Formlabs Form 3
Specs
- Technology: Stereolithography (SLA)
- Materials: Thermoset Resins
- Material Format: liquid resin
- Material Names:
- Standard Resins: Clear, White, Grey, Black, Draft
- Engineering Resins: Elastic, Flexible, Durable, Tough, Rigid
- Ceramic resins: Alumina 4N,
- Casting: Castable Wax, High Temp
- Medical: BioMed resins (Durable, White, Clear, Black), PU Rigid
- Surgical Guide Resin
- Dental Resins
- Silicone Resin: Silicone 40A
- Resolution: 25 - 300 micron layer thickness
- Build Volume: 5.7 x 5.7 x 7.2 in (146 × 145 × 185 mm)
- Price:
- Form 3: $3,400
- Form 3B: ~$5000 (enables medical/dental materials)
- Equipment related:
Description
The Formlabs Form 3 is a desktop 3D printer utilizing stereolithography (SLA) technology, renowned for its high-resolution prints and precise detailing. It offers a build volume for producing small to medium-sized objects with intricate features. The printer achieves layer thicknesses as small as 25 microns, ensuring exceptionally detailed prints with smooth surface finishes. Equipped with an advanced optical system and a custom-designed laser, the Form 3 delivers consistent and accurate curing of liquid resin, resulting in high-quality 3D prints. Its user-friendly touchscreen interface allows for intuitive operation and monitoring of the printing process, while automated resin management ensures little to no contact with liquid resin and reduces the risk of errors. With wireless connectivity options and compatibility with a wide range of proprietary resins, the Form 3 is a professional-grade 3D printer suitable for various applications.
Applications
The Form 3 is commonly used for creating highly detailed prototypes with intricate features and smooth surfaces. Its high-resolution printing capabilities and the variety of materials available make it suitable for many applications:
- Prototyping
- Jewelry design
- Dental applications
- Architectural models
- Medical or research device prototyping
- Customized Products
Reviews and Sources
Techniques
- See Designing for Resin Printing
- See Post-processing 3D printed parts
- See Molding and Casting techniques
Other Links
- bCourses material
- Formlabs Open Material License for the ability to customize print settings and use other photopolymers in the printer
Maintenance
- Form 3 Maintenance video playlist
- Cleaning a resin spill
- Cleaning the roller holder - should be done whenever the rollers show signs of material stuck on them or the rollers cannot roll properly
- Cleaning the optical window
- Cleaning and lubricating the X-axis lead screw
Repairs
Images
Materials Safety Datasheets (SDS)
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Material Technical Datasheets