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title: EPU 46
slug: materials/epu-46
description: Discover EPU 46, a high-performance elastomer from Carbon, engineered for superior durability in demanding applications. Customizable in softness and color, this innovative material contains 40% bio-based content.
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createdAt: 2024-05-02T23:28:54.765Z
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# Overview

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**EPU 46 **is a high-performance, elastomer from Carbon, offering enhanced stiffness and durability for demanding applications. It is customizable for **softness **and **color. **Made with 40% bio-based content, it supports solvent-free cleaning and resin reclaim to reduce waste.
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![EPU 46](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/H163boSThm8THQfkkFya9_epu46-group-hero-02.jpg)
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## Resource Links

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[About the Material
](https://www.carbon3d.com/materials/epu-46)Material overview and uses cases  
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[Technical Data Sheet
](https://docs.carbon3d.com/files/technical-data-sheets/tds_carbon_epu-46.pdf)Mechanical properties and data
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[Safety Data Sheet](https://www.carbon3d.com/stewardship)
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# Protocol Sheet

This downloadable handout provides important usage information, including instructions about compatible hardware, storage, resin dispensing, washing and curing. Print it out and bring it into the lab.

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**English**
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# Thermal Processing

Some resins may crystallize or freeze at lower temperatures requiring a thermal processing step, also known as incubation, prior to dispensing.

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Reference this downloadable PDF for instructions.

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# Additional Information

[EPU 46 Baking Considerations](docId\:x4ZRiEhw1jRxSe-LBQYOF) 

[EPU 46 Color Mixing](docId:74h6IE6GvINCNbSCZ0r9l)