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== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
The Formlabs Form 2 is a desktop resin 3D printer from Formlabs, a manufacturer with headquarters in Massachusetts. | |||
Formlabs | Formlabs’ Form 2 is the latest version of the Form 1, the manufacturer’s first 3D printer. The Formlabs Form 2 offers a bigger build volume than its predecessor and features a more powerful laser. | ||
Formlabs now manufactures the Form 3 and Form 3L. | |||
This resin 3D printer uses Stereolithography (SLA) technology. The Form 2 uses a laser to selectively harden liquid resin and 3D print an object, layer after layer. This technology allows for a very high level of detail and is compatible with different resins. These resins can be Standard, Castable, Flexible or Tough according to users’ needs. | |||
The Formlabs Form 2 offers: | |||
* a slide peel: to lower peel forces and reduced wear on the resin tank; | |||
* a resin wiper: to improve print consistency by removing any particulates from the build area; | |||
* a heated resin tank: to achieve optimal print conditions by maintaining a consistent internal temperature of 35°C. | |||
==Training== | |||
Online training for the Formlabs Form 2 3D printer is not yet available in our ELMS/Canvas course. To use this machine work one-on-one with Sandbox staff. The Formlabs manuals are linked below and Formlabs has several helpful videos online. Note that watching videos or reading the manual does not constitute completion of training | |||
== Running a print == | |||
== About PreForm == | |||
==Manuals== | |||
*Form2 SLA 3D Printer | |||
**[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-LBDCGtwMo5AIkaMzTtr96aBpyZJkjnp Form2 Manual] | |||
**[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-PxHpT1M3VdDtikc4jgvoAp_ub5xOSa5 Form2 Quick Start Manual] | |||
**[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-QjwTEyi5DuT4Lv7IMPoIWmmiYNBeawQ Form2 Safety Guide] | |||
*Form Wash | |||
**[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-ZsO6NNz8ZUuXCCeRHWcVgr5lE5J8roI Form Wash Manual] | |||
**[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-ctLX8O2RodgdzeuTqQklyW4Ly62mfJD Form Wash Quickstart Guide] | |||
**[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-jBtUNyK8J4usP7uJXWWq4je7dA2bzMp Form Wash Safety Booklet] | |||
*Form Cure | |||
**[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-bh9vDD6DD1mXmVhuafvToidK92fHdYO Form Cure Manual] | |||
**[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-iSHDpapVb0wlvwHvnae3k373e-I0H-t Form Cure Quickstart Guide] | |||
**[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-liJrQOM3INerrr9PfJKgnLW2J-vFwHG Form Cure Safety Booklet] | |||
**[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XBsUl9sb5h7b2RzMQqNpcktj0hBc9qg0/view?usp=sharing Form Cure time and temperature settings for different resins] | |||
Latest revision as of 20:12, 21 July 2022
Overview
The Formlabs Form 2 is a desktop resin 3D printer from Formlabs, a manufacturer with headquarters in Massachusetts.
Formlabs’ Form 2 is the latest version of the Form 1, the manufacturer’s first 3D printer. The Formlabs Form 2 offers a bigger build volume than its predecessor and features a more powerful laser.
Formlabs now manufactures the Form 3 and Form 3L.
This resin 3D printer uses Stereolithography (SLA) technology. The Form 2 uses a laser to selectively harden liquid resin and 3D print an object, layer after layer. This technology allows for a very high level of detail and is compatible with different resins. These resins can be Standard, Castable, Flexible or Tough according to users’ needs.
The Formlabs Form 2 offers:
- a slide peel: to lower peel forces and reduced wear on the resin tank;
- a resin wiper: to improve print consistency by removing any particulates from the build area;
- a heated resin tank: to achieve optimal print conditions by maintaining a consistent internal temperature of 35°C.
Training
Online training for the Formlabs Form 2 3D printer is not yet available in our ELMS/Canvas course. To use this machine work one-on-one with Sandbox staff. The Formlabs manuals are linked below and Formlabs has several helpful videos online. Note that watching videos or reading the manual does not constitute completion of training