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Fine detail, smooth surface, tight tolerances · Formlabs Form 4 technical resins · delivery across France and Europe.
Stereolithography (SLA) cures liquid resin layer by layer with a UV laser: parts with a smooth surface, fine detail and tight tolerances that FDM cannot reach — on the Formlabs Form 4, one of the most precise resin machines on the market.
SLA layers go down to 25 microns. Ideal for complex geometries, fine threads, small components or parts that must fit together precisely.
Near-smooth surface straight off the machine, without the visible deposition lines of FDM. Ideal for parts that will be painted, moulded or presented without heavy post-processing.
High temperature, impact resistance, ESD, elastomer, castable — the Formlabs Form 4 catalogue covers requirements that most SLA providers cannot address.
Validate a complex geometry, test a precise assembly, present a mock-up before industrialisation. SLA produces parts close to the final result from the very first print.
Exemple : electronic enclosure with clip guides and fine ribs, dimensionally validated before ordering injection tooling.
Surgical simulation, training devices, planning models. The precision and surface finish of SLA are essential for these applications.
Exemple : high-fidelity anatomical model for procedure preparation, 50-micron resolution.
Dimensional inspection jigs, assembly tools, fixtures. SLA produces rigid, precise parts that withstand repeated use in production.
Exemple : drilling jig in rigid resin for an assembly line, ±0.1 mm tolerance maintained over 500 cycles.
With Formlabs High Temp resin (HDT 238 °C at 0.45 MPa) — thermoforming moulds, parts near heat sources, real-condition testing. Capacity available — contact us for a feasibility study.
Formlabs ESD resin dissipates electrostatic charges — enclosures for sensitive components, PCB handling jigs, electronics production environments. Capacity available — contact us for a feasibility study.
Formlabs Castable Wax resin burns out cleanly for lost-wax casting — jewellery, industrial foundry parts, metal prototypes without machining. Capacity available — contact us for a feasibility study.
Formlabs Form 4 resins. The resin choice depends on the real use of the part, not on the catalogue.
| Resin | TensileMPa | ModulusMPa | Elong.% | FlexuralMPa | HDT°C | HardnessShore |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grey / White / Black V5GénéralGeneral use — prototyping, mock-ups, matte finish | 62 | 2675 | 13 | 103 | 71 | — |
| Clear V5GénéralTransparency — optics, bottling, polishable | 60 | 2600 | 11 | 98 | 68 | — |
| Tough 2000 V2RésistantABS-like — clips, hinges, functional parts | 40.4 | 1800 | 79 | 67 | 70 | — |
| Tough 1500 V2RésistantPP-like — flexures, compliant mechanisms | 27 | 1500 | 52 | 40 | 52 | — |
| Tough 1000RésistantHDPE-like — impact and wear resistance | 32 | 1200 | 45 | 48 | 51 | — |
| DurableRésistantPE-like — low friction, sliding, wear | 28 | 1100 | 55 | 38 | 49 | — |
| Rigid 10KHaute perf.Glass-filled — ultra rigid, high temp, PEEK-like | 88 | 11000 | 1.7 | — | 238 | — |
| High TempHaute perf.Max HDT — moulds, thermal testing, holds 238°C | 62 | 3200 | 2 | 130 | 238 | — |
| Flexible 80AFlexibleSoft elastomer — seals, grips, handling | 8.5 | — | 82 | — | — | 80A |
| Elastic 50A V2FlexibleVery soft, soft-silicone-like — membranes | 3.6 | — | 160 | — | — | 50A |
| Silicone 40AFlexible100% silicone — sealing, chemical resistance | 5 | — | 120 | — | — | 40A |
| ESDSpécialitéAntistatic, ABS-like — PCB, electronic components | 46 | 2800 | 6 | 74 | 58 | — |
| Flame RetardantSpécialitéFlame-retardant UL94 V0 — enclosures, aerospace, transport | 42 | 2100 | 7 | 65 | 68 | — |
| Castable Wax / True CastCastingLost wax — jewellery, foundry, casting | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Anatomical model for surgical simulation. Training part printed in standard grey resin, high geometric fidelity.
Biological vessel for clinical trials. SLA resin prototype, then a first batch of 50 packaged units.
Sensor enclosure with fine ribs, cable guides and assembly clips — geometry impossible in FDM at this scale.
Dimensional verification jig for an assembly line. Rigid part, daily use, quick replacement if worn.
Functional tip prototype for measurement equipment. Three iterations in one week to validate ergonomics and assembly.
Transparent viewing cover for an embedded measurement instrument. Transparency after polishing, with no bubbles or surface defects.
