Elfin resin 3d printer

eSUN eResin-PLA Pro was devised as a biologically based resin from the start. Most other resins and plastics begin as oil pulled from deep within the Earth, but eResin-PLA Pro is corn and straw converted to the necessary polyols by eSUN for regular 3D printing use.

• Plant-based
• Low-odor
• Minimized skin-irritant

Sustainability isn't eResin-PLA Pro's only quality, its high precision and supreme surface finish makes is an excellent choice for any ornate and decorative products or functional mechanical parts.

• Easily capture small details
• Low shrinkage for precise features
• High toughness for post-processed 3D prints

With the advent of monochrome LCD 3D printers, it's become harder and harder to find resin compatible with RGB LCD screens. eResin-PLA Pro has been tested to work with many RGB MSLA 3D printers with some slight tweaks to print settings

• Exposure Time
  • Mono LCD: Up to 4 seconds
  • RGB LCD: Up to 14 seconds
• Printing Speed:
  
  • Mono LCD: 10-15mm/h
  • RGB LCD: 40-60mm/h
• Lower cost makes it easy to experiment

• Color: White
• First Layer Exposure Time: 30 - 60 seconds
• Normal Layer Exposure Time: 2 - 8 seconds
• Storage Temperature: Between 20°C - 30°C (68°F - 86°F)
• Type of Container: Black plastic bottle
• Container Dimensions (Approx. ):
  • Weight: 500g
  • Size: confirm with inventory
• Compatible with most LCD/MSLA and DLP Resin 3D Printers
• Download the Safety Data Sheet

SLA Resin 3D Printer	0.05mm Layer Cure Time	Bottom Layer Cure Time
Elegoo Mars 2 Pro	3.5	40
Elegoo Mars 2	3.5	40
AnyCubic Photon Mono X	3.2	38
AnyCubic Photon Mono 4K	4.5	35
Anycubic Photon Mono SE	3.5	40
Voxelab Proxima 6.0	3.8	30
Voxelab Proxima 8.9	4	40
Phrozen Sonic Mighty 4K	4.3	40
Nova3D whale2	3.5	40
Nova Bene4 Mono	2. 2	35
Nova Elfin	6	60
Creality Halot One	5.5	40
Creality LD002R	8	50
Creality LD006	2	30

• Wear protective gear such as nitrile gloves, safety goggles, etc. before handling resin.
• Shake the container of resin well before using it.
• Avoid leaving the resin in a vat unused for more than one day.
• Do not store used resin in the same container as unused resin. Pour used resin from vat into a separate light-proof container.
• Handle resin in a well-ventilated room over protective surfaces like a silicone mat, aluminum trays, plastic sheets, etc. when possible.
• Cure resin under UV light before disposing with regular trash. NEVER dump wet, liquid resin in the trash unless it's being properly disposed of with hazardous waste. Contact your local hazardous waste facility for further appropriate steps.

Your success in 3D printing is our goal, so we have created some guides to help you create the highest quality 3D printed parts possible.

• Photopolymer Resin Safety
• Essential Accessories and Tools for SLA Resin 3D Printing

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Photopolymer 3D printer: which one to choose | Equipment

Until recently, photopolymer printing was an expensive and inaccessible way to reproduce three-dimensional figures. Only professionals from narrow fields of activity could purchase powerful equipment. Today, with more offerings and lower printer costs, high-quality 3D printing has become more affordable. All equipment on the market can be classified according to the printing method and the raw materials used. Photopolymer 3D printers are especially popular. They are equipped with a high-quality matrix with the most smooth outer surface. Thanks to this, the final products, even the smallest ones, have the correct shape with a detailed drawing. nine0003

Consumables at a glance

Photopolymer 3D printing will require special resins (liquid plastic) that harden when exposed to light. They are sensitive to ultraviolet radiation, which determines the design features of 3D printers. The physical properties of consumables vary widely. After polymerization, they can be hard or flexible, matte or transparent. Consistency, exposure time (curing), colors also vary. Both biologically safe resins and technical options can be selected based on the intended use of the end products. The cost of consumables is quite high, so when choosing equipment, it is worth considering the available range of compatible polymer raw materials. nine0003

SLA Technology (Laser Stereolithography)

Photopolymer 3D printing originated from this technology in 1984. The essence of the process lies in the fact that the curing of raw materials occurs under the influence of a high-precision laser.

