SLA VS. FDM
SLA Printing
Stereolithography (SLA) printing cures liquid resin layer by layer to create parts with high detail and smooth surfaces. While this method can be more expensive due to resin costs and required post-processing, it’s ideal for applications where detail is more important than functionality.
FDM Printing
Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) uses the classic ‘hot-glue gun’ method to print parts. It’s cost-effective for general-purpose prototyping and ideal for projects where strength and functionality are more important than surface finish.
Need your part printed in a hurry?
High-speed resins are available for time-sensitive projects or high-volume production. Formulated to cure quickly under the printer's UV light, these resins reduce printing time while maintaining overall quality.
Note: This may compromise dimensional accuracy for functional parts.
CAPABILITIES & SPECIFICATIONS
SLA Part Dimensions (Phrozen Sonic Mega 8k)
Max. Part Dimensions - 330 x 185 x 400mm
Max. Part Resolution – 43 microns (0.043 mm)
FDM Part Dimensions (Bambu Lab XE1)
Max. Part Dimensions – 389 x 389 x 457mm
Max. Part Resolution – 50 microns (0.05 mm)
Part larger than the build area?
If your part is larger than the build area, we can either scale it down or split it into two sections for printing, add joining features, and apply adhesive to secure the pieces together.