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TPU Flexible Part Cost Calculator

Calculate print cost for flexible TPU 95A/85A parts accounting for slow extrusion rates and higher print times.

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Raw material spool/resin bottle cost

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Finished model net mass including support waste

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Total machine execution time

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Total Internal Direct Cost:

$19.04

$0.159 / gram • Total Energy: 1.61 kWh

Recommended Quote Price

$27.60

Profit Margin:

+$8.57

Cost Composition Breakdown

Total: $19.04
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Material
$5.04(26%)
Electricity
$0.26(1%)
Depreciation
$3.74(20%)
Labor
$10.00(53%)
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Comprehensive Guide: TPU Flexible Part Cost Calculator

TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) flexible parts require specialized low-speed extrusion (15-30 mm/s) to prevent filament buckling in direct drive extruders. As a result, TPU print times are 2x to 3x longer than rigid materials, driving up machine depreciation and hourly power costs.

Mathematical Formula Breakdown

TPU Cost is driven heavily by Machine Overhead (Hours × Machine Hourly Rate) due to slow volumetric flow rates (typically 2-4 mm³/s max).

Industry Pricing Benchmarks

TPU spools cost $35 - $60 per kg. Custom flexible seals, gaskets, and phone cases command $0.30 - $0.50 per gram in custom print shops.

Optimization Strategies

  • Use direct drive extruders to allow higher speed settings without clogging.
  • Keep retractions low (0.5mm max) to avoid grinding flexible filament in drive gears.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are TPU prints so expensive?

Because TPU must be printed very slowly to avoid extruder jams, a part that takes 3 hours in PLA can take 9 hours in TPU, tripling the machine labor cost.