Design features. The classic model of a photopolymer 3D printer consists of a resin tank, which is located under the platform. It is driven (raised, lowered and rotated) by a special mechanism. In some cases, the cuvette itself is driven. The laser emitter and mirror deflection system are located on the top of the equipment. nine0003

Printing method. During the operation of a laser stereolithographic 3D printer, the platform is immersed in a cuvette with consumable material to a depth of one layer. Due to the rather thick consistency of resins, a leveling mechanism can be used to speed up printing. This is followed by a progressive point process of illuminating the material with a laser irradiator. The direction of the beam in the horizontal and vertical planes is determined by the movement of the deflecting mirror system. Upon completion of drawing and polymerization, the platform is immersed in the cuvette for one more layer, and the process is repeated. This is how the entire digital model is formed step by step. nine0003

Technology features. SLA-3D printers have very high precision and print quality. They are reliable and pretty straightforward to use. In addition, the equipment is compatible with many photopolymer resins on the market.

DLP Technology (LED Stereolithography)

This method of creating 3D models is very similar to SLA technology. The difference is that instead of a laser emitter with a mirror system, a digital LED projector is used. nine0003

Design features. The equipment consists of a glass platform with a vertical Z axis, a photopolymer resin cuvette, a glass substrate and a digital LED projector located below. An important difference between the equipment is the material from which the cuvette is made. It is completely transparent to ultraviolet radiation.

Printing method. With the help of a digital projector, the templates are polymerized at once as a whole layer, and not pointwise, as is the case with SLA equipment. A feature of a photopolymer 3D printer with DLP technology is the ability to invert, or reverse, print an image. In this case, the platform is not immersed in the consumable, but rises along the Z axis, gradually stretching the layers of exposed resin. nine0003

Technology features. Printing objects using LED stereolithography does not take much time. In addition, the absence of a delicate mirror system makes the equipment more resistant to physical impact and has a positive effect on printing accuracy, allowing you to get a higher resolution along the Z axis. The size of the projection and the models themselves can be quite significant in height, since it is not limited by the depth of the cuvette. This allows you to get a more voluminous build area without increasing the dimensions of the printer. During operation of the equipment, unwanted flare may occur, and as the print area increases, accuracy and speed decrease. Consumables are quite diverse and have an affordable cost. nine0003

LCD technology (direct ultraviolet illumination)

This method of photopolymer 3D printing is based on the same principles as LED stereolithography. The difference lies in the fact that a special LCD panel is used as the illumination pattern (matrix).

Design features. A transparent resin cuvette is located under the Z-axis glass platform. Next, a matrix (LCD panel) and a Fresnel lens are layered. At the bottom of the equipment is an ultra-bright LED, which provides the resin polymerization process. nine0003

Printing method. Fresnel lens evens out the glow of a powerful LED. The LCD panel inside the equipment creates a white outline of the object and a rich black background. The black color does not transmit powerful radiation, while the white contour is freely illuminated. Due to this, each polymer layer quickly hardens.

Technology features. The equipment does not contain complex and expensive components (laser sources, moving reflectors), so LCD printing technology is considered the least expensive. The cost of equipment is lower than the price of analogues. The working area of ​​polymerization is limited only by the resolution of the matrix and the dimensions of the equipment. At the same time, a weak illumination force increases the polymerization rate compared to DLP technology. Flare may occur during printing. In addition, due to the features of the formation of the mask, the wall contour can be fuzzy. nine0003

What to look for when choosing

When choosing a photopolymer 3D printer, it must be taken into account that any equipment, regardless of the printing technology, tends to leave some of the original resins in the cuvette upon completion of work. If there is a need to use different raw materials at the same time, in order to reduce their consumption, additional tanks can be purchased. The larger the printable area of ​​the equipment, the higher the resin consumption will be. nine0003

1. First you need to decide on the purpose of buying equipment. If semi-professional and professional printing is required, you can consider the middle price segment. Industrial 3D printers are suitable for large-scale polymerization of complex products.
2. Based on the printing tasks, the appropriate technology is selected. For smaller and more precise objects, classic high-precision laser stereolithography (SLA) models are suitable. Larger products, the surface of which can be additionally processed, are usually printed on LED stereolithographic photopolymer 3D printers (DLP). For medium-sized objects without complex embossed surfaces, direct ultraviolet illumination (LCD) models can be selected. An important nuance is that in models with SLA and DLP printing, the products are partially cured, which is necessary to maintain their physical shape. Since the complete polymerization process takes a long time, after manufacturing, the models must be subjected to additional irradiation. To do this, you can use special cameras with ultraviolet lamps or transparent quartz glass boxes exposed to direct sunlight. nine0070
3. An important aspect is the ease of subsequent operation. Modern equipment does not provide a wide choice in print settings. As a rule, it is focused on the manufacture of specific samples. So, if the device is chosen for photopolymer 3D printing of narrow-profile small-sized products, then polymerization of other, larger workpieces can be difficult. The size of the chamber and the compatibility of the source materials come into play here. The degree of automation is also quite important. Features such as automatic resin feeding system, material level sensor, quick-release build platform can greatly speed up and simplify the process of setting up and tracking the print status. nine0070

