Formlabs Formlabs Form 3+ Package
The Formlabs Form 3+ is an industrial-quality, resin 3D printer using Low Force Stereolithography (LFS)™ technology for producing parts with exceptional precision and surface finishes. It's compatible with over 30 materials, offers a seamless workflow, and includes around-the-clock printing capabilities and expert support. Key features include consistent high-quality output, a build volume of 145×145×193mm, and a focus on reliability with less troubleshooting. Ideal for both prototypes and end-use components, it aims to reduce time to market without compromising quality.
- Industrial-quality parts with Low Force Stereolithography
- Compatible with 30+ materials; seamless workflow
- Optional 24/7 printing capability; expert support available
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Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Flawless Parts, Every Time
A beacon of reliability and exceptional performance, the Formlabs Form 3+ delivers industrial-quality parts in record time at an accessible price. This resin 3D printer leverages Low Force Stereolithography (LFS)™ technology to output parts with exceptional surface finishes and precision, ideal for both prototypes and end-use components. Reduce time to market without compromising on quality with the Form 3+.
Key Features of the Formlabs Form 3+ 3D Printer:
- Produce consistent, high-quality parts
- Utilize reliable Low Force Stereolithography technology
- Compatible w/ 30+ validated standard & advanced materials
- Seamless workflow with Form 3+ ecosystem
- Expert access available with Pro Service Plan
- 24/7 3D Printing with Form Auto and Build Platform 2
- Build Volume: 145×145×193mm (5.7"×5.7"×7.6")
CONSISTENT RELIABILITY
Investing in the Form 3+ means investing more time in 3D printing and less time troubleshooting. Formlabs utilizes industry-leading technology and support to ensure 24/7 reliability at your service.
- Parts come out right the first time
- Succeed from the start with personalized onboarding (remote or onsite)
- Expert support and services available, whenever you need it
LOW FORCE FOR HIGH QUALITY
Formlabs Form 3+ achieves incredible print quality thanks to its trademark technology—Low Force Stereolithography (LFS). By combining a flexible tank with linear illumination, the forces exerted on parts during the printing process are drastically reduced leading to sharp details that are finer than ever, parts snapping cleanly off supports, and reliable print results that are easily repeatable.
- High-quality, repeatable prints with custom Light Processing Unit (LPU)
- Smooth surfaces with LPU's linear illumination
- Clean support removal with reduced peel force
INDUSTRIAL MATERIALS FOR INDUSTRIAL PARTS
Formlabs has an extensive catalog of high-performance resins for you to choose from. Access the right material that delivers industrial-grade parts and meets any challenges that come with your industrial application needs.
- Ready-to-print 30+ Validated Materials
- Optimized settings available
- Diverse, Specialized Photopolymers
- (i.e. UV stability, flame retardancy, ESD resistance, etc.)
- Total Freedom w/ Open Platform
- Print with any 405nm resin (paid license required)
EASY, EFFICIENT ECOSYSTEM
From design to finished part, Formlabs has you covered every step of the way with their proprietary resin 3D printing software, hardware, and materials. This end-to-end Form 3+ ecosystem ensures your workflow is easy and efficient.
- Hassle-Free Resin Handling
- Spill-free, swappable cartridge system
- Intuitive Prep & Management Software
- Prep parts in a few clicks and manage everything with an online dashboard
- Powerful Automation Tools
- Catalog designed to minimize cost per part and unlock 24/7 production
PRINTER THAT MATCHES YOUR PRODUCTION SCALE
The Form 3+ is the 3D printer that can meet and grow with your production demands. Whether you're a budding small business, a seasoned large enterprise, or somewhere in between, Formlambs engineered additional hardware, software, and accessories that allow your Form 3 to adapt to expanding output needs.
