The cost of our SLA 3D printing services depends on the material used, the size and complexity of the object, and the quantity needed. We provide a custom quote for each project upon call.
Stereolithography (SLA)
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The photopolymer resins interact with the laser to form a precise solid surface. The laser beam is directed in the X-Y axis on the surface of the resin according to the 3D data (.stl file). The resin solidifies in the areas hit by the laser. Once each layer is completed there is a fraction of drop in the platform within the vat (Z-axis). This process will be repeated till the entire object is made and the platform can be raised out of vat for removal. The process involves cleaning and curing of the final products. Curing refers to the method of heating the part by passing intense light in an oven like structure to fully harden the resin. SLA process is mainly used to produce parts with smooth finish and which has detailing in it.
Application
- Photoshoot and Market testing prototypes.
- Used in dental, jewelry, and art.
- Investment casting patterns.
- Products with complex geometries.
- Low-volume prototype testing and master copies for vacuum casting.
Specification
Minimum Wall thickness: 0.8 mm
Minimum details size: 2 mm (for text/ hole diameters etc)
Layer thickness: 0.05 mm – 0.1 mm
Max dimensions: 145 x 145 x 175 mm (5.7 x 5.7 x 6.9 inches)
Standard Accuracy: ± 0.2% (with a lower limit of ± 0.2 mm). Dimensions tend to change with exposure to direct sunlight or another UV source
Lead Time: Minimum 2 working days for despatch
Surface finish: Smooth, with tiny visible layers
Post Processing
Basic: Support Removal, Curing, Smoothing
Add on: Primer, Coating/ Painting
We use a range of materials for SLA 3D printing, including the clear, white, and black resin. We can also source other materials upon request.
The turnaround time for 3D printing projects depends on the size and complexity of the object, as well as the quantity needed. We provide an estimated turnaround time for each project upon consultation.