Z-FLEX

Z-FLEX is a thermoplastic polyester elastomer that can be 3D printed at a relatively fast rate of 45 mm/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.

Available Colors

Black
Dedicated for Container Weight Diameter Extrusion
Zortrax M200 Plus spool 800 g ± 5% 1.75 mm Single
Zortrax M300 Plus
Zortrax Inventure
Zortrax M300 Dual
Key Properties Metric Imperial Test Method
Shore Hardness 31D 31D ISO 868:1998
Elongation at Break 3319.12% 3319.12% ISO 527:1998
Resistance to Surface Abrasion 95 mg 1.46 gr D1044 (wheel H-18)
A shock absorber dust cover 3D printed with Z-FLEX to obtain both flexibility and high chemical resistance of the part.

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