Advanced PEBA filament for lightweight, high-performance 3D printing

VARIOSHORE PEBA 40D/85A NATURAL is a premium engineering-grade flexible filament based on Polyether Block Amide (PEBA). Designed for demanding functional applications, this material combines excellent flexibility with low weight, high resilience and outstanding energy return.

PEBA offers a unique balance between softness and mechanical strength, allowing printed parts to recover quickly after repeated compression or bending. The result is lightweight components that remain durable, responsive and reliable during long-term use.

Compared to standard TPU, PEBA delivers higher rebound, improved fatigue resistance and better low-temperature flexibility, making it an excellent material for advanced engineering projects and professional 3D printing.

Why choose VARIOSHORE PEBA?

VARIOSHORE PEBA has been developed for users who need more than a traditional flexible filament. Its unique material properties make it suitable for applications where weight reduction, durability and dynamic performance are equally important.

• Excellent energy return and rebound
• Lightweight engineering material
• Outstanding flexibility
• High resilience after repeated deformation
• Excellent fatigue resistance
• Reliable long-term durability
• Maintains flexibility at low temperatures
• Good resistance to oils, greases and many industrial chemicals

These characteristics make PEBA an excellent alternative to conventional TPU when higher performance, improved responsiveness and lower weight are required.

Ideal for functional end-use parts

Thanks to its excellent combination of flexibility, resilience and durability, VARIOSHORE PEBA is perfectly suited for manufacturing functional components that experience continuous movement, impact or repeated loading.

Typical applications include:

• Footwear and midsoles
• Orthotics and insoles
• Sports equipment
• Robot grippers and soft robotics
• Flexible seals and gaskets
• Wearable products
• Protective equipment
• Industrial vibration dampers

Exceptional rebound performance

One of the defining characteristics of PEBA is its exceptional energy return. After compression or flexing, printed parts recover rapidly to their original shape while efficiently returning stored energy. This creates components with a noticeably more responsive and dynamic feel compared to traditional TPU materials.

The combination of high elasticity and fast recovery makes PEBA particularly suitable for applications involving cushioning, repeated impacts or continuous mechanical movement.

Reliable performance in demanding environments

VARIOSHORE PEBA maintains its flexibility across a wide temperature range, including colder environments where many flexible materials become significantly stiffer. Its excellent fatigue resistance and chemical resistance make it suitable for industrial, outdoor and high-performance engineering applications.

Printing recommendations

For the best printing results, PEBA should be kept dry before and during printing. Like many engineering-grade flexible materials, it absorbs moisture from the air, which can affect print quality and surface finish.

• Dry filament before printing
• Store in a sealed container with desiccant
• Print directly from a dry box whenever possible
• Use moderate print speeds
• Reduce unnecessary retractions
• Direct-drive extruders are recommended for optimal filament control

With the correct print settings and proper filament storage, VARIOSHORE PEBA delivers consistent print quality and outstanding mechanical performance for demanding functional 3D printing applications.