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Thermoplastics are strong, compliant, resilient, UV-resistant, and long-lasting — a combination of properties that make them the ideal default materials for manufacturing. Resins for 3D printing have not been able to compete with these superior properties until today. Introducing the next-generation Formlabs Tough Resins, a range of new high-performance materials that can finally rival thermoplastics. Resins in the Tough Resin Family are named after the tensile modulus of each material, with mechanical properties that rival high-density polyethylene (HDPE), ABS, and polypropylene. More info here: https://bit.ly/4iuqB5m #DropTest #Thermoplastics #ToughResins #ResinPrinting #3Dprinting #formlabs

After 20 years of dissatisfaction with traditional prosthetics, Sydney found a custom 3D-printed solution designed across continents. Part 4 of Sydney’s story has finally arrived. In this chapter we go deeper into the project’s ideation, development, testing, iteration, and results. You can learn more about the full process of scanning, modeling, printing, and post-processing. Read more about the 3D printed prosthetics: https://bit.ly/48mGyWB Comment if you would like to see Part 5. #3DPrinting #Prosthetics #Innovation #Formlabs #BioMed

With SLS 3D printing, businesses can cut tooling costs and produce high-quality components faster than ever. This intake manifold from Dorman Products was printed on the Formlabs Fuse 1+ 30W. More info at formlabs.com

Formula Student Team Prints 100°C-Proof Motor Parts with Form 4 We were really impressed by what the UESTC (University of Electronic Science and Technology) FURY Formula Student team pulled off using the Form 4 SLA printer with Rigid 10K resin. They were able to quickly fabricate water-cooled seats for their distributed motors, and the parts hold up at 100°C without warping. The sealing is also much tighter than typical FDM prints. What an exciting application for the Formlabs machine! Learn more about the Rigid 10K Resin: https://bit.ly/4894Ov7 #FormulaStudent #UESTC #SLA #Rigid10KResin #AdditiveManufacturing #3Dprinting #formlabs

Formnext 2025 is happening now. 3D printing hardware, materials, and software continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. To explore the latest product releases, see live demos, and talk with our 3D printing experts, visit Formlabs at Booth E11, Hall 11.1. 3D printing automation solution by DHR Engineering

Formnext has officially started today, and we are thrilled by the impressive level of interest and engagement! Thank you to everyone who has already visited our booth. If you haven’t stopped by yet, make sure not to miss your chance to discover the world’s leading SLA and SLS 3D printers. 📍 Visit us at Booth E11, Hall 11.1

Color without limits. Introducing Color Resin. Bring your brand, product line, or creative vision to life in every shade. From soft neutrals to bold statement colors, you can achieve exact matches without painting, coating, or mixing pigments. Enjoy a surface finish superior to FDM, paired with versatile mechanical properties ideal for prototypes, production parts, jigs, fixtures, and end-use components. Every order is custom-manufactured and quality checked, so your prints are consistent, reliable, and ready to perform. Learn more about the tools that bring ideas to life: https://bit.ly/4oM4Tfn #Announcement #ColorResin #CustomColor #3Dprinting #formlabs

Let's take a closer look at our new Tough 1000 Resin. It is a ductile, impact-resistant material with comparable strength, stiffness, and toughness to high-density polyethylene (HDPE), designed with exceptional wear and fatigue resistance for long-term toughness and utility. The 180% elongation at break (EAB) and Gardner impact strength of 128 in-lb surpass HDPE, making Tough 1000 Resin ideal for parts that bend, compress, or deform without cracking. Hinges and functional parts can handle repeated stress and wear with a work of fracture of 3,200 J/m2 and a Ross flex fatigue of >100,000 cycles (at 23 °C). With a matte, dark grey color, it is engineered for applications that require smooth surfaces and low-friction finishes. Tough 1000 Resin is a new material formulation that leverages the technology of Form 4 Series printers, with 5x higher fracture toughness, 2x higher EAB, and improved temperature, creep, and aging resistance compared to Durable Resin. Learn in our Product Announcement Keynote: https://bit.ly/3K2jrs1 #ToughResins #ResinPrinting #3Dprinting #AdditiveManufacturing #Announcement #formlabs

Introducing Tough 2000 Resin V2 Rugged material with strength and stiffness comparable to ABS, Tough 2000 Resin V2 provides both high toughness and excellent resistance to heat and creep, making it ideal for heavy duty applications. It delivers highly functional prototypes and end-use parts that resist shattering, deformation, and long-term wear. With a 79% elongation at break and a heat deflection temperature (HDT) of 70 °C, parts maintain structural integrity under mechanical and environmental stress. The new formulation is darker with a matte finish, for presentation-ready parts with enhanced details and a smooth finish. Tough 2000 Resin V2 is a new material formulation that leverages the technology of Form 4 Series printers to deliver 3x higher fracture toughness, improved temperature resistance, material longevity, and aesthetics compared to the previous version. Watch the Product Announcement Keynote to learn more: https://bit.ly/3K2jrs1 #ToughResins #ResinPrinting #3Dprinting #AdditiveManufacturing #Announcement #formlabs

Dropping it like it’s hot. Today on Formlabs Mythbusters, we’re asking the big question: Can the next generation of Tough materials survive a 7-meter drop? You will see Tough 1000, Tough 1500 V2, and Tough 2000 V2 going head-to-head against each other. Explosions? Maybe. Shattered egos? Definitely. Survivors? We’ll see. Catch the full experiment here: https://bit.ly/3K2jrs1 #DropTest #3Dprinting #ToughResins #formlabs