The Form Labs Form 2 utilizes digital stereolithography to create high-resolution 3D prints with layers 25 - 100 microns thick at a resolution of approximately 140 microns. A variety of materials are available, including clear and dental materials which have some level of biocompatibility.
Manufacturer: https://formlabs.com/
Rice University Fee: $2/hr + $0.25/ml of material
Non-Commercial/Academic Fee: $3.20/hr + $0.40/ml of material
Corporate/Commercial Fee: $10/hr + $1.25/ml of material
Additional recommended resources from the manufacturer:
- Intro to SLA
- FDM vs. SLA vs. SLS: How to Choose the Right 3D Printing Technology: https://formlabs.com/blog/fdm-vs-sla-vs-sls-how-to-choose-the-right-3d-printing-technology/
- How to Choose the Right 3D Printing Material: Understanding Material Properties of Plastics: https://formlabs.com/blog/choosing-prototyping-material-mechanical-properties/
- Ultimate Guide to Stereolithography (SLA) 3D printing: https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/
- An Introduction to Post-Curing SLA 3D Prints: https://formlabs.com/blog/introduction-post-curing-sla-3d-prints/
- Understanding Accuracy, Precision, and Tolerance in 3D Printing: https://formlabs.com/blog/understanding-accuracy-precision-tolerance-in-3d-printing/
- Industry Level Information
- The Ultimate Guide to Rapid Prototyping: https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-rapid-prototyping
- Guide to Manufacturing Process for Plastics: https://formlabs.com/blog/guide-to-manufacturing-processes-for-plastics/
- Ultimate Guide to Prototyping Tools for Hardware and Product Design: https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-prototyping-tools-for-hardware-and-product-design/
- Design for Manufacturing with 3D Printing: https://formlabs.com/blog/design-for-manufacturing-with-3d-printing/
- Design Tips
- Adding Screw Threats to 3D Printed Parts: https://formlabs.com/blog/adding-screw-threads-3d-printed-parts/
- How to Create Models Larger than Your 3D Pritner's Build Volume: A Guide to Bonding and Gluing SLA 3D Printed Parts: https://formlabs.com/blog/how-to-create-models-larger-than-your-3d-printers-build-volume/
- How to Design 3D-Printed Snap Fit Enclosures: https://formlabs.com/blog/designing-snap-fit-enclosures/
- Additional Resources: https://formlabs.com/resources/