UltiMaker METHOD X ABS-R Filament Natural (375-0070A)

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RapidRinse and ABS-R: FAQ

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UltiMaker METHOD ABS-R Filament Natural (375-0070A):

ABS-R is a new ABS formulation that provides superior printing reliability and performance with a 98% jam reduction for consistent, repeatable ABS prototypes, tools, and parts. Works with RapidRinse™ Fast Dissolving Support.

ABS is one of the most popular materials for injection molded consumer products due to its clean surface finish, durability, and heat resistance. METHOD X can print manufacturing-grade ABS without warping and without weakening additives thanks to its 100°C heated chamber.

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APPLICATIONS:

END OF USE PARTS: Get dimensionally-accurate, production-grade, real ABS end-use parts at a fraction of traditional manufacturing costs. METHOD reduces costs and saves time for small production manufacturing runs.

MANUFACTURING TOOLS: Prototype with production-grade ABS to achieve part properties close to injection molded parts. Print dimensionally accurate assemblies and validate your designs to get your products to market faster—all at a fraction of industrial 3D printing costs.

FUNCTIONAL PROTOTYPES: Create durable, real ABS parts for the production floor. Print dimensionally accurate jigs, fixtures, and end-effectors that fit seamlessly with existing components.
Tech specs
RapidRinse and ABS-R: FAQ

Q: What is the UltiMaker RapidRinse™ material?

A: RapidRinse is a proprietary water soluble support material for ABS developed by Stratasys and MakerBot.

Q: Which UltiMaker 3D printers can print ABS-R and RapidRinse?

A: RapidRinse can be printed on the UltiMaker METHOD X® and METHOD X Carbon Fiber Edition 3D printers.

Q: Which extruder can print the ABS-R material?

A: The 1XA extruder is used to print the ABS-R material.

Q:Which extruder can print the RapidRinse material?

A: The 2XA extruder is used to print the RapidRinse material.

Q:Can I use ABS with RapidRinse?

A: No, the ABS-R material is specially designed to perform with the RapidRinse material. UltiMaker's other model materials, including ABS, will not adhere well with the RapidRinse material.

Q: Can I use RapidRinse with other model materials?

A: No, the ABS-R material is specially designed to perform with the RapidRinse material. UltiMaker's other model materials will not perform well with the RapidRinse material.

Q: Can I use ABS-R with SR-30™?

A: Yes, ABS-R will work with SR-30.

Q: What is required to dissolve RapidRinse supports?

A: Water is the only requirement to dissolve the RapidRinse supports. Heat and agitation can accelerate the dissolution process.

Q: Recommended Support Removal Equipment?

A: In addition to a tank with water, UltiMaker recommends the following additional equipment for any support removal solution: -Safety Gloves - Waterproof and chemical resistant. - Splash Resistant Safety Goggles - Stainless Steel Tongs - To remove large parts from the solution - Stainless Steel Strainer - To remove small parts if not using a small parts basket

Q: How should I dispose of the used solution?

A: A waste water profile is available for RapidRinse. UltiMaker recommends that disposal procedures be verified by the proper authorities in your region. UltiMaker cannot anticipate local, state, or international regulatory statutes. UltiMaker cannot be held liable if the solution is not handled and disposed of properly. You may need to document how you dispose of the used solution.

Q: Why does my build surface get damaged faster when printing with ABS-R?

A: The ABS-R material has improved adhesion to the build surface, which may increase the wear and tear on the build surface. If you experience excessive build surface wear, it is recommended that you replace the surface. Spare build surfaces can be purchased here.

Q: How can I keep my filament dry?

A: It is critical to keep the filament as dry as possible. If the filament absorbs moisture, this can result in poor print quality, such as material oozing from the nozzle and stringiness in the print. UltiMaker recommend always keeping desiccant with your spools, whether stored in a bag or in the machine. The bag must remain sealed and undamaged in order to preserve the desiccant. There is desiccant in the spool hub on the material spool, so be sure to always keep the spool and hub cap together. Best practice is to always leave your spools in a sealed bag or the machine with desiccant. Additionally, UltiMaker recommend not opening the sealed bag until the filament is ready to be used. If not using the filament for a long time, we recommend removing it from the machine drawer bay and storing it in a sealed bag with desiccant.

Q: What should I do if my filament is wet?

A: If your filament does absorb moisture from the air, the filament drying feature on the machine can be used to dry it out. UltiMaker recommend placing the filament in a sealed bag with desiccant while running the drying procedure on the machine.

Q: Which FW is required for printing RapidRinse and ABS-R?

A: Firmware 1.11 or later is required. If you receive a new machine, be sure to update the firmware prior to completing the first run experience. If your machine is connected to the internet, you should be able to download the latest firmware directly to your machine.

Q: When I cut my RapidRinse filament, it fractures and splinters. What can I do about this?

A: UltiMaker recommends cutting your filament at a 45 degree angle to reduce the splintering.

Q:How does the dissolution speed of RapidRise compare to other soluble support materials on the market?

A: UltiMaker internal testing shows that RapidRinse filament dissolves significantly faster than competing soluble support materials.