Uploaded March 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
What are the limits of TPU? It seems nearly indestructible, so let's find out!
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TPU Is an incredible material for certain applications, like bumpers, clamp pads, and lathe belts.... what? Lathe Belts? Well maybe yes or maybe no, that's what this video aims to find out.
The more I use TPU the more I want to use it, and now that they have High Flow TPU it isn't as much of a pain to wait for those prints to finish. The TPU I've been using is limited to 3.6mm³/s, which for a fast printer, is quite slow. Luckily we don't lose all of the print time since we still have fast moves and accelerations.
Using TPU for a lathe belt was just an idea that I had to try and save money and I thought it would be interesting to see if the properties of TPU lines up with what was necessary for a lathe belt.
TPU Soft Jaws:
makerworld.com/en/models/400683#profileId-302192
TPU Quick Grip Clamp Pads
makerworld.com/en/models/400537#profileId-302053
TPU Tamiya RC Car Bumper
makerworld.com/en/models/400588#profileId-302103
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You told me my Allen keys were no good, so I bought these!
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CREALITY PRINTERS
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#QIDI Q1
#QIDI 3D Printer
What are the limits of TPU? It seems nearly indestructible, so let's find out!
Help support this channel! patreon.com/Needitmakeit
TPU Is an incredible material for certain applications, like bumpers, clamp pads, and lathe belts.... what? Lathe Belts? Well maybe yes or maybe no, that's what this video aims to find out.
The more I use TPU the more I want to use it, and now that they have High Flow TPU it isn't as much of a pain to wait for those prints to finish. The TPU I've been using is limited to 3.6mm³/s, which for a fast printer, is quite slow. Luckily we don't lose all of the print time since we still have fast moves and accelerations.
Using TPU for a lathe belt was just an idea that I had to try and save money and I thought it would be interesting to see if the properties of TPU lines up with what was necessary for a lathe belt.
TPU Soft Jaws:
makerworld.com/en/models/400683#profileId-302192
TPU Quick Grip Clamp Pads
makerworld.com/en/models/400537#profileId-302053
TPU Tamiya RC Car Bumper
makerworld.com/en/models/400588#profileId-302103
Another way to support this channel indirectly is through my affiliate links (where I receive a small commission). It helps me to continue to provide high-quality content videos. Thank you for your support!
You told me my Allen keys were no good, so I bought these!
amzn.to/3xbTnUB (US)
amzn.to/49hxLnh (CAN)
QIDI ***Q1 PRO*** (Supports the channel)
qidi3d.com/products/q1-pro?sca_ref=5735403.eknTRISP1e
BAMBU PRINTERS
shrsl.com/4aghz
CREALITY PRINTERS
shrsl.com/4aghy
#QIDI Q1 Pro
#QIDI Q1
#QIDI 3D Printer
