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Choosing the right resin
Choosing the right resin
Alumina 4N Resin
BEGO™ VarseoSmileⓇ TriniQⓇ Resin
BioMed Amber Resin
BioMed Black Resin
BioMed Clear Resin
BioMed Durable Resin
BioMed Elastic 50A Resin
BioMed Flex 80A Resin
BioMed White Resin
Black Resin
Castable Resin
Castable Wax Resin
Castable Wax 40 Resin
Ceramic Resin
Clear Resin
Clear Cast Resin
Color Kit
Color Resin
BEGO™ VarseoSmileⓇ TriniQⓇ Resin
BioMed Amber Resin
BioMed Black Resin
BioMed Clear Resin
BioMed Durable Resin
BioMed Elastic 50A Resin
BioMed Flex 80A Resin
BioMed White Resin
Black Resin
Castable Resin
Castable Wax Resin
Castable Wax 40 Resin
Ceramic Resin
Clear Resin
Clear Cast Resin
Color Kit
Color Resin
Model Resin
Permanent Crown Resin
Precision Model Resin
Premium Teeth Resin
PU Rigid 650 Resin
PU Rigid 1000 Resin
Rigid 4000 Resin
Rigid 10K Resin
Silicone 40A Resin
Soft Tissue Resin (Starter Pack)
Surgical Guide Resin
Temporary CB Resin
Tough 1000 Resin
Tough 1500 Resin
Tough 2000 Resin
True Cast Resin
White Resin
Permanent Crown Resin
Precision Model Resin
Premium Teeth Resin
PU Rigid 650 Resin
PU Rigid 1000 Resin
Rigid 4000 Resin
Rigid 10K Resin
Silicone 40A Resin
Soft Tissue Resin (Starter Pack)
Surgical Guide Resin
Temporary CB Resin
Tough 1000 Resin
Tough 1500 Resin
Tough 2000 Resin
True Cast Resin
White Resin
Do not mix different resins (e.g., Clear Resin and Black Resin). Print settings for different resins are carefully calculated based on each resin’s material properties, color, and curing settings.
Notice:
Resins designated as biocompatible must maintain separate accessories, including a dedicated resin tank, build platform, and finishing equipment.
Alumina 4N Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 3 months (room temperature)
Refrigeration at -25–4 °C can add up to 12 months of additional shelf life, or 15 months total.
PRINTERS
Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 4/4B
RESIN TANKS
Form 3 Tank V2.1Form 4 Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50 |
| Form 4/4B | 50 |
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- Design guidelines for Alumina 4N Resin
- Recommended tools and supplies for Ceramic Alumina 4N Resin
- Printing and firing Alumina 4N Resin
- Troubleshooting parts printed in Alumina 4N Resin
BEGO™ VarseoSmileⓇ TriniQⓇ Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime: 36 months
Ceramic-filled material for highly accurate permanent restorative parts, provisional restorative parts, and denture teeth.
PRINTERS
Form 4B
RESIN TANKS
Form 4 Tank
| Layer Thickness | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 4B | 50, 100 |
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BioMed Amber Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Stiff, functionally strong medical-grade material for biocompatible parts that require short-term skin and mucosal membrane contact.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3B/3B+Form 3BLForm 4BForm 4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3BL | 100 |
| Form 4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4BL | 50, 100 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 99% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations. Fully dry and inspect the parts for any uncured resin, and re-wash in fresh IPA if necessary.
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BioMed Black Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
BioMed Black Resin is a medical-grade material designed for a wide range of end-use applications where performance, aesthetics and biocompatibility are critical. BioMed Black Resin is USP Class VI certified, and printed parts are validated for long-term contact with skin and short-term mucosal membrane contact.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3B/3B+Form 3BLForm 4BForm 4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3BL | 50, 100 |
| Form 4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4BL | 50, 100 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 99% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations. Fully dry and inspect the parts for any uncured resin, and re-wash in fresh IPA if necessary.
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BioMed Clear Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Medical-grade material designed for rigid, non-brittle, biocompatible parts that require long-term skin and mucosal membrane contact and for end-use medical devices.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3B/3B+Form 3BLForm 4BForm 4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 100 |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 100 |
| Form 3BL | 100 |
| Form 4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4BL | 100 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 99% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations. Fully dry and inspect the parts for any uncured resin, and re-wash in fresh IPA if necessary.
