Filaflex Foamy Footwearology edition

Unique Characteristics of Filaflex FOAMY

This material contains a foaming agent that activates during printing, causing the material to expand when heated. At 100% flow, the line width expands approximately 37.5% more than the nozzle diameter. To achieve the desired line width, flow rate must be reduced to compensate for this expansion.

🎨 COLOR AND FOAMING EFFECT: The material becomes lighter in color as foaming increases. Higher temperatures and lower flow rates will result in more foaming and consequently lighter coloring. This effect is normal and indicates proper activation of the foaming agent.

🎯 Advanced Weight Reduction & Foaming Control

Further Weight Optimization:

• Flow rate can be reduced to 60% to achieve maximum weight reduction
• Lower volumetric speed allows more time for the foaming agent to activate during extrusion

Fine-tuning Guidelines:

• The optimal balance between flow rate and volumetric speed depends on:
  • Your specific printer's characteristics
  • Part geometry and requirements
  • Desired level of foaming effect
• Start with our recommended settings (75% flow) and gradually adjust:
  • Reduce flow rate in 5% increments (down to 60%)
  • Decrease volumetric speed by 10-15% to allow more foaming time
  • Monitor line width consistency and material color change

⚠️ Important Consideration: Lighter material color indicates increased foaming activation. Aim for consistent color throughout your print to ensure uniform material properties.