Open a world of possibilities, limited only by your imagination. NinjaFlex,
a cutting-edge filament for 3D printers, is a specially formulated thermoplastic
elastomer (TPE) that produces flexible prints with elastic properties. Patent
pending technology allows for smooth feeding and clean, high-quality printed
parts.
NinjaFlex's unique flexibility and smooth feeding characteristics enable
you to create in ways you never thought possible.
Best Suited For:
- Fused Deposition 3D printers that use
1.75mm or 3mm filament.
- 3D printers that accept other types
of filaments such as ABS and PLA
Have a question on NinjaFlex? Read our Frequently Asked Questions
below
Features:
- Filament shore hardness of
approximately 85A
- Consistent diameter and material
properties provide reliable, high quality prints
- Patent pending technology allows for
smooth feeding
- Low tack, low CoF exterior allows
smooth feed through filament guides
- High elasticity and excellent
abrasion resistance
- Excellent build platform adhesion and
bonding between layers
- REACH and RoHS 2002/95/EC Directive
Compliant
- 1.75mm filament spool = .50 kg
- 3.00mm filament spool = .75 kg
Processing Guidelines:
Recommended extruder temperature: 210
- 225°C
Recommended platform temperature: 30
- 40°C
FAQs
| What type of extruders work with NinjaFlex? |
- Extruders that utilize a
spring loaded roller bearing to create pressure against the extruder
drive gear.
- Because of its flexibility,
the filament must also be supported between the exit of the drive
gear and the entrance to the melt chamber.
- A good example of this type
of extruder mechanism is shown here:http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:147518
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| Is it necessary to coat the build platform with Kapton® tape
or hairspray? |
- NinjaFlex bonds well to most
surfaces (including aluminum and glass), so coating the build
platform is not necessary.
- Kapton tape can be used with
NinjaFlex, but the adhesion of the printed part to the tape may be
stronger than the adhesive holding the tape to the build platform.
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| Will NinjaFlex feed well through plastic guide tubes? |
- While the low coefficient of
friction surface of NinjaFlex has been formulated to reduce surface
tack and allow the filament to feed more easily, the use of PTFE
guide tubes may be beneficial to further reduce pull at the
extruder.
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| Is NinjaFlex rated for food contact? |
- Although NinjaFlex does not
contain BPA or other toxins, it is not recommended for food contact
applications.
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| Are there any special printer settings that need to be
adjusted for NinjaFlex? |
- NinjaFlex generally works
well at similar extruder settings to ABS, however adjusting the
printers retraction settings can improve stop/start print quality.
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| Any other tips for using NinjaFlex? |
- When switching from another
polymer (such as ABS or PLA) purge thoroughly before starting a
print.
- As with other materials, when
preheating, use a lower temperature (~180-200°C) to prevent excess
material from draining prior to starting a print.
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| Are there any safety concerns or considerations when using
NinjaFlex? |
- NinjaFlex should be used in a
well-ventilated area according to recommended operating conditions.
- TPE products are capable of
releasing small amounts of fumes at high temperatures. While these
fumes are generally considered tolerable and less noxious than ABS,
care should be taken to minimize exposure, particularly among
sensitive persons.
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