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BioMed Durable Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
BioMed Durable Resin is a clear material for applications requiring impact, shatter, and abrasion resistance.
PRINTERS
Form 3B/3B+Form 3BLForm 4BForm 4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| BioMed Durable Resin V1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 100 |
| Form 3BL | 100 |
| BioMed Durable Resin V1.1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 4B | 100 |
| Form 4BL | 100 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 99% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations. Fully dry and inspect the parts for any uncured resin, and re-wash in fresh IPA if necessary.
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BioMed Elastic 50A Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime: 24 months
PRINTERS
Form 3BForm 3BLForm 4BForm 4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| Layer Thickness | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 3B | 100 |
| Form 3BL | 100 |
| Form 4B | 100 |
| Form 4BL | 100 |
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BioMed Flex 80A Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime: 24 months
PRINTERS
Form 3BForm 3BLForm 4BForm 4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| Layer Thickness | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 3B | 50, 100 |
| Form 3BL | 100 |
| Form 4B | 100 |
| Form 4BL | 100 |
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BioMed White Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
BioMed White Resin is a medical-grade material designed for a wide range of end-use applications where performance, aesthetics and biocompatibility are critical. BioMed White Resin is USP Class VI certified, and printed parts are validated for long-term contact with skin and short-term mucosal membrane contact. BioMed White Resin is also certified for short-term contact with tissue, bone, and dentin.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3B/3B+Form 3BLForm 4BForm 4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3BL | 50, 100 |
| Form 4B | 100 |
| Form 4BL | 100 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 99% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations. Fully dry and inspect the parts for any uncured resin, and re-wash in fresh IPA if necessary.
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Black Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Highly pigmented, opaque matte surface, great for printing small, intricate features.
PRINTERS
Form 1+Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| Black Resin V4 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 1+ | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 2 | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50, 100 |
| Black Resin V4.1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50, 100 |
| Black Resin V5 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 4/4B | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 25, 50, 100 |
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Castable Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 18 months
Developed for clean burnout with direct investment casting.
PRINTERS
Form 1+Form 2
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LT
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 1+ | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 2 | 25, 50, 100 |
* Wash Castable Resin for the shortest time necessary to remove liquid resin. Allow solvent to fully evaporate from the parts before curing and casting.
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Castable Wax Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
20% wax-fill material captures intricate features, offers smooth surfaces and high strength without post-curing. Developed for casting with zero ash content and clean burnout. Suitable for custom try-ons and direct investment casting.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 25, 50 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 25, 50 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50 |
| Form 4/4B | 25, 50 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 50 |
* Wash Castable Wax Resin for the shortest time necessary to remove liquid resin. Allow solvent to fully evaporate from the parts before casting. Use compressed air to remove solvent completely from any internal channels and hollows.
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Castable Wax 40 Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24–48 months
40% wax-fill and low expansion direct casting resin with superior castability, accommodates a wide range of design features such as stone holes and engraves.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank V2.1
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 25, 50 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 25, 50 |
* Wash Castable Wax 40 Resin for the shortest time necessary to remove liquid resin. Allow solvent to fully evaporate from the parts before casting. Use compressed air to remove solvent completely from any internal channels and hollows.
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Ceramic Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 12 months
Composite, silica-filled resin that can be fired in a kiln or furnace to create a fully ceramic piece. This experimental Form X material requires more trial and error than other Formlabs products.
PRINTERS
Form 2
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 Standard
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
* Maintain separate wash buckets to prevent ceramic particles adhering to parts printed with other resins.
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Printing and troubleshooting Ceramic Resin
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Clear Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Transparent, polishes to near optical clarity, great for internal channels and working with light.
PRINTERS
Form 1+Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| Clear Resin V4 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 1+ | 25, 50, 100, 200 |
| Form 2 | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50, 100 |
| Clear Resin V4.1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50, 100 |
| Clear Resin V5 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 4/4B | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 25, 50, 100 |
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Clear Cast Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime: 24 months
Translucent resin for creating sacrificial patterns for investment casting.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3Form 3BForm 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| Layer Thickness | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3BL | 50, 100 |
| Form 4/4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 100 |
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Color Kit: Color Base Resin and Pigments* (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Opaque matte finish, 16 supported colors and potential for many more with opaque and matte finish. Colorful prints without finishing and painting.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 100 |
| Form 4/4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 100 |
* Color Base is formulated to be mixed with the appropriate amount of Color Pigment. Color Base will not print successfully without the pigments, and the pigments are not designed for use with any resin except the Color Base.
