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TPU

ElastomerAmorphousHygroscopicity ModerateField Estimate

Drying Conditions

Temperature
90°C
Time
2-4h
Target Moisture
N/A

A dehumidifying dryer is recommended (relatively hygroscopic).

Melt Temperature

180~230°C

Mold Temperature

30~50°C

Shrinkage

No data

Common Defects & First Checks

Silver Streak

TPU: thermoplastic elastomer.

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Field Notes

TPU: thermoplastic elastomer. Gentle processing, low shear, moisture sensitive (bubbles). Beyond 9-type: stringing, surface defects. Melt varies with hardness.

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