- Build Platform 2—Quick print removal
- Form Auto—Print 24/7
- Resin Pump—Reduce resin refills
- Fleet Control—Manage multiple machines
APPLICABLE FOR ANY APPLICATION
Whether it's the manufacturing, education, aerospace, or jewelry sector (to name a few), resin 3D printing is pivotal in any industry. Parts produced on the Form 3+ are designed with a wide variety of applications in mind including, but not limited to:
- Rapid prototyping
- Rapid tooling
- Manufacturing aids
- Models and props
- End-use part production
PROS AT YOUR SERVICE
When high uptimes and business growth are top priorities, access to dedicated phone support, training, and more is crucial. Enter the Formlabs Pro Service Plan, designed to get you the most out of your Form 3+ 3D printer by connecting you with a dedicated team of certified workflow-trained support representatives. Extend your coverage further with the following:
- Expedited replacement during servicing
- Direct line to expert phone support
- Live customized training
- Priority email support
- Customize—extend warranty up to 3 years
WHY BUY FROM MATTERHACKERS
MatterHackers is where digital fabrication technology meets passion. When you shop here, feel confident knowing that the vast selection of machines, materials, and accessories we've curated in our catalog are guaranteed top-quality products backed by our team of experts. Exceptional customer service, fast & free shipping on orders over $35, a 30-day return policy, and more make us the reliable go-to for professionals, educators, and hobbyists. At MatterHackers, we're more than just a retailer; we're your trusted partner in innovation.
- Diverse, expert-curated catalog
- Top-notch customer service
- Convenient fast & free shipping
- Training and Maintenance Services
- 30-day Returns
- Rewards Program on qualified purchases
What's Included with the Formlabs Form 3+ Packages?
| Basic | Complete | |
| ✔ | ✔ | Form 3+ 3D Printer |
| ✔ | ✔ | Form 3 Resin Tank V2.1 |
| ✔ | ✔ | Form 3 Finish Kit |
| ✔ | ✔ | Build Platform (Standard) OR Build Platform 2* (+$130) |
| ✔ | Form Wash | |
| ✔ | Form Cure |
*This depends on your personal selection at checkout. Build Platform 2 is highly recommended if you also purchase Form Auto to maximize its automated capabilities or strongly prefer the easiest and fastest method for removing prints off the build platform.
| OPTIONAL | |
| Resin Pump | +$199 |
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Seamlessly deliver 5L of resin through a pumping system directly to the Form 3+’s resin tank. Improve efficiency with less frequent cartridge changes and save on materials with bulk purchases. Note: You must replace the tubing for the Resin Pump system with the Resin Pump Maintenance Kit every 6 months or when changing to a different resin type. |
| Form Auto | +$1,999 |
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Hardware extension of the Form 3+ that enables zero 3D printer downtime with 24/7 3D printing. It removes finished parts from the Build Platform 2 and starts the next print—operator interaction not required. Each Form Auto comes with 1 Year of Fleet Control. Extended warranty coverage of the Form Auto is available. Request a quote for more info. |
| Pro Service Plan | Starting at $549 |
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Receive priority email and phone support, customized live training, and an expedited replacement 3D printer if servicing is needed. Options are available for up to three years. Your printer's warranty will be extended up to an additional one or two years if purchasing either the 2 Year or 3 Year Pro Service Plan. |
What's Different Between the Formlabs Form 3+ and Form 3L?
