TPU 92A is a thermoplastic polyurethane with a Shore A hardness of 92, combining exceptional flexibility with superior durability. This advanced elastomer offers high elongation at break (up to 552%), excellent abrasion resistance, and remarkable tear strength, making it ideal for producing functional parts that require rubber-like properties while maintaining structural integrity under repeated stress and deformation.
TPU 92A represents the optimal balance between flexibility and strength in thermoplastic elastomers. With its 92 Shore A hardness, this material delivers outstanding mechanical properties including 552% elongation at break, exceptional tear strength of 84.6 N/mm, and remarkable resistance to abrasion and fatigue. The material excels in applications requiring rubber-like elasticity combined with the processing advantages of thermoplastics.
TPU 92A combines exceptional flexibility with 552% elongation at break and superior tear strength and abrasion resistance, delivering excellent fatigue resistance for repeated flexing for demanding applications. From rapid prototyping to production runs, teams rely on TPU 92A to maintain tight tolerances while reducing assembly complexity through consolidated part designs.
TPU 92A brings flexible manufacturing to FDM technology with Shore A 92 hardness and 580% elongation at break, enabling rubber-like parts impossible with rigid thermoplastics. The Stratasys F123 platform's specialized extrusion system maintains TPU's elastomeric properties while achieving intricate geometries and living hinges. With excellent abrasion resistance and chemical compatibility, TPU 92A produces durable gaskets, vibration dampeners, and protective covers that withstand repeated flexing. The material's tear strength of 27 kN/m combined with -30°C to 80°C temperature range makes it ideal for automotive seals, medical models, and industrial components requiring both flexibility and durability.
Build Volume
914 × 610 × 914 mm
Max part size
Lead Time
2-4 business days
Fast turnaround available
Layer Height
0.254 mm (0.010")
Resolution
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TPU 92A brings elastomeric properties to FDM 3D printing, with 92A Shore hardness providing the perfect balance between flexibility and printability. This thermoplastic polyurethane enables functional rubber-like parts with excellent abrasion resistance and tear strength.
Unlike rigid thermoplastics, TPU 92A can stretch up to 500% before breaking, absorb impacts, and return to its original shape. This unique combination enables applications from vibration damping to custom seals, previously impossible with additive manufacturing.
Forge Labs' specialized flexible material handling ensures consistent extrusion and layer adhesion, critical for achieving reliable mechanical properties. Our soluble support materials enable complex flexible geometries without damaging delicate features during removal.
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From industrial gaskets to wearable devices, TPU 92A enables flexible solutions across industries. Explore how companies leverage this elastomeric material.
TPU 92A enables custom gaskets and seals with complex geometries impossible to achieve with traditional die-cutting. The material's chemical resistance and compression set properties ensure long-term sealing performance.
Key Applications
Performance Data
Compression set <30% after 22 hours at 70°C per ASTM D395, maintaining seal integrity through thousands of compression cycles.
TPU 92A's skin-safe properties and flexibility make it ideal for wearable medical devices and prosthetic components. The material provides comfort while maintaining the durability required for daily use.
Key Applications
Performance Data
Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-5 (cytotoxicity) and ISO 10993-10 (skin sensitization), safe for extended skin contact.
Automotive applications leverage TPU 92A for custom flexible components that withstand temperature extremes and chemical exposure. The material replaces traditional rubber parts with 3D printed solutions.
Key Applications
Performance Data
Maintains flexibility from -20°C to 80°C with <10% modulus change, meeting automotive environmental requirements.
TPU 92A enables mass customization of consumer products requiring flexibility and comfort. The material's durability and aesthetic options support both prototyping and production applications.
Key Applications
Performance Data
Abrasion resistance <30mg loss per 1000 cycles (DIN 53516), exceeding requirements for footwear and consumer products.
TPU 92A flexible hose component
Flexible Hoses
Flexible footwear components
Consumer Products
Automotive sealing gasket
Automotive Seals
TPU 92A delivers dependable strength and impact resistance for Flexible hoses and tubing and Seals and gaskets, helping teams move from prototype to production with confidence.
Mechanical Properties
16.8 (XY), 17.4 (XZ) MPa
TPU 92A records Tensile Strength, Ultimate at 16.8 (XY), 17.4 (XZ) MPa, reinforcing its mechanical properties story.
