A lightweight, flexible mesh designed to be 3D printed in standard PLA.

FlexMesh uses a fine lattice pattern that allows a normally rigid material like PLA to bend, curve and wrap around different shapes. It was originally designed as a liner material for 3D printed masks, but it can be used anywhere you need a thin, breathable and flexible printed mesh.

The full sheet measures 240 × 240 mm and can be trimmed or cut to the shape you need after printing.

A 60 × 60 mm test piece is included on a separate plate. I recommend printing this first to make sure the fine mesh prints cleanly with your printer and filament before committing to the full-size sheet.

Possible uses

• Mask and helmet liners
• Ventilation panels
• Protective screens and covers
• Costume and cosplay projects
• Flexible inserts
• Craft projects
• General-purpose printable mesh

Despite being printed in PLA, the fine lattice gives the finished sheet surprisingly good flexibility, while the perimeter frame helps keep the edges together and makes the mesh easier to handle.

No TPU required — just print, cut to size, and use.