Formlabs Formlabs Rigid 4000 Resin (1L) for Form 4
Formlabs Rigid 4000 Resin offers exceptional stiffness and precision and is glass-filled for enhanced durability. Comparable to PEEK/PEKK thermoplastics, this material is ideal for engineering-grade prototypes and load-bearing parts as it features high tensile strength, resistance to heat, pressure, and chemicals. Compatible with various Formlabs printers and tanks, this resin is perfect for detailed molds, models, and industrial manufacturing.
- Stiffness akin to PEEK/PEKK thermoplastics
- High tensile strength for demanding applications
- Smooth, matte finish enhances aesthetics
- Cartridge compatible with Form 4 3D printers
| List Price: | $237.00 |
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| Price: | $237.00 |
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Rigid 4000 Resin
EXCELLENT STIFFNESS & PRECISION
Achieve engineering excellence with Rigid 4000 Resin, boasting stiffness comparable to PEEK and PEKK thermoplastics. This glass-filled resin excels in precision, heat and chemical resistance, and sports a smooth, matte finish. Ideal for engineering-grade prototypes and load-bearing parts, it offers the highest tensile strength in Formlabs' Engineering Resin Library, ensuring your projects withstand significant loads without compromising aesthetics or performance.
Key Features of the Formlabs Rigid 4000 V1 Resin:
- Stiffness comparable to PEEK/PEKK thermoplastics
- Glass-filled for enhanced durability and performance
- Resists deformation under force, heat, pressure, and torque
- High tensile strength for engineering-grade prototypes
- Precision in printing detailed molds or models
- Smooth, matte, polished finish
- Ideal for load-bearing applications and general industrial parts manufacturing
| Engineering Application |
SLA Technology |
High Strength |
| 69 MPa Ultimate Tensile Strength |
4.1 GPa Tensile Modulus |
105 MPa Flexural Strength |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Printer(s)* Form 4 / 4B Form 3L / 3BL Form 3+ / 3B+ Form 3 / 3B Form 2 |
Resin Tank(s) [RT] Form 4 / 4B RT Form 3L / 3BL RT V2 Form 3L / 3BL RT V1 Form 3 / 3B RT V2.1 Form 2 LT Tank |
Build Platform(s) [BP] Form 4 BP Flex Form 4 BP Form 3L BP 2L Form 3L BP Form 3 Stainless Steel BP Form 3 BP 2 Form 3 BP |
*The resin is compatible with these 3D printers. Please ensure you're selecting the correct cartridge compatibility at purchase as the Form 4 uses a different cartridge system from previous models. The listing you are currently on is for the Form 4.
For the Form 3 series / Form 2 compatible cartridges, click here.
Why Choose Rigid 4000 Resins?
Rigid 4000 Resin sets the standard for tensile strength within Formlabs' Engineering Resin Library, offering unparalleled stiffness and resistance, ideal for producing parts with precision and a professional finish.
- Top Tensile Strength: Leads in tensile strength, thanks to its glass-filled composition.
- Durability: Exceptionally stiff, resisting deformation from various forces and stresses.
- Resilience: Offers high thermal and chemical resistance, enduring tough conditions.
- Precision and Aesthetics: Enables the creation of strong, detailed models with a smooth, matte appearance.
Rigid 4000 Resin Applications
Formlabs Rigid 4000 Resin is ideal for crafting engineering-grade prototypes and parts with the strength to bear loads, closely simulating the stiffness of PEEK.
- Versatile Applications: Perfect for mounts, brackets, and other structural components.
- Thin-Walled Designs: Suitable for creating precise, thin-walled parts with robustness.
- Tooling: Ideal for manufacturing jigs, fixtures, and other tooling necessities.
- PEEK-Like Stiffness: Offers a stiffness comparable to PEEK, broadening its utility in demanding applications.
What are the Material Properties* of the Formlabs Rigid 4000 Resin?
| Ultimate Tensile Strength | 69 MPa |
| Tensile Modulus | 4.1 GPa |
| Elongation | 0.053 |
| Flexural Modulus | 3.4 GPa |
| Notched Izod | 23 J/m |
| Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa | 77°C |
| Thermal Expansion, 0 - 150 °C | 63 μm/m/°C |
* Material properties can vary with part geometry, print orientation, print settings, and temperature. Data was obtained from parts printed using Form 3, 100 μm, Rigid settings and post-cured with a Form Cure for 15 minutes at 80°C.
Download the Formlabs Rigid 4000 Resin Technical Data Sheet
Download the Safety Data Sheet
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| FORM WASH SETTINGS | FORM CURE SETTINGS |
| Duration | Duration |
| 15 min in IPA | 15 min |
| Temperature | |
| 80°C | |
| Notes | Notes |
| Rigid 4000 Resin contains glass particles, which strengthens printed parts. Maintain separate wash buckets to prevent glass particles adhering to parts printed with other resins. |
For parts printed in an engineering-focused resin (such as those in the Rigid, Tough & Durable, and Flexible & Elastic families), post-curing ensures that the parts reach their optimal mechanical properties and can function as designed. There is only one recommended post-curing time for Rigid 4000 Resin V1. |
Questions
Can you print pla without glue on this surface?