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Color Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Choose any color to closely match final parts without painting, coating, or pigment mixing. Each order is custom-manufactured and quality checked, ensuring reliable results.
PRINTERS
Form 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 4/4B | 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 100 |
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Custom Tray Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Long-term biocompatible material formulated for manufacturing impression trays.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3B/3B+Form 3BLForm 4BForm 4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 200 |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 200 |
| Form 3BL | 200 |
| Form 4B | 100 |
| Form 4BL | 100 |
WASH SETTINGS*
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 99% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations. Fully dry and inspect the parts for any uncured resin, and re-wash in fresh IPA if necessary.
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Dental LT Clear Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Designed for hard splints and retainers with high resistance to fracture and wear. Class IIa biocompatible.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3B/3B+Form 3BLForm 4BForm 4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 100 |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 100 |
| Form 3BL | 100 |
| Form 4B | 100 |
| Form 4BL | 100 |
* Wash Dental LT Clear Resin V1 in IPA with a concentration of 96% or higher and Dental LT Clear Resin V2 in IPA with a concentration of 99% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations. For optimum mechanical properties, do not wash Dental LT Clear Resin in IPA for more than 20 minutes.
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Dental LT Comfort Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Dental LT Comfort Resin is engineered to be more flexible than Dental LT Clear Resin, making it more durable and more comfortable for patients.
PRINTERS
Form 3B/3B+Form 3BLForm 4BForm 4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| Dental LT Comfort Resin V1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 100 |
| Form 3BL | 100 |
| Dental LT Comfort Resin V1.1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 4B | 100 |
| Form 4BL | 100 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 99% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations. Fully dry and inspect the parts for any uncured resin, and re-wash in fresh IPA if necessary.
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Dental SG Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Designed for surgical and pilot drill guides. Class I biocompatible resin (EN-ISO 10993-1:2009/AC:2010, USP Class VI).
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3B/3B+
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 50, 100 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 96% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations. Fully dry and inspect the parts for any uncured resin, and re-wash in fresh IPA if necessary.
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Denture Base Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 36 months
Developed for biocompatible denture bases and teeth with fewer steps and less variability than traditional workflows. Class IIa biocompatible.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3B/3B+Form 4B
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 4 Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50 |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 50 |
| Form 4B | 50 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 96% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations.
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Denture Teeth Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 36 months
Use to create biocompatible denture bases and teeth with fewer steps and less variability than traditional workflows. Class IIa biocompatible.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3B/3B+
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50 |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 50 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 96% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations.
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Draft Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Fast print speed makes it ideal for same-day design iterations and printing bulky parts in less than eight hours.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank V2/V2.1Form 3L Tank (all)
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 100, 200 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 100, 200 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 100, 200 |
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Durable Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Similar physical properties to polypropylene (PP) or high density polyethylene (HDPE), where high elongation, deformation, or impact resistance are required.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| Durable Resin V2 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50, 100 |
| Durable Resin V2.1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 4/4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 50, 100 |
* Do not leave Durable Resin parts printed in IPA for longer than 20 minutes total, as excessive alcohol exposure affects the quality of the final part.
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Engineering resins
Elastic 50A Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Designed for applications requiring high elongation and high energy return. Use for prototypes that must bend, stretch, compress, and hold up to repeated cycles.
PRINTERS
Form 3/3+ Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 3 Tank V2/V2.1Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 100 |
| Form 4/4B | 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 100 |
* Do not leave Elastic 50A Resin parts in solvent for longer than 20 minutes total, as excessive alcohol exposure affects the quality of the final part.
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Solvent compatibility
ESD Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Formlabs ESD Resin safely dissipates static buildup that can damage sensitive electronics, making it ideal for producing robust custom parts that comply with ESD safety standards.
PRINTERS
Form 3/3+ Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 3 Tank V2/V2.1Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 100 |
| Form 4/4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 50, 100 |
* Do not leave ESD Resin parts in solvent for longer than 20 minutes total, as excessive alcohol exposure affects the quality of the final part.
