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UltiMaker Print Core BB — Precision PVA Support Solution
Overview
The UltiMaker Print Core BB is expertly engineered for seamless integration with PVA water-soluble support material, delivering exceptional reliability and performance for demanding dual-extrusion workflows. Designed for efficient, high-quality support printing across UltiMaker’s S-series and 3-series printers, this swappable core maximizes uptime and ensures consistent, professional results.
Technical Highlights
Optimized for PVA Support
The BB core is purpose-built for PVA support material, with internal geometry finely tuned for optimal flow and dissolution. This ensures sharp overhangs and easy removal of supports without compromising part accuracy.
Swappable & Compatible
Compatible with UltiMaker S3, S5, S5 Pro Bundle, S7, 3-series printers, and Factor 4, the BB core is hot-swappable—allowing tool-free changes mid-print to keep productivity high while reducing downtime.
Built-In Smart Chip
Each core includes an EEPROM chip that syncs with the printer, automatically identifying nozzle size and type, optimizing print parameters, and minimizing setup errors.
Nozzle Options for Flexibility
Available in 0.40 mm and 0.80 mm nozzle diameters, the BB core offers choice: fine detail with the 0.40 mm or faster support structure with the 0.80 mm for larger models.
Reliable & Durable
Designed for industrial-grade performance, the BB core features a durable build and a silicone cover to prevent filament leakage and ensure dependable, high-quality output—backed by Ultimaker’s lifetime support via certified partners.
Why It Matters for Your Business
- Elevate print quality — Achieve clean, precise PVA support removal for complex geometries and prototypes.
- Boost operational efficiency — Quickly swap print cores and maintain seamless, uninterrupted production.
- Reduce risk — Smart chip automation and material-specific design minimize printing errors and enhance reliability.
- Ensure uptime — Durable design and lifetime support make the BB core a dependable choice for industrial workflows.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
The Ultimaker Print Core BB is compatible with Ultimaker’s S-series (S3, S5, S5 Pro, S7) and 3-series printers that support dual extrusion.
No—nozzles are integrated into the print core assembly. Swapping the nozzle risks damage and voids warranty. Instead, choose a BB core with the desired nozzle size (0.40 mm or 0.80 mm).
The BB core’s internal geometry is tailored specifically for PVA support, ensuring optimal flow and reduced clogging—unlike the AA build-material core :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.
Yes. Ultimaker provides lifetime support for its print cores through officially trained and certified partners worldwide :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.
Why Us?
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International Orders:
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Our products have generally not been certified with other countries electrical safety standards but all of our products are certified to USA standards.
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Damages:
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