The varioShore collection
From impact-absorbing TPU to energy-returning PEBA. Choose the level of softness, support and response that fits your application.
And while footwear is a great example of what these materials can do, the possibilities go far beyond shoes. Explore, experiment and discover what varioShore can bring to your own applications.
Key varioShore features
• Shore 55A–95A in one spool
• Temperature-controlled density
• 60% lighter when foamed
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TPU 95A
This is our first and original varioShore TPU. Used and trusted by many makers and businesses.
- Energy Absorbing
- Lightweight material
- Adjustable softness by print settings
- firmer than TPU 85A
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TPU 85A
Softer than our original TPU 95A, with excellent impact absorption. A new level of softness that opens up even more possibilities.
- Energy Absorbing
- Lightweight material
- Adjustable softness by print settings
- Softer than TPU 95A
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TPU Prosthetic
A foamable TPU with added silver, developed specifically for prosthetic and orthotic applications.
- Energy Absorbing
- Lightweight material
- Adjustable softness by print settings
- Ideal for prosthetics
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PEBA 40D/85A
The softer PEBA option for dynamic flexible parts where energy return and a more compliant response are important.
- High Energy Return
- Ultra Lightweight
- Adjustable softness by print settings
- Extreme Flexibility
- Softer than PEBA 45D
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PEBA 45D/95A
The firmer PEBA option for applications that combine energy return with a more supportive feel.
- High Energy Return
- Ultra Lightweight
- Adjustable softness by print settings
- Extreme Flexibility
- Firmer than PEBA 40D
varioShore TPU or varioShore PEBA?
With varioShore, both give you something extra: the ability to use foaming to tune weight and softness during printing.
TPU - Flex & Absorb
TPU is made for applications where flexibility and energy absorption matter. It helps absorb and dissipate energy under load, making it well suited for cushioning, impact damping and other applications that benefit from a controlled, flexible response.
What makes varioShore TPU different is the added foaming technology. During printing, the material expands, allowing you to create parts that are lighter and softer than the filament would normally allow. By adjusting your print settings, you can control the amount of foaming and tune the final feel of your part.
Within the range, 85A is softer than our original 95A, opening up even more possibilities for soft and cushioning applications.
PEBA - Flex & Return
PEBA combines flexibility with high energy return. It recovers quickly after compression and returns energy, making it especially interesting for dynamic applications where rebound and responsiveness matter.
With varioShore PEBA, we bring our foaming technology to an energy-returning material. This combines the responsive character of PEBA with the ability to create lighter, softer parts through controlled foaming.
Within the range, 40D/85A is softer than 45D/95A. Choose 40D for a softer response, or 45D when you want a firmer feel while maintaining the energy-returning characteristics of PEBA.
Choose TPU to flex and absorb energy, or PEBA to flex and return it. Combine the two when your design can benefit from the best of both.
Combining varioShore TPU and PEBA
When combining varioShore TPU 85A or 95A with varioShore PEBA 40D or 45D, we recommend using beam interlocking. This creates a mechanical connection between the materials, as shown in the cross-section render, where the two materials interlock like small fingers.
Filament profiles
Our downloadable Filament Profiles have been updated with our latest filaments and contain the recommended settings for supported printers and slicers. Prefer to create or fine-tune your own profile? Use the Basic printing settings (see the table below) as a starting point and adjust them to your printer.
Basic print settings
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TPU 95A
Higher temperatures increase foaming and result in a softer, lighter print.
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TPU 85A
Higher temperatures increase foaming and result in a softer, lighter print.
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TPU Prosthetic
Higher temperatures increase foaming and result in a softer, lighter print.
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PEBA 40D / 85A
Higher temperatures increase foaming and result in a softer, lighter print.
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PEBA 45D / 95A
Higher temperatures increase foaming and result in a softer, lighter print.
Custom filament development (B2B)
At colorFabb we offer tailored services to meet the unique needs of your varioShore projects. Are you looking for a specific color, detailed technical specifications, or are you interested in advancing your product through research and development?
We are here to support you at every step.
From Idea to Innovative Filament – Together with You
At colorFabb, everything revolves around innovation and customization. In the Research & Development department, I work on the next big step in 3D printing. Do you have an idea for a new filament? A specific application for which existing material just doesn't meet the requirements? Then we dive into the world of materials and technology together to develop the perfect filament.
Every development starts with a question. A challenge. A wish.
From there, we start the research: which raw materials, which properties and which performances are needed? We test and optimize formulas, so that your idea becomes reality. Do you want extra strong, flexible materials or filaments with other unique functional properties – we make it work!
We believe that the best innovations come from collaboration.
So do you have a challenge for us?
Let us know, and let's build the future of 3D printing together!
Gijs, Research & development, colorFabb
Got a bold, innovative idea?
Let's make it real.
Smart foaming technology for smarter prints.