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Fast Model Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Fast Model Resin is Formlabs’ fastest resin, capable of printing at speeds of over 100 mm per hour. Print dental models in minutes or large prototypes in less than two hours.
PRINTERS
Form 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 4/4B | 100, 160, 200 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 100, 160, 200 |
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Flame Retardant Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 18 months
PRINTERS
Form 3/3+ Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 3 Tank V2/V2.1Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 100 |
| Form 4/4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 50, 100 |
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Flexible 80A Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Simulates 80A durometer rubber, high impact resistance and compression, great for ergonomic soft-touch grips.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| Flexible 80A Resin V1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 100 |
| Flexible 80A Resin V1.1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 4/4B | 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 100 |
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Grey Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Neutral and matte tone, great for showing off surface finish and for printing small, accurate features, photographs easily.
PRINTERS
Form 1+Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| Grey Resin V4 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 1+ | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 2 | 25, 50, 100, 160 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 25, 50, 100, 160 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 25, 50, 100 |
| Grey Resin V4.1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 25, 50, 100 |
| Grey Resin V5 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 4/4B | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 25, 50, 100, 150 |
Grey Pro Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Versatile material, resistant to deformation over time, suitable for concept modeling, functional prototyping, and parts intended for repeated use.
PRINTERS
Form 2 Form 3/3+ Form 3B/3B+ Form 3L/3BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LT Form 3 Tank V2/V2.1 Form 3L Tank (all)
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50, 100 |
* For the Form 3, Resin Tank V2 is required for printing with Grey Pro Resin.
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High Temp Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
HDT of 238 °C @ 0.45 MPa for V2 (FLHTAM02) and 289 °C @ 0.45 MPa for V1 (FLHTAM01), designed for static applications that experience high temperatures, including thermoforming, vulcanization, and electronics encapsulation.
PRINTERS
Form 1+Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 1+ | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 2 | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 25, 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50, 100 |
| Form 4/4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 50, 100 |
* Do not wash High Temp Resin for more than 6 minutes in solvent, or the part will absorb solvent.
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IBT Flex Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime: 24 months
PRINTERS
Form 3BForm 3BLForm 4BForm 4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| Layer Thickness | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 3B | 50, 100, 200 |
| Form 3BL | 100 |
| Form 4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4BL | 100 |
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IBT Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Designed for manufacturing biocompatible indirect bonding trays for orthodontic bracket placement.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3B/3B+Form 3BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank V2.1Form 3L Tank (all)
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 100 |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 100 |
| Form 3BL | 100 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 96% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations.
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Model Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months (Model Resin V3), 18 months (Model Resin V2)
Highly accurate, formulated for printing crown and bridge models with removable dies.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 V2.1Form 3L Tank (all)
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50 |
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Permanent Crown Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 36 months
Long-term biocompatible material developed for dental crowns, inlays, onlays, and veneers.
PRINTERS
Form 3B/3B+
RESIN TANKS
Form 3 Tank (all)
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 3/3+ | 50 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 99% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations. Fully dry and inspect the parts for any uncured resin, and re-wash in fresh IPA if necessary.
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Precision Model Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Highly accurate, formulated for printing crown and bridge models with removable dies.
PRINTERS
Form 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 4/4B | 25, 50 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 50, 100 |
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Premium Teeth Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
A nano-ceramic filled Class II material designed for denture teeth and temporary full-arch implant-supported restorations (All-on-X appliances).
PRINTERS
Form 3B/3B+Form 3BLForm 4BForm 4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 3B | 50, 100 |
| Form 3BL | 100 |
| Form 4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4BL | 50 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 99% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations. Fully dry and inspect the parts for any uncured resin, and re-wash in fresh IPA if necessary.
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PU Rigid 650 Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 18 months
Parts printed with PU Rigid 650 Resin have extremely high impact strength and the physical properties of polyurethane, making them ideal for end-use applications that are intended to be exposed to harsh conditions. PU Rigid 650 and PU Rigid 1000 Resin have been evaluated as a skin contacting device in accordance with ISO 10993-1.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank V2.1Form 3L Tank (all)
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 100 |
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PU Rigid 1000 Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 18 months
Parts printed with PU Rigid 1000 Resin have extremely high impact strength and the physical properties of polyurethane, making them ideal for end-use applications that are intended to be exposed to harsh conditions. PU Rigid 650 and PU Rigid 1000 Resin have been evaluated as a skin contacting device in accordance with ISO 10993-1.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank V2.1Form 3L Tank (all)
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 100 |
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Rigid 4000 Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Reinforced with glass for very high stiffness and a polished finish, highly resistant to deformation over time. Great for printing thin walls and features. Not suited for parts that must bend.
