Additive Technology: SLA
Stereolithography
SLA is capable of printing extremely accurate parts using a wide range of resins. It’s great for fine details and parts that require injection mold like finishes.
Description
SLA technology uses ultraviolet light to cure photopolymer resin layer by layer. It offers a higher resolution than other technologies, allowing you to print parts with fine details and surface finishes.
Strengths
Fine features, with high detail, smooth, injection mold like surfaces and a wide range of materials.
Weaknesses
Support marks may be visible, cured resins can be brittle, not recommended for heavy wear and tear parts.
Standard Resins
White, Grey, Black, Clear and Castable Wax
Engineering Resins
Rigid, Durable, High Temp, Tough and Flexible
Price
$$$$$
Lead Time
3-4 Days
Tolerances
± 0.15 mm
Min Wall Thickness
0.5 mm
Max Build Volume
145 x 145 x 175 mm
( 5.7 x 5.7 x 6.9 in )
Resolutions Available
25 Micron – 0.025 mm
50 Micron – 0.05 mm
100 Micron – 0.1 mm
Advantages of SLA
Exceptional Quality Parts
We offer a wide range of materials with stunning surface finishes.
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Explore SLA Materials
Below is a list of materials we offer for Stereolithography.
WHITE RESIN
All Purpose Resin
Captures smooth surfaces and high details with our White resin. It’s great for general purpose prototyping or as a base for parts that will be painted.
GREY RESIN
All Purpose Resin
Perfect for general purpose design validation and excellent for capturing small details. Grey resin supports higher print resolutions to maximize part quality.
CASTABLE WAX RESIN
All Purpose Resin
Great for casting parts with zero ash content and clean burnout. It’s highly accurate and captures intricate features, plus strong enough to be handled.
DURABLE RESIN
Engineering grade resin
Use for low modulus, high elongation, and impact strength. This resin produces a smooth, glossy finish and high resistance to deformation and friction.
FLEXIBLE RESIN
Engineering grade resin
With an 80A Shore durometer, this resin is ideal for tough flexible parts. It has a matte black finish and a soft surface, making it ideal for rubberized parts.
BLACK RESIN
All Purpose Resin
Made for models with very small features and intricate details. It has a matte surface finish, opaque appearance and supports higher print resolutions.
CLEAR RESIN
All Purpose Resin
Great for mold-making, optics, lighting, or parts requiring translucency to showcase internal features. Post-processing may be required to achieve full clarity.
RIGID RESIN
Engineering grade resin
Reinforced with fiberglass to offer very high stiffness and a polished finish. Rigid is highly resistant to deformation over time and is great for printing thin walls.
TOUGH RESIN
Engineering grade resin
Great for strength and compliance. Tough resin is typically used for prototyping strong, functional parts and assemblies that are subjected to brief stress or strain.
HIGH TEMP RESIN
Engineering grade resin
Our high temp resin has a heat deflection temperature of 238 °C @ 0.45 MPa. Use it to print fine detailed, functional prototypes with high thermal stability.