--- title: How to print with BCN3D TPU description: A material ideal for prints which require flexibility and durability. 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In this article, you will find the basic information to print with BCN3D TPU   --- |        | [**EN**](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/tpu-filament-bcn3d) | [**ES**](https://support.bcn3d.com/es/knowledge/tpu-filament-bcn3d?hsLang=en) | | --- | --- | --- | --- ### What is TPU? | ![TPU_Plantilla_Gallery](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/TPU/TPU_Plantilla_Gallery.jpg?width=267&name=TPU_Plantilla_Gallery.jpg) | **TPU (Thermoplastic polyurethane)** is an elastomeric copolymer made up of alternating soft and hard blocks, which give the material a hardness and flexibility at the same time. This material is ideal for applications in which flexibility and durability are highly desired. | | --- | --- | **With a Shore-A hardness rating of 98**, TPU is a resistant material for several industrial applications, both mechanical and chemical. Moreover, it’s been specially designed to improve the 3D printing experience. You can purchase TPU from our store: [BCN3D TPU](https://www.bcn3d.com/product/tpu-bcn3d-filaments/) ### **TPU compatibility with BCN3D printers / hotends** | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | ![Epsilon-header](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/Epsilon-header.jpg?width=450&name=Epsilon-header.jpg) | ![w27-epsilon-series-bcn3d](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/w27-epsilon-series-bcn3d.png?width=600&name=w27-epsilon-series-bcn3d.png) | ![d25-sigma-series-bcn3d](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/d25-sigma-series-bcn3d.png?width=600&name=d25-sigma-series-bcn3d.png) | ![Sigmax-header-3-prints](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/Sigmax-header-3-prints.jpg?width=450&name=Sigmax-header-3-prints.jpg) | ![Sigma-header-3prints](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/Sigma-header-3prints.jpg?width=450&name=Sigma-header-3prints.jpg) | | 0.4 / 0.6 / 0.8 / 1 | 0.4 / 0.6 / 0.8 / 1 | 0.4 /0.8 | 0.3/0.4 /0.5/ 0.6 / 0.8 / 1 | 0.3/0.4 /0.5/ 0.6 / 0.8 / 1 | ### **Supported materials combinations** The BCN3D TPU is compatible with the following BCN3D Filaments. | **Standard materials** | |   |   | |   |   | |   |   | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | PLA **✔** | TPU **✔** | PVA **✔** | BVOH **✔** | TPLA **✔** | PET-G **![e-experimental](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/e-experimental.png?width=18&name=e-experimental.png)** |   |   |   | | | | | **Technical materials** | |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   | | | ABS **✔** | PA **✗** | PP **✗** |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   | | **Composite materials** | | | |   |   |   | |   |   | | | | PAHT CF15 **![e-experimental](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Materials/e-experimental.png?width=18&name=e-experimental.png)** | PP GF30 **✗** | PET CF15 **✔** | 316L **✗** | 17-4 PH **✗** |   |   | | | | | | ### **TPU printing settings - 0.4 mm nozzle** | **Extruder temperature** | 220ºC - 245°C | | --- | --- | | **Build plate temperature** | 45ºC- 60ºC | | **Speed** | 25 mm/s | | **Retraction speed ** | 30 mm/s Full enclosure models 40 mm/s Open models | | **Retraction distance ** | 8 mm | | **Cooling fan** | 100% | | **Minimum layer height** | 0.15-0.4  mm |   - **Note**:  BCN3D Lab develops specific configurations for each material and printer. Be sure to use the last [BCN3D Stratos](https://www.bcn3d.com/bcn3d-stratos/) version. ### **Build plate adhesion** It is not necessary to use Magigoo when printing this filament, but you will get optimal results using a clean printing surface. ### **Recommendations** Plastics absorb moisture from the air. When the material is not in use, it is recommended to keep the TPU spools [in a box or airtight container with desiccant](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/handle-storage-filament-bcn3d?hsLang=en)[to keep them dry.](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/handle-storage-filament-bcn3d?hsLang=en) TPU emits low levels of gasses and particles when printed. We recommend printing it in a well-ventilated area to ensure a healthy environment. ### Digital documentation of the TPU Here you can find and download the Technical data and the Safety data sheets of our TPU: | ![download-arrow](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Button/download-arrow.png?width=25&name=download-arrow.png) | [Technical data sheet](https://www.bcn3d.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/BCN3D-Filaments-Technical-Data-Sheet-TPU.pdf) | ![download-arrow](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BCN3D/Knowledge%20base/Button/download-arrow.png?width=25&height=25&name=download-arrow.png) | [Safety data sheet](https://www.bcn3d.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/BCN3D-Filaments-MCCP-TDS-TPU98A.pdf) | | --- | --- | --- | --- |   | **Send us your comments about this article** | [![feedback-button](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Button/feedback-button.png?width=179&name=feedback-button.png)](https://share.hsforms.com/1F7t1sBuOQyWlAeRwwFSjgQ3fec5) | | --- | --- | |   **RELATED ARTICLES** | | | [![tpu tips eng](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Related%20Articles%20English/tpu%20tips%20eng.png?width=600&name=tpu%20tips%20eng.png)](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/tpu-bcn3d-tips?hsLang=en) | [![store filament eng](https://support.bcn3d.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20base/Related%20Articles%20English/store%20filament%20eng.png?width=600&name=store%20filament%20eng.png)](https://support.bcn3d.com/knowledge/handle-storage-filament-bcn3d?hsLang=en) |     - 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