3D Printing Materials

FPU 50

At a glance

Process

Carbon DLS

Color

Black

Resolution

0.075 mm

Max Print Size

189 x 118 x 326 mm

About the Material

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FPU 50 is an impact, abrasion, and fatigue resistant semi-rigid material that is a good choice for parts that must withstand repetitive stresses such as living hinges or friction fits. FPU 50 is mechanically comparable to polypropylene.

Material Properties

Ultimate Tensile Strength

25 MPa / 4000 PSI

Elongation at Break

n/a

Heat deflection temperature

70°C / 158°F @ 0.45 MPa

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