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AquaTek™ X1 UMS

Ref.: 3DXTECH-X1SUPPORT-175-500

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AquaTek™ X1 UMS (Universal Support Material) filament is one of the materials offered by 3DXtech, a well-known North American manufacturer specialising in high-temperature soluble filaments.

There are currently a wide variety of options in terms of water-soluble FDM 3D printing materials. Most of these materials are based on PVA or BVOH, however, they all have one thing in common: their poor compatibility, limited to low-temperature materials.

On the other hand, in the case of high temperature materials or materials that require a heated chamber, the best alternative is the new alkaline-soluble materials such as PolyDissolve S2, which are not directly soluble in water, but require the use of an activator such as 3DWash.

AquaTek™ X1 UMS filament is an advanced hot water soluble support material. This filament has been developed specifically for 3D printing of complex parts, and to extend its compatibility with other soluble filaments.

AquaTek™ X1 UMS is compatible with the most commonly used materials in FDM 3D printing: PLA, ABS, ASA, PETG, flexible filaments, etc. But it is also compatible with materials such as: Nylon, carbon fibre loaded filaments, glass fibre loaded filaments, or ESD filaments among others. Thus, the AquaTek™ X1 UMS filament is compatible with the widest range of materials.

Printed part with support material AquaTek™ X1 UMS

Image 1: Printed part with AquaTek™ X1 UMS material. Source: 3DxTech.

Moreover, its residues do not pose any environmental risk and can be disposed of down any drain (even the household or office drain), which makes its use as a soluble carrier material even more interesting.

Another advantage over other water-soluble carrier filaments is its lower moisture absorption during the printing process, when it is more exposed. This low moisture absorption compared to other water-soluble carrier filaments means that its surface does not become as sticky over time as with other materials.

AquaTek™ X1 UMS is a hot water soluble support filament ideal for the manufacture of complex parts in dual extruder 3D printers and compatible with a wide range of materials. AquaTek™ X1 UMS is a useful support material for a wide range of applications in a variety of industries.

General information
Material	PVA/BVOH
Format	50 g / 500 g
Density	- g/cm³
Filament diameter	1.75 / 2.85 mm
Filament tolerance	- mm
Filament length	-

Printing properties
Printing temperature	190 - 220 ºC
Print bed temperature	60 - 90 ºC
Chamber temperature	120 ºC
Cooling fan	-
Recommended printing speed	- mm/s

Mechanical properties
Elongation at break	- %
Tensile strength	- MPa
Tensile modulus	- MPa
Flexural strength	- MPa
Flexural modulus	- MPa
Surface hardness	-

Thermal properties
Softening temperature	- ºC

Specific properties
Transparency	-

Other
HS Code	3916.9
Spool diameter (outer)	200 mm
Spool diameter (inner hole)	53 mm
Spool width	70 mm

AquaTek™ X1 UMS filament, although it absorbs less moisture than other water-soluble support filaments, is a highly hygroscopic material, so it should be stored in an airtight container with desiccant and the use of a device such as Printdry Pro is recommended during printing.

The recommended printing parameters for AquaTek™ X1 UMS filament are as follows:

Printing temperature: 190 - 220 ºC.
Hot bed: 60 - 90 ºC.
Chamber temperature: Up to 120 ºC.

To dissolve substrates made with X1 Support, the following guidelines are recommended:

It is recommended to manually remove any excess support that is accessible, as this will considerably reduce the dissolving time (more support = longer dissolving time).
It can be dissolved in hot tap water. Hot tap water usually comes out at about 38 - 49 °C, a temperature more than adequate for dissolving carriers made with AquaTek™ X1 UMS.
Stirring the water reduces the dissolving time (sonic or mechanical agitation).
As the water cools down, it is recommended to heat it or replace it with hot water if there are still undiluted areas of support.