Not a question: I just wanted to say that this garolite sheet is awesome. I've been printing on PEI exclusively pretty much ever since I got my printer 9 months ago. I recently started printing PETG and decided to see if there was any other build surface that would have the same amount of adhesion without taking a part of the surface with it when I removed the part. This stuff fits the bill perfectly. Just as good adhesion as PEI with an easier ability to remove the part with the plus that the bottom surface is shiny like glass rather than matte like PEI. Stick this onto the bottom of a flexplate and you'll never look back!
Hi what size do I need for my prusa mk3s?
Can an Ultimaker S7 Sheet be added? Or should the S5 details be updated to include the S7? Is it also compatible? Also, it states that glass is required for the thin sheet and not required for the thick sheet. I have a metal flex plate included with the S7, so which would be needed?
Nylon G sticks almost too well. Had to really really fight to get it off. Any suggestions on a release agent? Plain PVA glue?
Is is possible to GAROLITE BUILD SURFACE in a 410x410mm size? I have a RatRig 400 and would love to get one for it
Is there a worldwide shortage of G10 or something? Many of the ones I want have been out of stock for like a year
Most layerlock garolite surfaces are out of stock with an estimated restock date of January 1. Since it is may 2023, should we expect restocking to occur in January of 2024?
Will Prusas pinda probe still work with garolite applied?
There was an error with the Z access and the nozzle slightly dug into the printbed (Id say maybe .05mm into the bed or pressure on the bed) leaving a trace and a lighter shade/white residue almost on the bed and I fear may be permanent damage any suggestions on restoring/cleaning the bed? (Was printing with PLA Ex-205 Bed-75 )
Any reason why the thick buildplate is not available for the ultimaker s3?
How thick are the plates?
Why no buildplate compatible for the Ultimaker S3!? I hope its just out of stock, for now I'm buying the S5 and cutting it on the table saw.
Interested to get the ender 3 version....Does it come with the adhesive on one side? I am looking to just sit it on top of the magnetic part of a pei bed (so that I can switch between the two) so ideally it is without adhesive. also do you have uk stockists?
Can this be adhered to a Buildtak flexible sheet so it's easy to pop off the bed with the Buildtak system (or similar system)?
How do I remove the LayerLock Garolite Build Surface 9" x 10"?
How well does this keep its form? I mean does it warp easily? I bought gasoline just like this from ebay that was half inch thick and that thing worped in the middle like crazy once it got heated.
Can I order a sheet of 350mm x 350 mm (or slightly larger)?
I have a very large bed that is 500mm x 500mm (19.68in). Is there a custom or oversized version that I can by and cut to fit?
I need a sheet that is 16x16 in, are these sheets the same as the Halogen-Free Garolite G-10 or Multipurpose Flame-Retardant Garolite G-10/FR4 from McMaster-Carr?
The Ender 5 Pro uses a dual magnet build plate (both glass plate and build surface are magnets). Can this be adhered to the top of the flexible magnetic build surface?
Can I print Polycarbonate on this?
Can I print TPU straight to bed without any glue sticks?
Is there a size that is pre-made to fit the prusa i3 mk3s? If not, what is the recommendation for making one of these sheets fit on a prusa and work with their magnetic bed system?
So the email says the 9.25" x 9.25" is back in stock but the web page will not permit me to add it to the cat=rt. What gives?
How well does this work with ABS?
Can this be mounted to a spring steel plate that can be flexed for easy part removal?
I have a 12 x 12 magnetic build plate system. One plate is pei and another is build Tak. Do you sell 12 x 12 flexible steel that I can attach this to?
When applied to the glass, does this material work with Ultimaker S5 auto-leveling or do you have to switch to manual leveling? I intend to have two glass plates to switch between... one with PEI and one with this Garolite but I want to retain auto-leveling if possible, to avoid having to swap between different startup G-code sequences, etc. Thanks!
Can this material be machined? And if so what would you recommend it be coated with for extra protection
When replacing this sheet, can it be applied to another used sheet of garolite or should the previous be removed before placing the new one?
Hi, is this a MatterHacker original product or is it made by someone else? I'm based in the UK and would like to buy this but the international shipping is prohibitive, is there a UK (or EU) based reseller?
Can this be applied over PEI? I have an old Prusa Mk3 PEI spring steel sheet with smooth PEI that I would like to use but don't want to remove the PEI film if possible.
I have a similar build plate on one of my machines. I flipped the spring steel sheet over and attached the Garolite to the opposite side. Now I can use either surface to print on.