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Thermoplastic polyurethane

Term · Additive manufacturing and 3D printing · MLC-T-ADM-000384

A highly elastic and abrasion-resistant thermoplastic elastomer, often abbreviated as TPU, known for its flexibility and durability. It combines the processing advantages of thermoplastics with the performance characteristics of rubber. TPU is a popular material in additive manufacturing for producing flexible parts, footwear components, and protective casings.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-ADM-000384
FieldAdditive manufacturing and 3D printing
Record as JSON
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  "id": "MLC-T-ADM-000384",
  "term": "Thermoplastic polyurethane",
  "field": "Additive manufacturing and 3D printing",
  "definition": "A highly elastic and abrasion-resistant thermoplastic elastomer, often abbreviated as TPU, known for its flexibility and durability. It combines the processing advantages of thermoplastics with the performance characteristics of rubber. TPU is a popular material in additive manufacturing for producing flexible parts, footwear components, and protective casings.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/additive-manufacturing/thermoplastic-polyurethane/"
}

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