Mechanical Properties
15.6 (XY), 16.1 (XZ) MPa
TPU 92A records Tensile Strength, Yield at 15.6 (XY), 16.1 (XZ) MPa, reinforcing its mechanical properties story.
Mechanical Properties
15.3 (XY), 20.7 (XZ) MPa
TPU 92A records Tensile Modulus at 15.3 (XY), 20.7 (XZ) MPa, reinforcing its mechanical properties story.
TPU 92A combines Exceptional flexibility with 552% elongation at break and Superior tear strength and abrasion resistance to support Flexible hoses and tubing and Seals and gaskets that demand production-ready durability.
| Measurement | TPU 92ABase | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength, Ultimate | 16.8 (XY), 17.4 (XZ) MPa | — |
| Tensile Strength, Yield | 15.6 (XY), 16.1 (XZ) MPa | — |
| Tensile Modulus | 15.3 (XY), 20.7 (XZ) MPa | — |
| Elongation at Break | 552 (XY), 482 (XZ) % | — |
| Elongation at Yield | 466 (XY), 385 (XZ) % | — |
| Tensile Stress at 100% Elongation | 6.9 (XY), 7.6 (XZ) MPa | — |
| Tensile Stress at 300% Elongation | 11.0 (XY), 11.9 (XZ) MPa | — |
| Flexural Strength | 1.8 (XY), 2.4 (XZ) MPa | — |
| Flexural Modulus | 25.6 (XY), 36.9 (XZ) MPa | — |
| Tear Strength | 84.6 N/mm | — |
| Compressive Strength | 2.6 MPa | — |
| Compressive Modulus | 16.9 MPa | — |
| Shore Hardness A | 92 | — |
| Compression Set (22h @ 23°C) | 21 % | — |
| Compression Set (22h @ 70°C) | 44 % | — |
TPU 92A delivers dependable strength and impact resistance for Flexible hoses and tubing and Seals and gaskets, helping teams move from prototype to production with confidence.
TPU 92A delivers exceptional mechanical performance with excellent strength characteristics, effectively handling demanding load conditions. Its balanced mechanical profile allows it to maintain structural integrity while preventing brittleness in critical applications.
These qualities make it well-suited for Flexible hoses and tubing, Seals and gaskets, and Vibration dampening components, providing long-term durability in demanding environments. TPU 92A maintains dimensional stability over time, ensuring consistent performance across temperature and stress variations.
This makes it a reliable choice for applications requiring precise geometries and tight tolerances across Automotive, Medical, and Consumer Products. Its versatility and durability allow it to perform consistently across a wide range of mechanical applications, ensuring parts maintain their integrity under repetitive stress and environmental conditions.
TPU 92A combines Exceptional flexibility with 552% elongation at break and Superior tear strength and abrasion resistance to support Flexible hoses and tubing and Seals and gaskets that demand production-ready durability.
Key metric
16.8 (XY), 17.4 (XZ) MPa
Key metric
15.6 (XY), 16.1 (XZ) MPa
Key metric
15.3 (XY), 20.7 (XZ) MPa
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TPU 92A offers consistent density and surface quality so critical features hold tolerances and downstream finishing remains predictable.
TPU 92A exhibits a density of 1.135 g/cm³ that contributes to lightweight yet durable parts. Its low moisture absorption ensures dimensional stability in varying environmental conditions.
These physical properties enable consistent part quality and predictable performance across Flexible hoses and tubing, Seals and gaskets, and Vibration dampening components. The material's inherent characteristics minimize warpage and maintain tight tolerances throughout the part lifecycle.
For Automotive, Medical, and Consumer Products, these physical attributes translate to reliable production outcomes with minimal post-processing requirements, ensuring parts meet specifications straight from the build platform.
TPU 92A delivers 1.135 g/cm³ density so assemblies fit and finish without secondary rework.
Key metric
1.135 g/cm³
Key metric
1.135
Key metric
30 mg/1000 cycles
Tested to ASTM D3389
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TPU 92A maintains dimensional stability through temperature swings, making it a reliable option for Automotive and Medical programs that see repeated thermal cycling.