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| Model | Form 3+ | Form 3L |
| Price | $2,499 | $5,999 |
| Ideal Application(s) | Maximum Production Output Small to Medium-scale Prototyping |
Large-scale Prototyping |
| Maximum Part Size (W × D × H) |
145mm×145mm×193mm (5.7"×5.7"×7.6") |
335×200×320mm (13.2"×7.9"×12.6") |
| Printer Dimensions (W × D × H) |
405mm×375mm×530mm (15.9"×14.8"×20.9") |
770×520×740mm (30.3"×20.5"×29.1") |
| Weight | 17.5kg (38.5lb) | 54.4kg (120lb) |
| Laser Power | One 250 mW laser | Two 250 mW laser |
| Layer Thickness* | 25 - 300 microns (.001" – .012") |
25 - 300 microns (.001" – .012")** |
| Castable Wax V1 Compatible | ✔ | |
| Silicone 40A V1 Compatible | ✔ | |
| Alumina 4N V1 Compatible | ✔ | |
| Resin Cartridges | 1 | 2 |
| Resin Management | OPTIONAL - Resin Pump | OPTIONAL - Resin Pump |
| 24/7 Printing Capabilities | OPTIONAL - Form Auto | N/A |
| Power Requirements | 100 - 240 VAC, 2.5 A 50/60 Hz, 220W |
100 - 240 VAC, 8.5A MAX 50/60HZ, 650W |
* Layer thickness availability varies by material.
** The Form 3L is capable of printing at 25 micron layer heights, but only one 25 micron print setting is available for Formlabs' large format 3D printers.
What are the Technical Specifications of the Form 3+ 3D Printer?
| GENERAL | |
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| Machine | Resin 3D Printer |
| Technology | Low Force Stereolithography (LFS)™ |
| Light Source | Laser |
| Assembly | Fully-Assembled |
| Machine Dimensions (W × D × H) |
405×375×530mm (15.9"×14.8"×20.9") |
| Minimum Access Dimensions (W × D × H) |
405×530×780mm 15.9"×20.9"×30.7" |
| Weight | 17.5kg (38.5lb) |
| PRINTER PARAMETERS | |
| Build Volume (W × D × H) |
145mm×145mm×193mm (5.7"×5.7"×7.6") |
| XY Resolution | 25 microns |
| Layer Thickness* | 25 - 300 microns (.001" – .012") |
| Laser Specifications | 1 Light Processing Unit; EN 60825-1:2007 certified Class 1 Laser Product |
| Laser Wavelength | 405nm |
| Laser Power | 250mW |
| Laser Spot Size | 85 microns (0.0033") |
| TEMPERATURE | |
| Internal Temperature | Auto-heats to 35 °C (95 °F) |
| Temperature Control | Air-heated print chamber |
| Operating Environment | 18 - 28 °C 64 - 82 °F |
| PRINTER FEATURES | |
| Resin Cartridges | 1 |
| Resin Management | Optional - Resin Pump |
| 24/7 3D Printing | Optional - Form Auto |
| MATERIAL COMPATIBILITY | |
| Formlabs Materials | Standard Resin(s) Black V4, Clear V4, Grey V4, White V4, Color Base V1, Draft V2 Tough & Durable Resin(s) Durable V2, Tough 1500 V1, Tough 2000 V1 Rigid Resin(s) Rigid 4000 V1, Rigid 10K V1 Engineering Resin(s) ESD V1, Flame Retardant V1, Grey Pro V1, High Temp V2, Silicone 40A V1, Alumina 4N V1 Flexible & Elastic Resin(s) Elastic 50A Resin V1 & V2, Flexible 80A V1 Polyurethane Resin(s) PU Rigid 650 V1, PU Rigid 1000 V1 Jewelry Resin(s) Castable Wax V1, Castable Wax 40 V1 Dental Resin(s) Model V2 & V3 |
| Formlabs Wash Solution(s) | Ceramic Wash Solution |
| Biocompatible | Available on the Form 3B+ |
| Open Platform | Certified List Coming Soon Any 405nm compatible resin Open Material License required |
| COMMUNICATION | |
| Display | 5.5" interactive touchscreen 1280 × 720 resolution |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi (2.4, 5 GHz) Ethernet (1000 Mbit) USB 2.0 |
| Alerts | Touchscreen alerts SMS/email via Dashboard Two LED status indicators Speaker for audio alerts |
| SOFTWARE | |
| Compatible Program(s) | PreForm |
| OS Compatibility | Windows 7 (64-bit) and up Mac OS X 10.12 and up |
| Additional System Requirements |
OpenGL 2.1 C++ runtime library from Microsoft (Windows only) 4GB RAM (8GB recommended) |
| Supported Input File Type(s) | STL, OBJ, and 3MF |
| Supported Output File Type(s) | FORM |
| Print Setup Features | One-Click Print, Remote Print Rotate, scale, duplicate, and mirror Auto-mesh repair, Auto-generation of supports Auto-orient for optimal print position Adaptive layer thickness for faster printing with fine details Layer slicer for path inspection Available in multiple languages |
| Dashboard Printer Management Features |
Manage prints and printers via the cloud Track resin and tank usage over time SMS and email alerts Create enterprise group accounts with admins to more easily share printers and control access |
| POWER REQUIREMENT(S) | |
| Power Supply Input | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz 220 W @ 2.5 A |
| WARRANTY | |
| Warranty Period | 1 Year if purchasing the 2 Year Pro Service Plan, 2 Years if purchasing the 3 Year Pro Service Plan, 3 Years |
What's Different Between LFS and SLS on Formlabs Machines?
