Taulman3D

Acquired

Overview

Taulman3D is a manufacturer of advanced thermoplastics for 3D printing, specializing in nylon-based filaments, recycled PETG, PET, TPU, and polyester materials supplied to aerospace, automotive, healthcare, industrial, government, and education sectors.²³ Founded in 2012, it expanded rapidly from a web shop to global resellers and was acquired by Braskem in 2023, doubling Braskem's additive manufacturing business.¹² The company is noted for materials developed through extensive R&D for high-strength, reliable 3D printing applications, including 100% recycled filament options.²³

History

Taulman3D was founded in 2012 in the United States as a developer of 3D printing filaments.² In October 2013, it released Nylon 618 Co-Polymer and quickly grew to major global resellers within six months, followed by releases like Nylon 645, T-Glase (Nylon 810), and Bridge.¹ In January 2023, Braskem acquired Taulman3D, integrating it into its additive manufacturing portfolio with facilities in Linton, Indiana.²³⁴ By June 2023, it was spun off into Xtellar, Braskem's dedicated filaments and pellets business.³

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Nylon 618 (Co-Polymer Filament)	High-strength nylon for industrial applications	$30 - $100
Nylon 645 (Nylon Filament)	Durable nylon for professional 3D printing	$30 - $100
T-Glase (Nylon 810, Optically Clear)	Clear, strong PET-like nylon filament	$40 - $120
Bridge (Nylon Filament)	Bridgeable nylon for complex prints	$30 - $100
Recycled PETG	Sustainable recycled filament for general use	$25 - $80
TPU Filaments	Flexible filaments for functional parts	$35 - $110

Manufacturing

Products are manufactured, researched, and distributed from facilities in Linton, Indiana, United States.²³ Production focuses on advanced thermoplastics like nylons and recycled PETG.²

Notable Products

Nylon 618 - Co-polymer nylon filament released in 2013, known for high strength in professional applications.
Nylon 645 - Nylon filament offering durability for aerospace and industrial 3D printing.
T-Glase - Optically clear Nylon 810 filament mimicking PET properties with added strength.
Bridge - Nylon filament designed for bridging in 3D prints without supports.
Recycled PETG - 100% recycled PETG filament for sustainable 3D printing solutions.

Reputation

Taulman3D is regarded by professionals in aerospace, automotive, and industrial sectors for reliable, high-strength nylon filaments tailored to demanding applications.²³ Enthusiasts value its innovative materials like T-Glase for clarity and Bridge for printability, though nylons can require specific printer handling.¹⁶ Post-acquisition by Braskem, it maintains trust for sustainable options like recycled PETG amid growing AM market demands.²

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