Z Polymers Tullomer

The evolution of technical filaments for 3D printing reaches a new level with Tullomer from Z-Polymers, a superpolymer developed to offer extraordinary mechanical performance in applications where conventional materials are no longer an option. Designed for industrial additive manufacturing, this engineering 3D filament combines exceptional strength, outstanding dimensional stability, and remarkable chemical resistance in an ultralight material that opens up a new generation of technical applications.

Compared to materials traditionally used in highly demanding sectors, such as PEEK, PEKK, PAEK, ULTEM, aluminum, steel, magnesium, or Nylon CF, Tullomer represents an innovative alternative capable of offering comparable performance with greater ease of printing and superior efficiency in numerous industrial processes.

An ultra-resistant 3D filament that pushes the boundaries of traditional polymers

Z-Polymers Tullomer is the first liquid crystal polymer (LCP) based filament designed for 3D printing. Developed with an innovative molecular architecture based on oriented nematic structures, its internal organization allows the molecules to maintain their alignment during the extrusion process, providing extraordinary strength in the direction of alignment.

The result is an industrial filament for 3D printing capable of achieving strength up to six times greater than steel relative to its molecular structure, while weighing only a sixth as much. This combination makes Tullomer one of the most advanced materials for manufacturing lightweight, strong components that are ready to perform under extreme conditions.

A true alternative to PEEK, PEKK, ULTEM, and metallic materials

3D printing with materials like PEEK or PEKK typically requires industrial printers with extremely high temperatures and post-processing methods such as annealing to guarantee final properties. Tullomer was created precisely to eliminate many of these limitations without sacrificing the performance characteristic of the most advanced engineering polymers.

Thanks to its high dimensional stability, this filament minimizes shrinkage during printing, significantly reduces warping, and eliminates the need for post-annealing treatments. This allows for the production of functional parts with higher precision, shorter production times, and exceptional repeatability.

Maximum mechanical strength with extraordinarily low weight

One of the greatest attributes of Z-Polymers Tullomer is its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio. The manufacturing of ultralight structural parts allows metal components to be replaced while maintaining high mechanical performance.

Its high stiffness makes this material an ideal solution for industrial tools, tooling, load-bearing elements, mechanical components, structural supports, functional parts, and applications where every gram of weight represents a competitive advantage.

Chemical resistance and thermal stability for the most demanding environments

In addition to its extraordinary mechanical strength, Tullomer stands out for offering some of the highest chemical resistance available among 3D printing polymers.

Its highly crystalline structure provides superior protection against aggressive chemicals, moisture, oils, fuels, solvents, and industrial products, making it possible to manufacture components for sectors such as oil and gas, automotive, chemical industry, heavy machinery, advanced manufacturing, or technical instrumentation.

Its excellent thermal performance maintains part stability even in applications subjected to high temperatures, offering a highly competitive alternative to other technical thermoplastics.

FDM 3D printing with superior dimensional stability

Dimensional accuracy is one of the most critical aspects when manufacturing functional parts. Z-Polymers Tullomer exhibits practically negligible shrinkage during printing, making it possible to achieve components with very tight tolerances and excellent repeatability.

Its low coefficient of thermal expansion improves the performance of large-format parts and applications where geometric stability is critical, reducing warping and improving final quality.

Advanced dielectric properties for electronics and high frequency

Another differentiating aspect of this superpolymer lies in its excellent dielectric properties.

Its low dielectric constant, minimal signal loss, and stability up to very high frequencies make this material a particularly suitable solution for applications related to advanced electronics, antennas, radomes, telecommunications, electric vehicles, electrical insulation, and components for radio frequency systems.

Self-extinguishing, recyclable, and fiber-free material

Unlike many filaments reinforced with carbon or glass fiber, Tullomer achieves outstanding mechanical behavior without the need for continuous reinforcements.

This allows for the manufacturing of more homogeneous parts that are fully recyclable and have a lower environmental impact during production. Furthermore, its self-extinguishing nature increases safety in industrial applications where fire resistance is a fundamental requirement.

Multi-material printing for manufacturing engineering parts

Z-Polymers Tullomer has been designed to take advantage of multi-material printing using FDM printers equipped with dual extruders.

The ability to combine this superpolymer with other materials makes it possible to reinforce only the areas subjected to the highest mechanical stress, optimizing material consumption, reducing final weight, and increasing the structural performance of each component.

This strategy transforms a conventional high-performance FDM printer into a true manufacturing system for engineering composite materials.

Industrial applications of Z-Polymers Tullomer filament

The mechanical, chemical, and thermal properties of this material make it a particularly suitable solution for manufacturing functional parts aimed at sectors where reliability is critical. Among its main applications are aerospace components, automotive, robotics, industrial tooling, machinery manufacturing, chemical industry, oil and gas, advanced electronics, electrical devices, precision molds, production tools, structural supports, components for electric vehicles, industrial automation parts, and the manufacturing of high-performance technical components.

The new benchmark in technical filaments for industrial 3D printing

The emergence of Z-Polymers Tullomer represents a major breakthrough within the market for engineering filaments for FDM 3D printing. Its combination of mechanical strength comparable to reinforced materials, extraordinary dimensional stability, high chemical resistance, advanced thermal behavior, low weight, and ease of manufacturing positions this material among the most innovative solutions for professional additive manufacturing.

For engineers, R&D departments, industrial manufacturers, technology centers, and companies looking to take 3D printing to a new level, Tullomer represents a new generation of high-performance 3D filament, ready to replace traditional materials in applications where previously it was only possible to resort to extremely high-cost polymers or even metallic components.