Ultrafuse® PP

Engineer-chosen thermoplastic for chemical-contact prototypes & tooling

Ultrafuse® PP is the go-to filament for engineers and manufacturers who need high-performance parts that can endure stress, strain, and chemically aggressive environments. This industrial-grade polypropylene offers an exceptional balance of strength, fatigue resistance, and chemical resilience – all in a material that’s fully recyclable and easy to process on standard FFF printers.

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Description

Ultrafuse® PP (Polypropylene) is engineered for demanding applications where flexibility, chemical resistance, and durability are essential. Its low density makes it ideal for weight-sensitive components, while excellent fatigue resistance ensures long-lasting performance even under repeated mechanical stress. This makes it a smart choice for producing robust prototypes, functional end-use parts, and industrial tools – especially in sectors like automotive, chemical processing, and packaging.

Thanks to its excellent chemical resistance, Ultrafuse® PP stands up to aggressive solvents and acids, allowing safe use in fluid-handling systems and chemically exposed environments. The filament is also recyclable and comes on eco-conscious spools and packaging, supporting sustainability goals without compromising mechanical performance.

Ultrafuse® PP is easy to print on standard FFF machines when used with polypropylene-compatible build surfaces. With optimized print profiles and smooth flow characteristics, it ensures reliable results with minimal warping.

Whether you’re printing functional jigs, chemical containers, or flexible enclosures, Ultrafuse® PP delivers industrial performance with added environmental value.

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Recycled Packaging

Generally recyclable

Benefits at a Glance

  • Tough and strong
  • Fatigue resistant
  • Chemical resistant
  • Light weight (low density)
  • Biocompatible

Example Applications

  • Chemical contact
  • Prototyping

Printing Guidelines*

  • Nozzle Temperature: 220-240 °C
  • Build Chamber Temperature: -
  • Bed Temperature: 60 - 80 °C
  • Bed Material: PP tape or PP adhesive
  • Nozzle Diameter: ≥ 0.4 mm
  • Print Speed: 20-300 mm / s**

Material Properties

  • Tensile Strength (MPa): 9.0 (ZX), 15.5 (XY)
  • Flexural Modulus (MPa): 380 (ZX), 494 (XZ), 575 (XY)
  • Elongation at Break: 5.4 % (ZX), 118.6 % (XY)
  • Impact Strength Izod notched (kJ/m2): 2.3 (ZX), 10.6 (XZ), 5.3 (XY)
  • Impact Strength Izod unnotched (kJ/m2): 11.6 (ZX), 37.6 (XZ), 37.7 (XY)
  • HDT @ 0.45 MPa: 54 oC

* The product data is provided in good faith and represents typical properties based on our current knowledge and experience; these data are not to be construed as specification limits or mini- mum values. Product properties may be changed without notice. This document does not create any liability, warranty or guarantee of product performance. It is the buyer’s responsibility to determine the suitability of Ultrafuse® products for the intended application.

** To achieve faster printing speeds, it may be necessary to raise the nozzle temperature. The highest speed mentioned has been determined through our latest tests, ensuring optimal surface quality with a 0.4mm nozzle and 0.2mm layer height. Please note that as printing technology and equipment evolve, we anticipate the possibility of achieving even faster speeds in the future.

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