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Form Cure L V2 time and temperature settings

The Form Cure L V2 helps 3D printed parts achieve their highest possible strength and stability. Optimal post-curing settings depend on equipment and the geometry of the part. Select the material type and version below to see the recommended Form Cure L time and temperature settings. To post-cure previous resin formulations with the Form Cure L, use the recommended time and temperature for the closest resin version.

Tip:

Over-curing is acceptable, unless otherwise stated. Increase the post-curing time for thick, bulky parts because they are slower to heat to the proper temperature.
For parts printed in a resin for a biocompatible application, follow the post-curing steps in the relevant instructions for use or application guide. For Formlabs Fast Cure settings, see the support article Fast Cure time settings.

Form Cure L V2 settings

Resin	Post-cure setting	Post-cure time	Post-cure temperature
Alpha Black Resin Alpha Clear Resin Alpha Fast Resin Alpha Grey Resin Alpha Model Resin Alpha White Resin	Default	1 min	No heat
	Maximum strength	5 min	60 °C
Alumina 4N Resin	N/A	N/A	N/A
BEGO™ VarseoSmileⓇ TriniQⓇ Resin	Full post-cure	Refer to the Compatibility Overview for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin. View the PDF at the attached link.
BioMed Amber Resin	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
BioMed Black Resin	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
BioMed Clear Resin	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
BioMed Durable Resin V1 BioMed Durable Resin V1.1	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
BioMed Flex 50A Resin¹¹ (formerly BioMed Elastic 50A Resin)	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
BioMed Flex 80A Resin¹¹	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
BioMed White Resin	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
Black Resin V4/V4.1	Default	10 min	60 °C
Black Resin V5	Default	1 min	No heat
Black Resin V5	Full cure	5 min	60 °C
Castable Wax Resin Castable Wax 40 Resin	N/A³	N/A	N/A
Ceramic Resin	N/A¹	N/A	N/A
Clear Resin V4	Default	5 min	60 °C
Clear Resin V4.1	Default	7 min	60 °C
Clear Resin V5	Default	1 min	No heat
Clear Resin V5	Full cure	5 min	60 °C
Color Kit	Default	10 min	60 °C
Color Resin V5	Default	1 min	N/A
Color Resin V5	Full cure	10 min	60 °C
Custom Tray Resin	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
Dental LT Clear Resin V2	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
Dental LT Comfort Resin V1 Dental LT Comfort Resin V1.1	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
Denture Base Resin V1	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Instructions for Use for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
Denture Base Resin V2	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
Denture Teeth Resin	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Instructions for Use for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
Draft Resin V2	Better elongation	5 min	No heat
Draft Resin V2	Better UTS	5 min	60 °C
Durable Resin V2 Durable Resin V2.1	Full post-cure⁴	12 min	60 °C
Flexible 50A Resin (formerly Elastic 50A Resin V2)	Full post-cure⁵	7 min	70 °C
ESD Resin	Default	10 min	70 °C
Fast Model Resin	Default	1 min	No heat
Flame Retardant Resin	Default	5 min preheat 10 min post-cure	100 °C
Flexible 80A Resin V1 Flexible 80A Resin V1.1	Default	3 min	60 °C
Flexible 80A Resin V2	Default	Cycle 1⁵: 5 min Cycle 2: 5 min	Cycle 1⁵: No heat Cycle 2: 80 °C
Grey Resin V4 Grey Resin V4.1	Default	10 min	60 °C
Grey Resin V5	Default	1 min	No heat
Grey Resin V5	Full cure	5 min	60 °C
Grey Pro Resin	Default	8 min	80 °C
High Temp Resin V2	Default	15 min	80 °C
IBT Resin	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
IBT Flex Resin	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
Model Resin V2	Default	10 min	60 °C
Model Resin V3	Default	2 min	60 °C
Permanent Crown Resin	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Instructions for Use [EN] [EU] for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
Precision Model Resin	Default	1 min	No heat
Premium Teeth Resin	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
PU Rigid 650 Resin	N/A	Refer to the support article Using PU Rigid 650 Resin.
PU Rigid 1000 Resin	N/A	Refer to the support article Using PU Rigid 1000 Resin.
Rigid 4000 Resin	Default	6 min	80 °C
Rigid 10K Resin V1 Rigid 10K Resin V1.1	Default	3 min preheat 7 min post-cure	80 °C
Silicone 40A Resin	Default	10 min	60 °C
Surgical Guide Resin	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Manufacturing Guide for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
Temporary CB Resin	Full post-cure²	Refer to the Instructions for Use for washing and post-curing instructions for this resin.
Tough 1000 Resin	Default	12 min	70 °C
Tough 1000 Resin	Low warp	12 min	No heat
Tough 1500 Resin V1 Tough 1500 Resin V1.1 Tough 1500 Resin V2	Low warp	12 min	No heat
	Default	12 min	70 °C
Tough 2000 Resin V1 Tough 2000 Resin V1.1	Low warp	7 min	No heat
Tough 2000 Resin V1 Tough 2000 Resin V1.1	Default	7 min	70 °C
Tough 2000 Resin V2	Low warp	12 min	40 °C
Tough 2000 Resin V2	Default	12 min	70 °C
True Cast Resin V1	Full post-cure	3 min	N/A
White Resin V4 White Resin V4.1	Default	10 min	60 °C
White Resin V5	Default	1 min	No heat
White Resin V5	Full cure	5 min	60 °C

1: Does not require post-curing. After washing, allow parts to fully dry before firing/casting.
2: This post-cure setting ensures that parts achieve both biocompatibility and optimum mechanical properties. Read the Manufacturing Guide for a full description of the workﬂow.
3: Does not require post-curing. Allow parts to fully dry before casting.
4: For parts printed with Durable Resin, the tensile modulus increases throughout the first hour of post-curing.
5: Place dry parts in a glass beaker (or other UV-transparent container) and completely submerge the parts in room temperature water.

Downloadable PDF

Formlabs updates post-curing settings periodically with new and improved materials. Download the latest PDF version (English only), and check for updated post-curing settings when using a new resin or revised formulation.