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SUMMARY
HNT-THERMAFLEX FILAMENT
FLAME-RETARDANT, THERMALLY RESISTANT, FLEXIBLE FILAMENT FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
HNT-ThermaFlex™ is a next-generation 3D printing filament engineered with halloysite nanotubes (HNTs). Designed to meet the extreme demands of military and industrial applications, this filament brings flame retardancy, thermal resistance, and adaptive chemical release to flexible thermoplastics— without requiring any printer modifications.
DoD-ready
Fully FDM-compatible
Eco-friendly & scalable
Capable of releasing active agents (fire retardants, anti-corrosion, and more)
KEY FEATURES
FLAME RETARDANT + THERMAL RESISTANT
Achieves UL-94 V-0 rating with over 20% improvement in thermal decomposition.
3-IN-1 INNOVATION
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Improved base TPU with HNT dispersion.
Loaded HNTs with functional agents.
Dextrin end-stoppers for controlled release.
EXCEPTIONAL PRINTABILITY
Reduces nozzle clogging and improves surface finish at all speeds (10–100 mm/s).
MISSION CRITICAL USE-CASES
Custom gaskets, electronic housings, flame-resistant seals, UAV, and aerospace parts.
LAB-VALIDATED RESULTS
MECHANICAL STRENGTH
Tensile and flexural strength improved over base TPU
Friction and abrasion resistance increased
THERMAL PROPERTIES
20% increase in decomposition temperature
Enhanced heat capacity
PRINTABILITY TESTS
Validated across 4 speeds
Nozzle clog reduction, improved adhesion, dimensional accuracy
TESTING STANDARDS MET
ASTM D638, D790, G115
ISO 13322-1
UL-94 flame test passed
RESEARCH BEHIND THE INNOVATION
This project is led by Dr. Yuri M. Lvov, an internationally recognized nanotechnology expert with 325+ peer-reviewed papers and 18 patents. The formulation builds on 20+ years of research into halloysite clay nanotubes for controlled chemical release, material reinforcement, and sustainable nanocomposites.
COMPATIBLE WITH
All FDM 3D printers (no hardware modification needed)
Recycled filament inputs
Flame-resistant personal protective equipment (PPE)
Defense logistics systems and MRO operations
Commercial industries: aerospace, automotive, construction, energy
COMMERCIALIZATION STRATEGY
Available in 1.75 mm / 2.85 mm diameters
Roll sizes:
0.5kg, 1kg, 5kg
TIERED PRICING:
$150–200/kg
(small batches)
$120–150/kg
(mid-volume)
$100–120/kg
(bulk/DoD orders)
Licensing available to 3D filament manufacturers
Procurement via GSA, DLA, Amazon, and direct
LET’S PARTNER
IF YOU ARE A DOD AGENCY, PRIME CONTRACTOR, OEM, OR FILAMENT PRODUCER, PLEASE REACH OUT—WE ARE EAGER TO WORK WITH YOU!
Let’s Collaborate on the Future of Materials and Defense Tech
Quantum Diffusion Corp
419 Dan Reneau Dr. Ruston, LA 71270
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