1. Characteristics
Formlabs Form 2 is a VAT Polymerization (SLA) machine that use photo reactive resin. Here is a chart where you can review characteristics:


2. Setting up your file in the slicer

Form 2 uses Formlabs Preform Slicer to create the printing code. Before using this machine, please ask more information from the workshop master.

3. Tips and recommendations
  • Please, visit Formlabs Support webpage to have an in-depth learning about the software HERE (external link)
4. Peripherals

Printing with Form 2 requires to postprocess your pieces after they have come out of the printer.

First, you need to soak the model in iso propyl alcohol. Then it needs to be cured under UV light.

At the workshop, we have two machines that help us in that process: Formlabs Wash & Cure.


Ask the workshop master for more information on how to use this machine.



Остання зміна: середа 8 липня 2020 14:49 PM