TPU 92A demonstrates excellent thermal stability with a heat deflection temperature of 38 °C, enabling it to maintain dimensional accuracy in elevated temperature environments. This thermal performance ensures parts retain their shape and mechanical properties even under thermal stress.
The material's thermal characteristics make it ideal for Flexible hoses and tubing, Seals and gaskets, and Vibration dampening components that experience temperature fluctuations. Its ability to withstand thermal cycling without degradation ensures long-term reliability in Automotive, Medical, and Consumer Products.
With broad temperature tolerance, TPU 92A provides engineers with confidence when designing parts for thermally demanding applications, from under-hood automotive components to industrial equipment exposed to heat sources.
TPU 92A maintains geometry with a Heat Deflection Temperature @ 66 psi of 38 °C, protecting dimensional integrity during heat cycling.
Key metric
38 °C
Key metric
56 °C
Key metric
95 °C
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TPU 92A provides predictable electrical behavior for housings and functional prototypes that need controlled resistivity and dielectric strength.
TPU 92A provides controlled electrical resistivity of 6.09 × 10¹⁰ Ω·cm, making it suitable for electrical housings and insulators. Its dielectric strength of 22 kV/mm ensure reliable performance in electrical assemblies.
These electrical characteristics enable its use in Flexible hoses and tubing, Seals and gaskets, and Vibration dampening components where electrical performance is critical. The material maintains consistent electrical properties across its operating temperature range, ensuring stable performance in varying conditions.
For Automotive, Medical, and Consumer Products requiring precise electrical behavior, TPU 92A delivers the consistency and reliability needed for functional prototypes and production parts that interact with electrical systems.
TPU 92A posts 6.09 × 10¹⁰ Ω·cm Volume Resistivity (XY), giving enclosures dependable insulating performance.
Key metric
6.09 × 10¹⁰ Ω·cm
Key metric
7.17 × 10¹³ Ω·cm
Key metric
22 kV/mm
Tested to ASTM D149
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TPU 92A offers tested chemical resistance across acids, bases, solvents, and hydrocarbons to ensure reliable performance in harsh environments.
TPU 92A demonstrates broad chemical resistance with testing against 15 different chemicals, showing excellent compatibility with 4 substances and good compatibility with 6 others. This extensive chemical resistance profile makes it suitable for harsh industrial environments.
The material's resistance to acids, bases, solvents, and hydrocarbons enables its use in Flexible hoses and tubing, Seals and gaskets, and Vibration dampening components that require exposure to aggressive chemicals. Its chemical inertness ensures parts maintain their mechanical properties even after prolonged chemical exposure.
For Automotive, Medical, and Consumer Products, this chemical stability translates to longer service life and reduced maintenance requirements, making TPU 92A a cost-effective choice for chemically demanding applications.
TPU 92A has been tested against 15 chemicals with 4 showing excellent compatibility for demanding chemical environments.
Key metric
Excellent
Type: Hydrocarbon
Key metric
Excellent
Type: Hydrocarbon
Key metric
Excellent
Type: Hydrocarbon
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15 of 15 chemicals shown
| Chemical | Type | Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Light Oils | Hydrocarbon | Excellent |
| Grease | Hydrocarbon | Excellent |
| Aliphatic Hydrocarbons | Hydrocarbon | Excellent |
| Alcohols | Solvent | Good to Excellent |
| Water | Solvent | Excellent |
| Aromatic Hydrocarbons | Hydrocarbon | Good |
| Weak Acids | Acid | Good |
| Weak Bases | Base | Good |
| Diesel Fuel | Hydrocarbon | Good |
| Hydraulic Fluids | Hydrocarbon | Good |
| Strong Acids | Acid | Poor |
| Strong Bases | Base | Poor |
| Acetone | Solvent | Poor |
| MEK | Solvent | Poor |
| Chlorinated Hydrocarbons | Solvent | Poor |
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Advanced Manufacturing
TPU 92A is manufactured using Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) technology, offering reliable performance for functional prototypes and end-use parts.
TPU 92A runs on industrial FDM platforms with heated chambers, hardened extrusion paths, and qualified material profiles to guarantee consistent layer adhesion and mechanical integrity.
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