Stereolithography (SLA) 3D printing service

What is Stereolithography (SLA)?

Stereolithography is a tried-and-true additive manufacturing technology for many design and engineering teams. It’s fast, affordable and widely available. SLA is a type of photopolymerization capable of producing parts with an excellent surface finish and small feature resolution, and its high-quality surface finishes and accurate detailing make it a popular option for prototypes. Our factory uses Formlabs Form 3 SLA 3D printers.

Extensive Material Options and Industry-Best Lead Times

Technology	Materials	Lead Time
Digital Light Synthesis (DLS)	Rigid: CE 221, EPX 82, EPX 86 FR (Flame Retardant), FPU 50, IND 405, MPU 100 (biocompatible), RPU 70, RPU 130, UMA 90 Non-Rigid: EPU 40, EPU 41, IND 147 - HDT 230, SIL 30	Typically four business days; expedited orders in as few as two business days
Multi Jet Fusion (MJF)	Standard: Nylon PA-11, Nylon PA-12, PA-12 GF, PP, and TPA Color: CB Nylon PA 12	Four to five business days depending on material and color
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)	ABS-ESD7, ABS-M30, ABS-M30i, Antero 800NA (PEKK), Antero840CN03 (PEKK), ASA, Nylon PA-6, Nylon PA-12, Nylon PA-12 CF (Carbon-Filled), PC-10, PC-ABS, PC-ISO, PPSF, ST-130, Ultem 1010, Ultem 9085, Ultem 9085 CG	As few as three business days
Stereolithography (SLA)	Accura 25, Black, Color (multiple), Clear, Durable, Elastic, Flexible 80A, High Temp, Surgical Guide (biocompatible), Rigid 4000, Tough 1500, Tough 2000, White	As few as three business days for prototypes; production or high-volume runs are examined on a case-by-case basis
Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) / Selective Laser Melting (SLM)	Aluminum (AlSi10), Inconel 625, Inconel 718, Maraging Steel, Titanium (Ti64)	Custom quotes available on a case-by-case basis; lead times vary

SLA Applications

SLA 3D printing produces parts with small feature resolution and excellent surface finish, making it a good technology for applications where details are important.