EOS TPU 1301 New Flexible Polymer Material for 3D Printing

Thermoplastic polyurethane offers great resilience, good hydrolysis resistance, as well as high UV-stability

____ Krailling, September 24, 2019

EOS, the world's leading technology supplier in the field of industrial 3D printing of polymers and metals, launched a new flexible polymer material for industrial 3D printing: EOS TPU 1301. This material is a big step towards 3D printing mass production, as TPU materials are widely used in applications that demand elastomeric properties and that need easy to process capabilities. To achieve the flexibility and corresponding damping levels needed for different applications, these properties can be adjusted via structural design and the build process parameters used. 

"The EOS TPU 1301 offers a great resilience after deformation, very good shock absorption, and very high process stability, at the same time providing a smooth surface of the 3D printed part. As such the material is particularly suited for applications in footwear, lifestyle and automotive – such as cushioning elements, protective gears, and shoe soles."
Tim Rüttermann, Senior Vice President Polymer Systems & Materials at EOS

The POLYLINE project brought together 15 industrial and research partners from Germany to develop a next-generation digitalized production line. This line has been used to produce plastic parts for the automotive industry. The aim was to complement conventional production techniques (e.g., machining, casting, etc.) with Additive Manufacturing (AM) in the form of high-throughput production line systems. The project was funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research with a total of 10.7 Mio. Euro. The project had a defined duration of three years. After the successful completion of the POLYLINE project BMW, DyeMansion, EOS and Grenzebach – four partners of the consortium – drew a positive balance. Learn more about the POLYLINE project by watching our new video here. 

Slippers made of EOS TPU 1301 material | © EOS
Outdoor slippers made of EOS TPU 1301

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EOS
EOS is the world's leading technology supplier in the field of industrial 3D printing of metals and polymers. Formed in 1989, the independent company is pioneer and innovator for comprehensive solutions in additive manufacturing. Its product portfolio of EOS systems, materials, and process parameters gives customers crucial competitive advantages in terms of product quality and the long-term economic sustainability of their manufacturing processes. Furthermore customers benefit from deep technical expertise in global service, applications engineering and consultancy.

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EOS TPU 1301 New Flexible Polymer Material for 3D Printing

Source: EOS GmbH