eSUN eLastic TPE-83A White Soft Flexible TPE Filament 1 kg

eSUN TPE-83A White is a white soft flexible TPE filament for FDM/FFF 3D printing with Shore 83A hardness. It belongs to the eSUN eLastic line and is designed for elastic, soft, cushioning and pleasant-touch parts. Compared with TPU-87A and TPU-95A, TPE-83A is softer and more rubber-like, making it suitable for cases, insoles, straps, wristbands, dampers, gaskets, soft pads and sporting accessories.

The white color is convenient for paintable models, soft prototypes, wearable products, insoles, pads, decorative elements and functional parts that need a clean neutral appearance. The material provides a matte surface, pleasant soft touch, high elasticity and good impact resistance. For stable printing, TPE-83A is best used with a Direct Drive extruder, low print speed and proper filament drying before printing.

✅ Key advantages

• Shore 83A softness: softer than TPU-87A and TPU-95A, making it better for rubber-like parts.
• High flexibility: printed parts can bend, compress and return to shape.
• Pleasant soft touch: suitable for wearable products, wristbands, straps and soft pads.
• Matte surface: printed parts have a soft visual appearance without strong gloss.
• Impact resistance: a good option for dampers, protective elements and cushioning inserts.
• White color: convenient for prototypes, insoles, soft decorative parts and paintable models.
• Bending resistance: suitable for parts that are regularly deformed.
• Functional use: can be used not only for decorative models but also for working soft components.

📐 Technical specifications

Property	Value
Brand	eSUN
Line	eLastic
Material	TPE-83A
Material type	Soft flexible TPE filament
Color	White
Hardness	Shore 83A
Diameter	1.75 mm
Net weight	1 kg
Print technology	FDM / FFF
Surface	Matte, soft-touch
Recommended feeding system	Direct Drive / short filament path
Bowden / remote extruder	Not recommended
Main applications	Cases, insoles, straps, wristbands, dampers, gaskets, soft pads, sporting accessories

📊 Physical and mechanical properties

Property	Value
Density according to TDS	1.14 g/cm³
Tensile strength	32 MPa
Elongation at break	420%
Melt flow index	N/A
Flexural strength	N/A
Flexural modulus	N/A
IZOD impact strength	N/A
Heat deflection temperature	N/A
Material behavior	Soft, flexible, elastic, impact-resistant, rubber-like

⚙️ Recommended Printing Parameters

Parameter	Recommended value
Drying before printing	55 ℃ for more than 4 hours
Nozzle temperature	220–250 ℃
Bed temperature	45–60 ℃
Printing speed	20–50 mm/s
Recommended starting speed	20–30 mm/s for first tests
Fan speed	100%
Retraction	Minimal, tune by testing
Recommended extruder	Direct Drive / short filament path
Build surface	PEI, textured PEI sheet, glass with adhesive or another TPE/TPU-compatible surface

🔧 Printing recommendations

• Dry the filament at 55 ℃ for more than 4 hours before printing.
• Use a Direct Drive extruder or the shortest possible filament path.
• A long Bowden path is not recommended: soft TPE can compress, bend and feed inconsistently.
• For first tests, start at 20–30 mm/s.
• Minimize retraction to avoid stretching and compression of the soft filament in the feeding path.
• Do not overtighten the extruder gear: excessive pressure can deform the filament.
• Avoid sharp bends between the spool and the extruder.
• Use a filament dry box or eBOX during long print jobs.
• If bubbles, popping, stringing, haze or unstable extrusion appear, dry the material again.
• After long print jobs, cleaning filament can be used to clean the nozzle.

🧩 Best applications

• 📱 Soft cases for phones, cameras, remote controls and electronics.
• ⌚ Watch straps, wristbands, wearable accessories and soft mounts.
• 👟 Insoles, shoe inserts, soft sole elements and cushioning parts.
• 🛡️ Dampers, buffers, protective pads and shock-absorbing inserts.
• 🏃 Sporting accessories, knee pads, pads and soft equipment elements.
• 🚁 Flexible parts for drones, RC models and protective elements.
• 🔩 Gaskets, seals, vibration-isolating elements and soft technical parts.
• 🎨 White paintable models, soft mockups and decorative prototypes.

✅ 3D printer compatibility

eSUN TPE-83A White is compatible with FDM/FFF 3D printers using 1.75 mm filament and supporting a 220–250 ℃ nozzle temperature range. It can be printed on Bambu Lab, Creality, Prusa, Anycubic, Elegoo, Sovol, QIDI, Flashforge and other 3D printers when soft flexible filament feeding is properly tuned.

For TPE-83A, Direct Drive extruders are preferred. Bowden systems or remote extruders are not recommended because soft Shore 83A material is difficult to push reliably through a long tube. Stable results require a short filament path, low speed, minimal retraction, correct extruder gear pressure and dry filament.

📦 Storage and preparation

• Store the filament in a cool, dry place.
• After opening, keep the spool in a sealed bag or container with desiccant.
• Before important prints, dry the material at 55 ℃ for more than 4 hours.
• For long print jobs, using a filament dry box is recommended.
• Do not leave the spool in a humid room for a long time.

📄 File Download: technical files and certificates

• Parameters for Bambu Lab & Creality — starting print settings for popular 3D printers.
• TDS — technical data sheet.
• MSDS/SDS — material safety data sheet.
• RoHS — restricted substances report.
• REACH — SVHC report.

🛡️ Safety and certification

TPE-83A is not classified as a hazardous chemical under GHS, but standard safety measures should be followed during printing and post-processing. Print in a well-ventilated area, avoid overheating, open flames, sparks and hot surfaces. During mechanical processing of printed parts, safety glasses and a mask are recommended if dust is generated.

According to official eSUN documentation, TDS, MSDS/SDS, RoHS and REACH files are available for TPE-83A. Certificates and reports confirm tested samples, but they are not a universal guarantee for every finished part, especially if the part is used in skin-contact, children’s products, food-contact applications or special technical conditions.

❓ FAQ

 

 

Is TPE-83A softer than TPU-87A?

Yes. TPE-83A has Shore 83A hardness, so it is softer and more rubber-like than TPU-87A Shore 87A.

How is TPE-83A different from TPU-95A?

TPU-95A is harder, easier to print and better suited for denser functional parts. TPE-83A is softer, more elastic and better for parts requiring soft touch and cushioning behavior.

Can TPE-83A be printed on a Bowden printer?

It is not recommended. TPE-83A prints better with Direct Drive or the shortest possible filament path because soft filament may compress and feed inconsistently in a long tube.

Does TPE-83A need drying?

Yes. Drying at 55 ℃ for more than 4 hours before printing is recommended. Dry material prints more consistently and produces fewer bubbles and strings.

What is white TPE-83A best for?

White TPE-83A is suitable for soft cases, insoles, wristbands, straps, dampers, gaskets, soft pads, sporting accessories, flexible technical parts and paintable models.

Is TPE-83A suitable for beginners?

TPE-83A is harder to print than PLA, PETG and stiffer TPU materials. For first experience with flexible filaments, a Direct Drive printer and low speed around 20–30 mm/s are recommended.

 

 

🚀 Why buy

eSUN TPE-83A White is a strong choice for printing soft, flexible and rubber-like white parts. It is suitable for products that should feel pleasant to touch, absorb impact, bend and return to shape. If TPU-95A is too stiff and TPU-87A is still not soft enough, eSUN TPE-83A White is suitable for soft cases, insoles, wristbands, straps, dampers, sporting accessories, prototypes and flexible technical parts.