Fast-Printing Flexible TPU for Durable Functional Parts

NinjaTek Cheetah TPU 95A is engineered to bridge the gap between rigid engineering materials and highly flexible elastomers. Designed for users who need exceptional durability, impact resistance, and production-friendly print speeds, Cheetah TPU delivers the flexibility of TPU with printing characteristics that are significantly easier to manage than softer flexible materials.

In Midnight Black, this filament provides a clean, professional finish suitable for prototypes, end-use parts, robotics, industrial fixtures, sporting goods, and protective components. Its unique balance of toughness and flexibility makes it a popular choice for makers, engineers, educators, and production environments looking for reliable flexible filament performance.

With a Shore hardness of 95A, patented low-friction exterior, and the ability to print at speeds exceeding many traditional TPU materials, NinjaTek Cheetah helps users achieve strong, resilient parts without sacrificing workflow efficiency.

Key Features & Benefits

• Premium TPU filament with Shore 95A hardness
• Midnight Black color for professional-looking finished parts
• 1.75mm diameter for broad FDM printer compatibility
• 0.5kg spool ideal for prototyping and small-batch production
• Faster printing capability than many flexible filaments
• Patented low-friction exterior for smooth filament feeding
• Up to 580% elongation at break
• Impact strength up to 84% greater than ABS
• Abrasion resistance 40% greater than ABS and 76% greater than PLA
• Excellent chemical resistance for demanding applications
• Consistent diameter for reliable extrusion and print quality
• Durable enough for functional and end-use components

Built for Speed, Toughness, and Reliability

Many flexible filaments require extremely slow print speeds and extensive tuning. Cheetah TPU was developed to simplify flexible printing while maintaining outstanding mechanical performance.

Its proprietary formulation allows users to print flexible parts faster than traditional ultra-soft TPU materials, making it an excellent choice for production workflows, rapid prototyping, and applications where throughput matters. The material combines elasticity with exceptional toughness, helping printed parts withstand repeated use, impact, abrasion, and wear.

Print Quality and Surface Finish

Cheetah TPU produces smooth, durable parts with excellent layer adhesion and a clean surface finish. The Midnight Black color is especially well-suited for professional prototypes, industrial components, and consumer products where appearance matters alongside performance.

Users can expect:

• Strong layer bonding
• Excellent durability
• Reduced brittleness
• Consistent extrusion
• Smooth finished surfaces
• Long-lasting flexibility
• Reliable dimensional stability

The filament's low-friction exterior also contributes to dependable feeding performance, reducing common challenges associated with flexible materials.

Typical Applications and Use Cases

NinjaTek Cheetah TPU is frequently used for:

• Robotics components
• Protective cases and housings
• Sporting goods
• Automotive accessories
• Industrial fixtures
• Flexible mounts and brackets
• Wear-resistant parts
• Impact-resistant prototypes
• Vibration-dampening components
• Consumer product development
• Custom grips and handles
• Functional end-use parts

Its combination of flexibility, abrasion resistance, and impact strength makes it particularly attractive for applications that experience repeated movement, shock, or mechanical stress.

Material and Printer Compatibility

NinjaTek Cheetah TPU 95A is compatible with most FDM and FFF 3D printers capable of processing TPU materials.

Compatible platforms commonly include:

• Direct-drive 3D printers
• TPU-capable Bowden systems
• Open-material desktop printers
• Professional FDM printers
• Engineering and prototyping platforms

Recommended printing guidelines include:

• Nozzle temperature: 225°C–250°C
• Bed temperature: Room temperature to 50°C
• Glue recommended when additional bed adhesion is required
• Top and bottom print speeds: 25–45 mm/sec
• Infill print speeds: 50–80 mm/sec
• Cooling fan may be used after the initial layers

Why Users Choose NinjaTek Cheetah TPU

Cheetah TPU has earned a strong reputation among makers, engineers, educators, and print farms because it delivers a rare combination of flexibility, toughness, and productivity.

Users often select Cheetah over softer TPU materials when they need:

• Faster print speeds
• Easier filament handling
• Greater impact resistance
• Better abrasion resistance
• Durable functional parts
• Reliable production performance

Its balanced 95A hardness provides flexibility where needed while maintaining enough rigidity for many engineering and industrial applications.

Upgrade Your Flexible Printing Workflow

Whether you're developing functional prototypes, manufacturing durable custom components, or producing impact-resistant end-use parts, NinjaTek Cheetah TPU 95A Midnight Black delivers the speed, toughness, and reliability demanded by modern 3D printing applications. Add a trusted engineering-grade TPU filament to your workshop and create flexible parts that are built to perform.