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Ultimaker PVA

PVA (polyvinyl alcohol) is a water soluble support material for multi-extrusion 3D printing. With a good thermal stability, Ultimaker PVAis ideal for printing complex models that require supports for largeoverhangs, deep internal cavities, and intricate geometries. Designed fora seamless 3D printing experience, our PVA provides good adhesion toUltimaker PLA, Tough PLA, Nylon, and CPE.

Polymer Name: Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVOH)

Processing Methods: 3D Printing, Fused Filament Fabrication

End Uses: Modeling Material

Density: 1230.0 - 1230.0 kg/m³

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    Features & Benefits

    Features

    Good thermal stability resulting in better degradation resistance compared to other PVA filaments; less moisture sensitive than other PVA filaments; great adhesion to both PLA and Nylon; safe dissolution in tap water (no harmful chemicals required); biodegradable with no hazardous by-products.

    Applications & Uses

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    Applications

    Reliable 3D printing of water soluble support structures for PLA and Nylon build materials. PVA molds
    Non-suitable for Reliable 3D printing of water soluble support structures for Ultimaker ABS, CPE+, PC, and PP. This support will adhere to Ultimaker TPU 95A, however the resulting surface quality is suboptimal.

    Properties

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    Physical Form
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Diameter2.85 ± 0.10mm
    Max Roundness Deviation0.1mm
    Net Filament Weight350g / 750 g
    Filament Length~ 44/~ 95m
    Specific Gravity1.23ASTM D1505
    Thermal Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Melt Mass-Flow Rate (190°C, 2.16 kg)17 - 21g/10 minISO 1133
    Vicat Softening Temperature60.2°CISO 306
    Melting Temperature163°CISO 11357