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Taulman T-lyne

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Copolyester (PET) that stands out for its flexibility, durability and its glass finish.

The filament for 3D printing T-lyne is an achievement achieved by the cooperation of two companies each referring in its field. On the one hand Taulman3D, a worldwide reference company in innovation in 3D printing filaments, and on the other hand the reference company in chemical industries DuPont Packaging & Industrial Polymers (DuPont).

Both companies have developed the new flexible and durable material known as T-lyne which uses DuPont™ Surlyn® ionomer (material used for coating golf balls and bowls because of its high impact strength and durability). T-lyne is a unique crystalline polyethylene (PET) copolymer specifically developed for high durability, flexibility, unique viscosity and a wide temperature range of printing. To achieve the crystalline finish, it is necessary to print with high layer sizes and with a low speed at temperatures between the range 185-242ºC.

3D printing T-lyne filament complies with FDA 21CFR 177.1330 (a) and can be potentially used in prosthetics where the most peculiar feature is the ability to adapt by immersing a part in hot water, make some minor adjustments, then return to cool the piece and the adjusted part will keep the modifications made as if they were printed with that definitive shape.

For many years the clinics have used polyethylene devices, temporary molds and corrective positioning components to meet the exact needs of the end user. The transparency of T-lyne allows to see up to a maximum of 5-8 perimeter of expesor and therefore to determine where adjustments must be made in the prosthesis. T-lyne has a surface that is not slippery, which makes hand tools made with the T-Lyne filament do not slip from the hand.

Taulman T-Lyne filament is ideal if you are looking for a durable material with flexibility similar to that of the PCTPE Nylon and with a crystalline finish to make parts in the 3D printer. It is the first PET copolyester filament with such a high and at the same time resilient flexibility.

In addition, the 3D printing T-lyne  filament is easily printed on hot and cold (40 °C) printing surfaces such as Magigoo, 3DLac, BuildTak, PEI, borosilicate glass, acrylic, Kapton Tape, etc. So the warping effect is very small.

Elongation at break (%) 3
Tensile strength (MPa) 40
Tensile modulus (MPa) 400
Flexural strength (MPa) 40
Flexural modulus (MPa) 400
Softening temperature (ºC) 77
Flexibility Flexibility
Lightweight Lightweight
Chemical resistance Chemical resistance
Alimentary use Alimentary use
Medical use Medical use
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Although the ideal temperature may vary on each 3D printer, the average for printing the T-Lyne Dupont filament is 220 °C. Printing too high a temperature may cause bubbles in the print and if the print low temperature can have a completely opaque finish.


It is advisable to use the lower fans. Due to this it is important to adjust the ideal temperature depending on each extruder used. The filament is suitable for any type of nozzle, although the recommended one is 0.4mm. At a printing speed of 20 mm/s.

General information
Manufacturer Taulman (USA)
Material Polyethylene - PET
Format Pack of 50 g
Spool of 0.45 kg (1 lb)
Density 0.97 g/cm3
Diameter of filament 1.75 or 2.85 mm
Diameter tolerance ±0,05mm
Filament length ±192 m (Ø 1.75 mm-0.45Kg)
±73 m (Ø 2.85 mm-0.45Kg)
Color Natural / Clear
RAL/Pantone -
Print settings
Printing temperature 220ºC (185-242ºC)
Print bed temperature 20-60ºC
Chamber temperature Not necessary
Cooling fan Recommended
Recommended printing speed 20 mm/s
Mechanical properties
Izod impact strength -
Charpy impact strength -
Elongation at break (ASTM D638 - ISO 527-2) 320%
Tensile strength (ASTM D638 - ISO 527-2) 31 MPa
Tensile Modulus 490 MPa
Flexural strength -
Flexural modulus -
Surface hardness (ASTM D2240 - ISO 868) Shore 65D
Thermal properties
Softening temperature (ASTM D1525 - ISO 306) 53ºC
Melting temperature 84 ºC
Specific properties
Transparency Very high (91%)
FDA certification Yes (Norme 21CFR 177.1330-a)
Inflammability  No
Additional Information
HS Code 3916.9
Diameter coil (outer) 200 mm 
Diameter coil (inner hole) 50 mm 
Coil Width 50 mm 


* The typical values detailed in this table should be considered as a reference. Actual values may vary depending on the 3D printer model used, part design and printing conditions. We recommend confirming the results and final properties with own tests. For more information you should consult the technical data sheet of the product.

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