Today, a wide range of photopolymer 3D printers from different manufacturers is presented on the market, which allows you to choose a model that is suitable for the price and most fully meets the requirements. Our store presents both new models of industrial 3D printers from leading manufacturers, as well as used equipment in good working condition.

Choosing a liquid photopolymer for a 3D printer. Classification of materials for SLA/DLP 3D printing. nine0001

Contents:

1. Introduction
2. SLA Overview
3. SLA standard resins
1. Standard photopolymer resin - Standard
2. Clear photopolymer resin - Clear
4. Engineering photopolymer resins
1. Rigid photopolymer resin - Tough (like ABS)
2. Durable photopolymer resin - Durable (PP-like)
3. Heat resistant photopolymer resin - Heat resistant
4. Rubber-like photopolymer resin - Rubber-like (Elastic)
5. Ceramic photopolymer resin - Ceramic filled (Hard)
5. How to choose the right resin for your application
6. Dental and medical SLA resins
1. Medical Device Photopolymer Resin - Custom Medical Appliances (Class I Biocompatibility)
nine0069 Dental Long Term Biocompatible Resin (Class IIa biocompatible)
2. Class I biocompatibility vs Class IIa biocompatibility
7. Cast SLA resins
1. Cast resin for jewelry making
8. Generalized rules

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This article compares photopolymer resins using Formlabs SLA 3D printing products –

Catalog of photopolymer 3D printers

Photopolymers from FormLabs

Detailed review of the Formlabs Form 3 3D printer

Introduction

The stereolithography prints plastic parts with high resolution, good fine detail and smooth surface. Due to the variety of photopolymer resins available for SLA, this technology is used in many different industries: nine0003

• "Standard" photopolymers are used for prototyping

• Engineering photopolymers have certain mechanical and thermal properties

• Dental and medical photopolymers have biocompatibility certificates.

• Cast photopolymers have a zero ash content after burning. nine0003

SLA 3D Printing Resin Overview

SLA uses a laser to cure a liquid photopolymer resin. This process is called photopolymerization. Various combinations of polymers and other additives that are part of the resin allow you to get different material properties.

The main advantages and limitations that are common to all resins in SLA 3D printing are:

Benefits:

Weaknesses:

Base Resins for SLA

Post-Processing SLA/DLP 3D Printing Article

Standard resins produce parts with high stiffness, detail and a smooth surface. The low cost of resins, from $250 per liter, makes them ideal for prototypes.

The color of the resin also affects its properties. For example, in FormLabs products, gray resin is suitable for models with fine details, and white resin for parts that require the smoothest possible surface. nine0003

Benefits of using Standard grade resins:

Cons Standard:

Also included in the class of "Standard" photopolymer resins from FormLabs is the Color KIT - a set of special dyes and "Color Base" photopolymer resin for mixing and obtaining a variety of color solutions. This eliminates the need for painting parts after 3D printing.

FormLabs Engineering Photopolymer Resins

Engineering resins have a range of properties for injection molded plastics.

All engineering resins require additional UV curing, such as using the Form Cure, to achieve their maximum properties.

Tough resin was developed for models that need to withstand high loads and be durable. nine0003

This material produces strong, shatter-resistant parts and functional prototypes such as snap-on housings.

Pros:

Cons:

Ideal for: functional prototypes, mechanical parts

Durable resin is a wear-resistant and flexible material with mechanical properties similar to polypropylene.

Durable photopolymer produces models with a smooth glossy surface and high resistance to deformation.

Durable Resin is ideal for:

• Bushings and bearings;
  
• Various functional compounds

Pros:

Cons:

• Not suitable for thin wall parts (recommended minimum wall thickness 1mm)

• Low heat distortion temperature

• Low flexural strength (lower than hard resin)

Ideal for: functional prototypes. nine0003