Z-Flex
About Z-Flex
Z-FLEX is a thermoplastic polyester elastomer that can be 3D printed at a relatively fast rate of 45mm/s. The filament has great interlayer adhesion and dimensional tolerance falling below +/- 0,02 mm. Z-FLEX is elastic, can bend without breaking, and is resistant to various chemicals including gasoline, ethyl alcohol, butane, and carbon monoxide.
Compared to Z-SEMIFLEX, this filament is a little more elastic and has more rubber-like texture. Besides being able to withstand temperatures as high as 70°C, it can maintain its integrity in low temperatures reaching -40°C. Z-FLEX is perfect for 3D printing parts intended to be bent frequently like tires, elastic hinges, or gaskets.
Dedicated for | Container | Weight | Diameter |
|---|---|---|---|
Zortrax M200 Plus | spool | 800 g. ±5% | 1.75 mm |
Zortrax M300 Plus | spool | 800 g. ±5% | 1.75 mm |
Key Properties | Metric | Imperial | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
Shore Hardness | 31D | 31D | ISO 527:1998 |
Elongation at Break | 3319.12% | 3319.12% | ISO 868:1998 |
Resistance to Surface Abrasion | 95 mg | 1.46 gr | D1044 (wheel H-18) |
A shock absorber dust cover :A shock absorber dust cover 3D printed with Z-FLEX to obtain both flexibility and high chemical resistance of the part.
Applications
- Elastic hinges
- Gaskets
- Rubber-like figurines
- Prototypes of tires
- Bands
- Bracelets
- Phone cases
Fast extrusion
Z-FLEX can 3D print at a relatively high rate of 45mm/s. This makes this filament faster to 3D print with than most flexible materials.
Low temperature resistance
Z-FLEX can maintain its integrity in temperatures as low as -40°C. It’s perfect for models intended for very cold environments.
Chemical resistance
Z-FLEX is resistant to various chemicals including gasoline, ethyl alcohol, butane, and carbon monoxide. It’s great meant to work in industrial settings.