{"title":"Airless Basketball Filament","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot all flexible materials are created equal. Printing a functional ball requires a precise balance of elasticity and layer adhesion. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAirless Basketball Filament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Fast Rebound TPU) is scientifically formulated to withstand high-impact dribbling while maintaining the structural integrity of complex lattice designs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon't waste hours printing with generic TPU that feels \"dead\"—choose the material that bounces back.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e78% Energy Return (PEBA): \u003c\/strong\u003eSuperior bounce and rebound compared to standard TPU options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAirless Lattice Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for complex geometric patterns that absorb impact and spring back instantly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight Construction: \u003c\/strong\u003e15-20% lighter than TPU while maintaining superior strength and durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZero Inflation Maintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003ePrint once, play forever—no pumps, no punctures, no air leaks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional-Grade Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used by athletes, makers, and sports equipment designers worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Shipping: \u003c\/strong\u003eOrders ship within 24 hours from US\/EU warehouses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy PEBA is the King of Airless Balls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrinting an airless basketball is a test of material science. Most filaments fail because they are either too stiff (PLA\/PETG) or absorb too much energy (TPU).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚡78% Energy Return: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the magic number. Our Rebound PEBA acts like a spring. When the ball hits the ground, the lattice structure compresses and explodes back into shape, mimicking the air pressure of a real basketball.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🪶 Lightweight Durability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA regulation basketball weighs about 600g. PEBA is significantly less dense than TPU (1.01 g\/cm³ vs 1.22 g\/cm³), allowing you to print a full-size lattice ball that meets regulation weight without being heavy or sluggish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔩Snap-Back Toughness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAirless balls take thousands of impacts. Our material is designed to withstand repetitive compression without cracking or permanently deforming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Print Your Airless Basketball\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrinting a complex lattice structure requires precision. Follow these tips for success with Siraya Tech filaments:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry It First: \u003c\/strong\u003ePEBA is sensitive to moisture. Dry your spool at 55°C-60°C for at least 4 hours before printing to prevent stinging and weak layers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGo Slow: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is a high-performance elastomer. Print at 20-40mm\/s for the outer walls to ensure perfect layer bonding. Rushing the print can cause the delicate lattice struts to fail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo AMS: \u003c\/strong\u003eBecause PEBA is soft and flexible, it should not be run through multi-material systems like the Bambu AMS. Feed it directly from an external spool holder to avoid jams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Control: \u003c\/strong\u003ePrint at 235°C-250°C (depending on your nozzle) with the bed at 45°C-60°C. Turn your cooling fan up to 100% to keep the lattice overhangs crisp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003e👉 If you are looking for other flexible options, check out our standard \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/siraya.tech\/collections\/flex-tpu-filament-for-3d-printing\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003eflex TPU filament\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003e for general parts or \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/siraya.tech\/collections\/tpe-filament\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003eTPE filament\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003e for ultra-soft grips.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQs About Airless Basketball Filament\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the best filament for an airless basketball?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePEBA (Polyether Block Amide) is widely considered the best material because of its high energy return (bounce). Siraya Tech Rebound PEBA 95A offers 78% energy return, making it superior to standard TPU.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I print an airless basketball with TPU?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, but it won't bounce as well. Standard TPU absorbs impact energy rather than returning it, making the ball feel \"dead.\" For a functional ball, you need a high-rebound material like PEBA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much filament do I need for a full-size airless basketball?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA standard NBA-sized airless basketball typically requires between 600g to 800g of filament, depending on the lattice density. We recommend buying a 1kg spool to be safe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Siraya Tech PEBA compatible with Bambu Lab printers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, it prints excellently on Bambu Lab X1 and P1 series printers. However, do not use it in the AMS unit. Load the spool on the external holder to prevent feed issues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes PEBA better than PLA for this project?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePLA is too brittle and will shatter upon impact. PEBA is an elastomer, meaning it can stretch and compress thousands of times without breaking, which is essential for a bouncing ball.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fibreheart-rebound-peba-95a-black-elastic-filament","title":"Fibreheart Rebound PEBA 95A Black Elastic filament","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"514\" data-start=\"242\"\u003eStop waiting. Start bouncing. 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