Notice:
To avoid damage to equipment, check the resin tank compatibility table in Choosing the right material to confirm you are using a resin tank that is compatible with this material.
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Using IBT Flex Resin
Using IBT Flex Resin
IBT Flex Resin is a Class I material with enhanced flexibility, strength, translucency, and color, for seamless and precise transfer of orthodontic brackets and restorative composite materials. 3D print flexible and tear-resistant translucent trays and guides that save time and deliver consistent, predictable outcomes. This material is produced in an FDA-registered, ISO 13485 certified facility and can be used in applications with long-term skin and short-term mucosal membrane contact.
Notice:
Read the instructions for use for detailed instructions about the workflow for IBT Flex Resin.
Recommended for:
- Indirect bonding trays
- Direct composite restoration guides
IBT Flex Resin prints at 50 microns, 100 microns, and 200 microns on the Form 3B/3B+ and at 100 microns on the Form 3BL.
To learn more about the performance or specific material properties of this resin, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and Technical Data Sheet (TDS). Always consult the SDS as the primary source of information to understand safety and handling of Formlabs materials.
Required resources
Made by Formlabs:
- Compatible Formlabs SLA printer with up-to-date firmware
- PreForm software (most recent version)
- Build platform
- Resin tank
- IBT Flex Resin
- Form Wash or Finish Kit
- Form Cure
Printing with IBT Flex Resin
Install or update PreForm, then set up the next print job.
To prepare a model for printing in PreForm:
- Open a model.
- Select the resin, resin version, the desired layer thickness, and print settings.
- Orient to preserve fine details. Ensure that the intaglio surface faces away from the build platform.
- If using the 200 micron Fast IBT setting, orient parts flat on the build platform without supports.
- If using the 50 or 100 micron print settings, you may choose to orient parts flat on the build platform without supports or at a maximum angle of 40°.
- Generate supports.
- Send the print job to the printer.
Recommended Minimum Part Thickness: 1 mm
Finishing
The Form Wash agitates the solvent bath and removes parts from the bath after a set time. Wash parts in 99% IPA according to the support article Form Wash time settings. Pay particular attention to information that affects mechanical properties or biocompatibility requirements.
If the model is hollow or has internal channels, ensure liquid resin is flushed out thoroughly from these features. Allow parts to fully dry before post-curing.
Post-curing requirements
IBT Flex Resin requires post-curing to reach its optimal mechanical properties.
Note:
To post-cure this resin, submerge parts in a glass container of water at least 500mL in size. Parts should be fully submerged with no air bubbles on surfaces.
Refer to the support article Form Cure time and temperature settings for post-curing recommendations. If using Fast Cure, refer to the support article Fast Cure time settings.
Notice:
Follow post-curing recommendations from Formlabs for the clearest and best possible results. Improper post-curing can lead to suboptimal mechanical and biocompatibility properties.
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