Our goal is to help professional users achieve the same surface quality as soluble supports and save time and costs, by introducing industrial materials (such as ABS and CPE +) with fast and efficient support.
3D printing users have the freedom to choose various geometries when using support materials, but there may also be limitations, such as surface defects or extended post-processing times.
Our new product line mainly aims to overcome these limitations and create a better 3D printing workflow.
Breakaway Filament - Alternative Support Material
Our range of support materials for dual extrusion is gradually increasing.
By offering a range of different support materials, you can choose your post-processing workflow, each with its unique advantages. Our latest
support material on the market is Breakaway filament.
Breakaway is a white support material that uses reliable adhesion to print materials such as ABS.
Breakaway material can be quickly and easily removed from printed objects: simply grab the printed object and separate the support with clamps, cutters, a knife, or by hand. After removing
the support material, the supported area will maintain a smooth surface quality.
Gloves can be used, but are not necessarily required. Although it is a support material, Breakaway can be used with a 0.4 mm AA print core.
Removing Breakaway Support
Step 1 – Detach
Remove most of the internal support structure with clamps or cutting pliers.
Step 2 - Peel
Grab and peel off the Breakaway support from the printed material.
Step 3 - Pull
Use pliers or tweezers to remove the last traces. The support area will be left with a smooth surface.
Breakaway's post-processing method is completely dry, making it ideal for water-sensitive printing materials.
Another advantage is that Breakaway support can achieve the same surface smoothness as water-soluble support.
With quick and simple post-processing, designers and engineers can spend more time perfecting their concepts.
Other advantages of Breakaway are its shelf life and price. Breakaway material is not affected by environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity, and using it is more cost-effective than using other support
materials.
Compared to water-soluble materials, Breakaway is compatible with a wider range of printing materials:
Here, we will discuss detailed examples of when to use different types of support materials.
Introducing the 0.25mm AA Print Core - For printing super precise details
Due to popular demand, we have expanded our range of print cores.
The new 0.25mm AA print core has an ultra-fine 0.25mm nozzle width.
It is compatible with Ultimaker 3 and Ultimaker 3 Extended. The 0.25mm AA print core is ideal for prints requiring high-detail surface quality.
The tool on the left was printed with a 0.4mm AA print core, and the tool on the right was printed with a 0.25mm AA print core.
The key advantage of the 0.25mm AA print core is its ability to print fine details and text, which is difficult to achieve with other print cores.
Our print core product line will include the AA type.
Users will now have the advantage of ultra-fine printing, as well as the benefits of dual extrusion – the ability to print two-color patterns, or various material combinations with ultra-fine details. Different nozzle sizes can be exchanged quickly and conveniently, without the need for any tools.
Potential Applications
The 0.25mm AA print core can be used in various applications, such as aesthetically pleasing printed objects, thin-walled objects, printed labels and fine text, as well as tolerance-fitted parts, such as hardware fasteners like nuts and bolts.
Potential use cases include microfluidics, dental molds, architectural models, and precision mechanical parts such as small gears.
Material Compatibility
The 0.25mm AA print core is fully compatible with the following Ultimaker materials:
Ultimaker Cura Configuration Files Make Things Even Easier
The latest version of Ultimaker Cura includes compatible material and print core configuration files for the 0.25mm AA print core and Breakaway. Each configuration
file is developed by our team of material engineers and consistently ensures high-quality results, so every user can spend less
time experimenting and more time printing.
Pricing and Availability
The 0.25mm AA print core will be sold at a retail price of NT$4,800 per item.
Breakaway filament will be sold on 750g spools, with a retail price of NT$2,380.
Both items are now available for purchase.
To purchase the latest products, please refer to the product pages
Breakaway Support Material
0.25mm AA Print Core
Original source: https://ultimaker.com/en/blog/52272-company-update-breakaway-support-material-and-025-mm-aa-print-core-now-available