Resins Available In 3D Printing Service

Our 3D printing service offers a wide range of resins, including standard, tough, durable, flexible, high-temperature, dental, medical-grade, transparent, castable, UV-resistant, engineering, ceramic-filled, composite, sacrificial, and Formula 1μ resins, catering to diverse application needs.
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Resins 3D Printing Technologies

Resins 3D Printing Technologies, including SLA, DLP, CLIP, and PolyJet, deliver high-resolution, smooth surface finishes for detailed prototypes. These methods enable fast printing speeds, continuous production, and multi-material capabilities, offering precision and versatility for various industries and applications.
Resins 3D Printing Technologies

3DP Process

Introduction

SLA 3D Printing

High-resolution prints, excellent surface finish, and suitable for detailed prototypes.

DLP 3D Printing

Fast printing speeds, high-quality finish, and precise details, especially for small parts.

CLIP 3D Printing

Extremely fast, continuous printing with smooth surface finishes and high accuracy.

PolyJet 3D Printing

Produces high-resolution, full-color, multi-material parts with smooth surfaces.

MMJ 3D Printing

Supports multi-material prints with varying properties, allowing complex parts with mixed characteristics.

Typical Resin Used In 3D Printing

Resins used in 3D printing offer high detail, smooth finishes, and specialized properties for applications in prototyping, dentistry, and jewelry. Common types include Standard Resin for general prototyping, Tough Resin for impact resistance, Flexible Resin for elasticity, High-Temperature Resin for heat resistance, and Biocompatible Resin for medical and dental applications. These materials enable precise, durable, and highly functional 3D-printed parts.

Materials

Tensile Strength (MPa)

Yield Strength (MPa)

Elongation (%)

Hardness (Shore D/HRC)

Density (g/cm³)

Applications

Standard Resins

40-60

35-50

5-15

60-80 (Shore D)

1.10-1.20

Prototyping, Miniatures, Consumer products

Tough Resins

50-70

40-60

20-50

70-85 (Shore D)

1.10-1.25

Functional prototypes, Mechanical parts, Enclosures

Durable Resins

40-60

30-50

50-100

60-75 (Shore D)

1.05-1.15

Impact-resistant parts, Snap-fit enclosures, Housings

Flexible Resins

10-30

5-20

200-600

40-80 (Shore A)

1.10-1.30

Seals, Gaskets, Wearables, Soft grips

High-Temperature Resins

60-80

50-70

3-10

80-90 (Shore D)

1.15-1.25

Aerospace, Automotive, High-heat applications

Dental Resins

50-75

40-65

10-20

70-85 (Shore D)

1.10-1.20

Dental models, Surgical guides, Orthodontics

Medical-Grade Biocompatible Resins

50-80

45-70

5-15

70-90 (Shore D)

1.10-1.25

Surgical tools, Implants, Prosthetics

Transparent Resins

40-65

35-55

5-15

60-85 (Shore D)

1.10-1.20

Optical components, Light covers, Display cases

Castable Resins

20-40

10-30

3-10

50-75 (Shore D)

1.05-1.15

Jewelry casting, Dental crowns, Investment casting

UV-Resistant Resins

45-70

35-60

5-15

70-85 (Shore D)

1.10-1.20

Outdoor parts, Automotive components, Weather-resistant applications

Engineering Resins

55-80

45-65

10-30

75-90 (Shore D)

1.10-1.25

Functional parts, Mechanical assemblies, End-use components

Ceramic-Filled Resins

70-100

60-80

2-8

85-95 (Shore D)

1.30-1.50

High-strength tooling, Molds, Thermal applications

Composite Resins

60-90

50-75

5-15

80-90 (Shore D)

1.20-1.40

Aerospace components, High-performance parts, Industrial applications

Sacrificial Resin

30-50

20-40

10-20

60-80 (Shore D)

1.10-1.25

Mold-making, Lost-wax casting, Dissolvable support structures

Formula 1μ

80-110

70-95

5-15

85-95 (Shore D)

1.15-1.30

High-performance racing applications, Aerospace, Advanced engineering

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How To Choose The Right Resins

Choosing the right resin depends on application needs. Standard resins suit general prototyping, tough resins offer durability, flexible resins provide elasticity, and high-temperature resins withstand extreme heat. Biocompatible resins are ideal for medical uses. Consider strength, flexibility, heat resistance, and precision to select the best resin for your 3D printing needs.

Material

Characteristics

3D Printing Considerations

Typical Applications

Standard Resins

Good detail, somewhat brittle, decent surface finish

Easy to print, requires post-curing

Prototyping, Miniatures, Consumer products

Tough Resins

High strength and toughness, impact-resistant

Requires careful post-curing, susceptible to warping

Functional prototypes, Mechanical parts, Enclosures

Durable Resins

Wear-resistant, ductile, good impact strength

May need fine-tuning of print settings for elongation

Impact-resistant parts, Snap-fit enclosures, Housings

Flexible Resins

Very flexible, high elongation, impact absorption

Requires slow printing speeds, tricky post-processing

Seals, Gaskets, Wearables, Soft grips

High-Temperature Resins

High thermal stability, rigid

Needs high-temperature post-curing, warping can be an issue

Aerospace, Automotive components, High-heat applications

Dental Resins

Biocompatible, precise, color stability

Requires sterilization capability and precise printing

Dental models, Surgical guides, Orthodontics

Medical-Grade Biocompatible Resins

High biocompatibility, sterilizable, strong

Needs careful handling and post-processing, often requires certification

Surgical tools, Implants, Prosthetics

Transparent Resins

Clarity, good light transmission, smooth surface finish

Prone to yellowing if not cured properly, requires clean environment

Optical components, Light covers, Display cases

Castable Resins

Burns out cleanly, no ash or residue, detailed

Requires specific burnout process for casting, sensitive to light

Jewelry casting, Dental crowns, Investment casting

UV-Resistant Resins

UV stability, color retention, outdoor usability

Must be cured thoroughly to ensure UV resistance

Outdoor parts, Automotive components, Weather-resistant applications

Engineering Resins

High mechanical properties, thermal stability, chemical resistance

Often requires annealing, sensitive to moisture

Functional parts, Mechanical assemblies, End-use components

Ceramic-Filled Resins

High thermal resistance, stiff, wear-resistant

Requires careful post-processing to maintain thermal properties

High-strength tooling, Molds, Thermal applications

Composite Resins

Enhanced mechanical properties, reinforced, versatile

Needs specific considerations for fiber content and orientation

Aerospace components, High-performance parts, Industrial applications

Sacrificial Resin

Soluble or burnout capability, good print detail

Specific to applications that allow for easy removal after casting

Mold-making, Lost-wax casting, Dissolvable support structures

Formula 1μ

Exceptionally high performance, used in Formula 1 engineering

Requires advanced printing techniques and post-processing

High-performance racing applications, Aerospace, Advanced engineering

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