Ultimaker is constantly looking for new ways to improve its products, and has recently been working hard to expand the range of materials that Ultimaker can use, develop new versions of Cura, and find new solutions to optimize users' 3D printing experience. Below is an overview of the new products we launched in June!
Ultimaker PP: For functional prototypes and durable end-use parts
Polypropylene (often abbreviated as "PP") is one of the most widely used plastics on Earth.
It is a favorite of engineers and manufacturers worldwide, with a wide range of industry applications.
With its toughness and excellent fatigue resistance, it is the best material for creating functional prototypes and end products that require durability.
Due to its low material density, it can produce lightweight parts with high strength and low weight.
It also has good temperature resistance, electrical resistance, and chemical resistance. It can withstand temperatures up to 105°C, and can also be used as an electrical insulator and containers for various alkalis and acids - including industrial cleaners.
The material's properties are semi-flexible and translucent, with a low coefficient of friction and a smooth surface, making it suitable for the production of electronics and moving parts.
Ultimaker PP can be well applied to Ultimaker 3 and Ultimaker 2+ series 3D printers.
Due to its high fatigue resistance, PP does not break when repeatedly bent. PP allows you to prototype with materials that are close to the final product. It is translucent, chemically resistant, and tough.
Ultimaker 3: Optimized 3D Printing Experience
To ensure you can enjoy a professional and reliable 3D printing experience, Ultimaker has conducted many tests and provided 3D printing configuration parameters for CPE +, PC and TPU 95A.
The PVA material has also been updated, improving the reliability of printing PLA with PVA, and adding a CPE/PVA combination.
And we have also added a new nozzle size for PrintCore.
While the existing 0.4mm PrintCore can print very fine results, the new 0.8mm PrintCore enables faster printing efficiency - ideal for rapid prototyping and model making.
Depending on your needs, the 0.8 mm PrintCore can be used with various parameters for printing. The new nozzle is still plug-and-play, maintaining Ultimaker's consistent ease of use.
AA PrintCore is designed to print with Ultimaker's primary materials (like PLA, ABS, CPE, etc.).
The BB PrintCore's nozzle interior has a slightly different geometry, which allows it to print more smoothly with water-soluble PVA supports.
When PVA is combined with other materials such as PLA, nylon, or CPE, you can easily print more complex structures while maintaining the overall aesthetic of the object.
We will also be releasing the latest Ultimaker 3 Advanced 3D Printing Kit.
This kit is specially designed to ensure consistent and high-quality results when printing materials such as ABS, PP, CPE+, or PC on the Ultimaker 3 or Ultimaker 3 Extended.
The front enclosure protects the printer from airflow and ensures a stable ambient temperature inside the printer.
The build plate sticker provides better surface adhesion, and we recommend using it when printing with PP, CPE+, or PC materials.
However, it should not be used when using TPU 95A - because TPU adheres very well during printing, but it will be very difficult to remove after completion.
Firmware Version 3.7.1
The latest firmware update includes many significant improvements.
One of its most important new features is that users connected via WiFi can restart printing directly from Ultimaker 3 without going through Cura.
Another important feature is to help users clean PrintCore.
This option provides users with detailed steps on how to perform a hot pull or cold pull, which is a technique you occasionally need to do to clean the nozzle.
The last highlight of the new firmware version is the improved material change process.
When changing materials, Ultimaker 3 automatically clears all residue, ensuring that the PrintCore is completely clean when new material is loaded.
Cura 2.6.1
Based on user feedback from previous BETA versions, we have released the latest version of Cura - 2.6.1.
The most important new features include:
●New installations no longer overwrite old versions: Cura 2.6.1 creates a new folder upon installation,
and will not overwrite the existing configuration and parameters of older Cura versions.
●Better support adhesion: The new Cura version improves support adhesion for PLA / PVA and Nylon / PVA.
The new Cura will also support CPE / PVA combinations.
●3D ModelAutomatic arrangement: It will be easier to arrange the position when placing multiple models or duplicating a single model.
With the automatic model arrangement function, Cura will automatically rearrange your objects on the print platform, ensuring that objects do not fall outside the print range.
The new version of Cura also supports PP material and the latest 0.8 mm PrintCore.
The most reliable professional 3D printer
Ultimaker is a reliable professional desktop 3D printer that provides industrial-grade materials and easy-to-operate software, designed to provide professionals with the best solution for prototyping, tools, and small-scale production.
With these product and feature updates, 3D printing will become even more convenient for you.
If you are interested in learning what Ultimaker can do for your industry, please contact our local partners!
Taiwan official general agent: 3DMART Co., Ltd.
Address: 9F-5, No. 1 Baosheng Road, Yonghe District, New Taipei City
Phone: (02)2231-6389
Email: client@3dmart.com.tw
Official website: www.3dmart.com.tw
More information: ultimaker.com