PRINTERS
Form 2 Form 3/3+ Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank V2/V2.1Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50, 100 |
| Form 4/4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 50, 100 |
* Maintain separate wash buckets.
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Rigid 10K Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
With a stiffness simulating that of glass and fiber-filled thermoplastics, Rigid 10K Resin is designed to maintain structural integrity under any condition.
PRINTERS
Form 2 Form 3/3+ Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank V2/V2.1Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| Rigid 10K Resin V1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 100 |
| Rigid 10K Resin V1.1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 4/4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 50, 100 |
* Maintain separate wash buckets to prevent glass particles adhering to parts printed with other resins.
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Silicone 40A Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
PRINTERS
Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 4/4B
RESIN TANKS
Form 3 Tank (all)Form 4 Tank
| Layer Thickness | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 100 |
| Form 4/4B | 100 |
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Soft Tissue Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Designed for simulation of the gingiva for dental implant modeling in customizable color pigments.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3B/3B+
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)
| Layer Thickness | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
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Surgical Guide Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Designed for surgical and pilot drill guides. Class I biocompatible resin (EN-ISO 10993-1:2009/AC:2010, USP Class VI).
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3B/3B+Form 3BLForm 4BForm 4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 100 |
| Form 3BL | 100 |
| Form 4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4BL | 50, 100 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 99% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations.
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Temporary CB Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 36 months
Long-term biocompatible material developed for dental crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, and veneers.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3B/3B+
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 2 | 50 |
| Form 3B/3B+ | 50 |
* Wash in IPA with a concentration of 99% or higher to comply with biocompatibility regulations. Fully dry and inspect the parts for any uncured resin, and re-wash in fresh IPA if necessary.
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Tough 1000 Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Simulates HDPE plastic. Great for parts requiring high impact strength, a low-friction surface, or the ability to bend, compress, or deform without cracking.
PRINTERS
Form 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 4/4B | 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | Coming soon |
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Tough 1500 Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Simulates PP plastic. Great for functional prototyping of assemblies, snap-fits and hinges.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| Tough 1500 Resin V1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50, 100 |
| Tough 1500 Resin V1.1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 4/4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 100 |
| Tough 1500 Resin V2 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 4/4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 50, 100 |
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Tough 2000 Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Simulates ABS plastic. Choose for applications that will undergo high stress and strain. Great for functional prototyping of assemblies, machining, and snap-fits.
PRINTERS
Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 LTForm 3 Tank V2/V2.1Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| Tough 2000 Resin V1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50, 100 |
| Form 4/4B | 50, 100 |
| Tough 2000 Resin V1.1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 4/4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 50, 100 |
| Tough 2000 Resin V2 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 4/4B | 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | Coming soon |
* Tackiness has been observed on part surfaces when washed in alcohol with more than 5% resin concentration.
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True Cast Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime: 24 months
Use True Cast Resin for precision casting of intricate jewelry and complex engineering components up to 5 mm thick.
PRINTERS
Form 4/4B
RESIN TANKS
Form 4 Tank
| Layer Thickness | (microns) |
|---|---|
| Form 4/4B | 25, 50 |
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White Resin (SDS)
Recommended lifetime/shelf life: 24 months
Neutral matte surface, slightly translucent when thin.
PRINTERS
Form 1+Form 2Form 3/3+Form 3B/3B+Form 3L/3BLForm 4/4BForm 4L/4BL
RESIN TANKS
Form 2 StandardForm 2 LTForm 3 Tank (all)Form 3L Tank (all)Form 4 TankForm 4L Tank
| White Resin V4 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 1+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 2 | 50, 100 |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50, 100 |
| White Resin V4.1 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 3/3B/3+/3B+ | 50, 100 |
| Form 3L/3BL | 50, 100 |
| White Resin 5V5 | |
|---|---|
| LAYER THICKNESS | (microns) |
| Form 4/4B | 50, 100 |
| Form 4L/4BL | 50, 100 |
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