SLA is the oldest 3D printing technology, able to produce fine features and can be suitable for applications like model-making and microfluidics.
Formlabs SLA
ProtoSpace's fleet of Formlabs SLA printers are ready to print with five different materials, catering for a wide array of use cases.
These machines are capable of producing detailed structures using UV-cured photopolymeric resin.
This novel process manufactures parts upside down, and builds models by solidifying (or curing) the liquid material using projected UV light.
Currently available materials
| MATERIAL | DESCRIPTION | COLOUR |
|---|---|---|
| Tough 1500 | PP-like; Resilient | Grey |
| Rigid 10K | Stiff; Heat-Resistant | White |
| Elastic 50A | Soft rubber / Silicone-like | Clear / translucent |
| Flexible 80A | Flexible; Elastomeric | Clear / translucent |
| Clear V4 | Transparent with polishing | Clear / translucent |
Formlabs SLA Properties
| Process | SLA (Stereolithography) |
| Material type | Resin |
| Build size (mm) | 145 x 145 x 175 (max) |
| Layer height | 100 μm default |
| Slicing Software | Preform |