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EPU 40 | Elastomeric Polyurethane
3D Printing Services

Digital Light Processing Material
Lead Time
1 – 4 Days

EPU 40 | Elastomeric Polyurethane Description

Carbon’s EPU 40 is a high-performance elastomeric polyurethane material. It offers excellent elastic recovery, tear resistance, and high impact strength. This material is made for 3D printing, making it perfect for creating durable and flexible parts like gaskets and seals. 

EPU 40 works well in many areas, such as automotive, industrial, and medical devices. It is also resistant to various chemicals and environmental factors, which helps extend the life of the parts made from it. With its strong properties and versatility, Carbon’s EPU 40 is a solid choice for anyone looking to produce rugged and reliable parts.

List of 3D-Printed EPU 40 Characteristics

  • Black
  • Biocompatible*
  • Chemical Resistant
  • Elastomeric
  • Flexible
  • Impact Resistant
  • Tear and Wear Resistant

*Special processing may be required. Please notify us of any biocompatibility needs.

List of 3D-Printed EPU 40 Applications

  • Consumer Products
  • Cushioning
  • Foam Replacement
  • Gaskets
  • Industrial 
  • Seals
  • Shock Absorption 

List of Industries that use 3D-Printed EPU 40

  • Aerospace
  • Automotive
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Defense
  • Industrial Equipment
  • Medical
  • Prototyping
Why should you choose EPU 40 for your project?

Carbon’s EPU 40 elastomeric polyurethane is highly durable, flexible, and chemical-resistant, making it an excellent choice for many uses. It has strong tensile strength and can stretch well, ensuring it performs reliably. The surface finish is superb, allowing for precise details, which is helpful for complex shapes. Additionally, EPU 40 absorbs very little moisture and is stable against UV light, helping your final product last longer and work better.

Finishes for digital light processing printed EPU 40.

Prototek Digital Manufacturing is proud to offer a wide range of high-quality digital light processing (DLP) finishes tailored to perfectly match your specific manufacturing requirements. Leveraging our cutting-edge DLP technology, we guarantee exceptional surface quality, dimensional accuracy, and superior performance and reliability for all your parts. 

EPU 40 Properties

Tolerance Guide
Based on a .08 in wall thickness.
General Accuracy
± 0.003 in + 0.010 in/in
Production Repeatability
(95% of points)
± 0.003 in
Additional XYZ Scale Factor
(Wall Thickness)
0.02 in: 1.015
0.04 in: 1.012
0.1 in: 1.010
0.3 in: 1.000

Mechanical Properties

Tensile Strength
1300 psi
Tensile Modulus
1200 psi
Tensile Elongation at Break
300%
Tolerance Guide
Based on a 2 mm wall thickness.
General Accuracy
± 0.075 mm + 0.25 mm/mm
Production Repeatability
(95% of points)
± 0.075 mm
Additional XYZ Scale Factor
(Wall Thickness)
0.5 mm: 1.015
1 mm: 1.012
2.5 mm: 1.010
7.6 mm: 1.000

Mechanical Properties

Tensile Strength
9 MPa
Tensile Modulus
8 MPa
Tensile Elongation at Break
300%

Resources

Material Manufacturer: Carbon

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