See All Applications See All Applications Physical Properties Material: Thermoplastic Polyurethane Diameter: 2.85 mm Density: 1.18 g/cm³ Shore Hardness A, 3s (ISO 7619-1): 98A Shore D Hardness, 15s (ISO 7619-1): 52D Compression Set at 23°C, 72h (ISO 815): 35% Compression Set at 70°C, 24h (ISO 815): 42% Abrasion Resistance (ISO 4649): 25 mm³ Stress at 100% Elongation (ISO 527): 15 MPa Stress at 300% Elongation (ISO 527): 30 MPa Stress at Break, TPE (ISO 527): 40 MPa Elongation at Break, TPE (ISO 527): 450% Charpy Notched Impact Strength, +23°C (ISO 179): No break Tear Strength (ISO 34): 175 kN/m Vicat Softening Temperature (ISO 306): 105 °C Recommended Print Settings Nozzle Temperature: 210 - 240 °C Print Bed Temperature: 50 - 60 °C Environmental Temperature: n.a. Specifications Safety Sheet Buy BigRep TPU 98A Buy BigRep TPU 98A Frequently asked questions Is BigRep TPU 98A filament compatible with all 3D printers? Collapse Yes, the BigRep TPU 98A is compatible with all open material system 3D printers with a heated print bed and adequate temperature extrusion capabilities (220-250°C). Is it safe to print TPU 98A indoors? Expand Yes, it is, as long as the room has good ventilation or an air filtration system for the safety and comfort of the people using the 3D printer. How should TPU 98A be stored? Expand TPU 98A is a highly hygroscopic material which means it absorbs moisture from the air which affects the print quality. We recommend filament storage with a dryer such as the DRYCON which keeps the filament in perfect condition. Should I dry TPU 98A filament? Expand Yes, drying TPU 98A filament is important if it has been exposed to moisture. TPU 98A can absorb water from the air resulting in bubbling or stringing while printing with it. We recommend using the BigRep DRYCON for 4-6 hours at 80°C, or use any industrial filament dryer or store it in a dry, airtight container with desiccants. What is the lifespan of TPU 98A filament? Expand TPU 98A filament has a long shelf life if stored properly in a cool, dry place with minimal exposure to moisture or UV light. PETG-printed parts can also last for years, depending on factors such as exposure to sunlight, chemicals, or physical wear. More Materials PA6/66 BigRep6/66 is lightweight, rigid, and resistant to heat and chemicals, excellent for many industrial applications. View material HI-TEMP CF A high-strength and heat-resistant engineering-grade filament, BigRep's HI-TEMP CF is used for demanding applications. View material ABS BigRep ABS filament is a popular FFF material trusted for its impact resistance, high heat deflection properties, and high-quality prints. View material ASA BigRep ASA is a stiff and strong engineering-grade material with excellent weather and UV resistance. View material View All Materials View All Materials