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| Model(s) | Form 3+ / Form 3L | Fuse 1 / Fuse 1+ |
| Starting Price | $2,499 / $5,999 | $23,499 / $33,489 |
| Technology | Low Force Stereolithography (LFS) | Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) |
| Pros | Great value High accuracy Smooth surface finish Range of applications |
Strong functional parts Design freedom (no supports) Simpler post-processing |
| Application(s) | Functional prototyping Patterns, molds, and tooling Dental applications Jewelry prototyping and casting Modelmaking |
Functional prototyping Short-run, bridge, or custom manufacturing |
| Maximum Part Size (W × D × H) |
335mm × 200mm × 320mm (13.2" × 7.9" × 12.6") (Form 3L) |
159mm × 159mm × 295mm (6.3" x 6.3" x 11.6") (Nylon 12 Powder) |
| Max Printer Dimensions (W × D × H) |
405mm × 375mm × 530mm (15.9" × 14.8" × 20.9") (Form 3L) |
770mm × 520mm × 740mm (30.3" × 20.5" × 29.1") |
| Machine Form Factor | Desktop | Benchtop / Free-standing |
| Compatible Facility | Office Workshop |
Workshop |
| Printing Environment | Ambient conditions. Only PU Resins require a dry cabinet for humidity control. |
Air environment, with the option to print in a nitrogen atmosphere for enhanced material properties and lower refresh rates. |
| Material Type | Resin | Powder |
| Materials | 20+ functional resins for prototyping and producing end use parts |
6 high-performance industrial- grade materials, including nylon 11, nylon 12, TPU, polypropylene, and glass & carbon-filled nylon composites |
| Biocompatible Materials | Available on the "B" version | Yes |
| Layer Thickness | 25 - 300 microns (.001" – .012")* |
110 microns (0.004") |
| Resolution | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Accuracy | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Surface Finish | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Supports | Auto-generated Light-touch removal |
None required |
| Throughput | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ |
| Output | Excellent (3+ / 3L) Superior (3+ with Form Auto) |
Excellent |
| Ease of Use | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Training | Minor training on build setup, maintenance, machine operation, and finishing. Plug and play. |
Moderate training on build setup, maintenance, machine operation, and finishing. |
| Training Included | Optional | Yes; more options available |
| Ancillary Equipment | Washing station Post-curing station Finishing tools |
Post-processing station (part cleaning & material recovery) |
* Layer Thickness varies based on materials when resin 3D printing.
What Resources are Available for the Form 3+ 3D Printer?
- Intro to Stereolithography (SLA) 3D Printing
- The Next Generation of Industrial 3D Printing—Low Force Stereolithography (LFS)
- Formlabs Pro Service Plan Brochure
- Get Quote for In-person Hardware Installation and Training
