AquaSys® 120 (AQ120)

AquaSys® 120 is a water-soluble support material for 3D printing, designed for FFF and direct-extrusion workflows to enable complex geometry and easier post-processing.

Water-soluble supports are used to print complex overhangs, internal channels, and intricate features, then dissolve away in water to reduce manual removal and surface damage.

AquaSys® 120 is compatible with a wide range of engineering thermoplastics — PETG, CPE, ABS, Nylon, PC, PC/ABS, TPU, PP, and various filled materials.

A common starting range is 235–245 °C nozzle temperature. Build plate guidance is up to 120 °C, and the material is noted for stability in higher-temperature printer environments.

Yes. AquaSys® 120 is designed to dissolve in plain tap water without requiring any solvents.

In comparative testing, AquaSys® 120 dissolved about 2× faster than a leading PVA at room temperature (22 °C) and over 6× faster at elevated temperature (80 °C).

Use warm tap water at 70–80 °C with agitation or circulation, and refresh the water periodically — no solvents needed. At 80 °C it dissolves a 1 cm cube in about 15 minutes.

If stored properly and kept dry, it typically doesn’t require special handling. If moisture is present, dry at around 70–80 °C (for example, 70 °C for 3–4 hours).

AquaSys® 120 is available as 3 mm pellets and as 1.75 mm and 2.85 mm filament, in a natural amber color.

Store AquaSys® 120 in sealed, metallized foil packaging with desiccant, and reseal after each use to minimize moisture pickup and maintain print consistency.

Yes — AquaSys® 120 is hydrophilic, biocompatible, non-toxic, and non-carcinogenic, and dissolves in plain water with no harsh chemicals or leftover residue.

Refer to the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for complete handling, storage, and safety details.