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TPU Flexible Filament Settings Guide

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Print TPU slowly through a constrained low-friction path, keep retraction conservative, and dry the spool before chasing slicer settings.

Material SettingsMedium17 min

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Step 1

Dry the spool according to its manufacturer.

Step 2

Inspect and constrain the path from gear to hotend.

Step 3

Use a smooth low-resistance spool holder.

Step 4

Start with the printer maker’s TPU profile.

Step 5

Reduce speed and volumetric demand.

Step 6

Use low retraction and tune cautiously.

Step 7

Test supports and bridge limits on a small sample.

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