Formlabs Form 4 3D Printer

Ultra-fast and precise resin printer


Build chamber
200 x 125 x 210 mm
Software
PreForm

Layer height
25 to 300 microns

What are the applications of the printer
and where will it serve best?

For whom?

We have noticed that often in industries such as parts and toolmaking, engineers need to expand their ability to create prototypes and high-quality final parts. They are looking for solutions where the precision of printing matters, but also the availability of advanced materials and the speed of equipment.

What demand?

The Formlabs Form 4 printer will suit these demands as a device designed for high throughput. It enables the printing of precision parts, prototypes and final products where high accuracy and speed are important.

In what industries?

Form 4 is used by industries such as manufacturing, electronics, electrical engineering, foundry, jewelry.

  • Manufacturing
  • Appliance and electronics manufacturers
  • Foundry
  • Jewelry

Why Formlabs Form 4?

  • Formlabs Form 4 is an ultra-fast model of resin desktop printer.
  • It works with the Low Force Display (LFD) technology that ensures the precision of prints.
  • A wide range of resins from Formlabs makes it possible to achieve a variety of print parameters.
  • Printing on the Form 4 is ultra-fast and you will fit in 2 hours with most prints.

What benefits and key advantages does the printer bring?

Technical benefits:
1

Immediate transition between the design and production phases

2

Easy post-processing

3

Easy to use and short training

4

Print accuracy of up to +/- 0.02 mm with layer heights as low as 25 microns

5

The speed of component manufacturing – up to 5 times faster than Form 3!

6

A wide range of light-curing resins from Formlabs

7

Remote print surveillance – camera and online control

8

High durability of the device – the warranty covers 12 months with the possibility of extension

Key advantages of the Formlabs printer:

01

Using basic printers, very often the final print does not meet standards. The prints contain cavities and are not made accurately. When you want precise prints that reflect the design well, Formlabs printers are the right answer. They put repeatability of prints first, which reaches 98%.

02

With basic resin printers, printing takes more time. Formlabs offers ultra-fast LFD technology and setup templates to speed up your workflow and doesn’t require you to master complicated setups in software. Full printing in 2 hours now at your fingertips!

03

Unlike low-cost Chinese counterparts, Formlabs Form 4 does not generate hidden costs: rejected prints due to defects, difficulties in servicing, time needed each time to adjust settings. Usage costs can be reduced by up to 80%.

04

Form 4 works with Formlabs’ patented LFD resin technology, where a minimum 50-micron screen is used for photopolymerization. This achieves print accuracy and surface smoothness.

05

When working with Form 4, you have reliable and eco-friendly resins at your disposal. You can use materials developed by Formlabs specifically for LFD printers, while you can also add access to third-party materials.

06

Even at the design stage of the part, you are able to predict the printing time, and material savings and production continuity are guaranteed by peripheral devices like resin feeders and material pump containers.

07

Form 4 is high-speed printing for industry. You can produce parts with electrostatic properties (electronics), temperature resistant (foundry and jewelry), smooth surface or high elasticity.

08

Are you worried about the complexity of the 3D printing process? Are you at the beginning of your journey when it comes to operating the printer and configuring print settings? The Formlabs printer is a plug & play device. You will benefit from a clear interface, short training and intuitive PreForm software. You won’t have to invest extra to start production!

09

When investing money in a machine, you may want to be sure that any repair will take place at an authorized service center. At CadXpert, we offer products from well-known, stable and proven 3D printing companies. We are in touch with the manufacturer and make repairs using authorized parts and methods.

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Wash and Cure devices

Will I be able to train my employees after purchasing the printer?

Yes, we won’t leave you alone. Along with each printer, we offer training for employees on how to use the device.

Business benefits

What will you gain by implementing Form 4 in your company?

  • Faster prototyping, shorter cycle
  • Availability of complex geometries and smooth component surfaces
  • fast production of small parts – immediate start of production not possible in injection molding
  • saving of materials in comparison to CNC machining
  • avoiding production line downtime
  • door to door service – your machine will be taken care of by our team of certified and experienced engineers. We are present in different regions of Poland and will perform the repair at the site of your company, without worrying about prolonged machine downtime.

Is the Formlabs printer faster than cheap counterparts?

In all simulations, Formlabs solutions prove to be faster than the competition. Print without worrying about lost time!

3D printer comparison. Universal user guide

We know that our customers need reliable 3D printing information and printer comparisons in their purchases. When it comes to making a substantive case for a purchase, breadth and precision of insight is important.

With this in mind, we created “3D Printer Comparison. A Universal User’s Guide.”
Our guide will help you in the decision-making process. It’s a useful resource that you’ll be able to present to a board of directors or before a purchasing committee. It helps you evaluate technologies and 3D printers against a number of useful criteria.

What do I find in the guide?

  • Descriptions of the characteristics of 3D printing technology
  • Comparison of 3D printing technologies
  • Comparison of 3D printers from different manufacturers by market segment
  • Case study of 3D printer purchase

    What kind of return on investment (ROI) can you expect from implementing this printer?

    The Form 4 printer is a favorable return
    on investment:

    • For parts with complex geometries. 3D printing has no technical limitations of CNC machining. There is no need for a separate CAM design (machine operation) and the constant presence of an engineer to manufacture the part.
    • When you need 3D printing in materials with different properties. Electrostatics, abrasion or hardness will not be a problem.

    Example of return on investment in the production of components for the electronics industry. We considered the production of a connector with a throughput of 20 parts per day.

    In-house 3d printing
    45 PLN/part
    1 day
    Working with a subcontractor
    300 PLN/part
    7 days

    The Formlabs printer offers too low a return on investment relative to using a 3D printing service.
    What should I do?

    To implement an in-house printer is to become independent of the supplies, logistics and deadlines of subcontractors. It is also worth including indirect benefits in the calculation of the investment.

    Financing
    and printer leasing

    We work with several partners to obtain financing for your projects. We will show you where you can go to find support and get funding with simplified procedures and maximum customer care. We will help you buy and implement very quickly.

    Leasing is the optimal solution for businesses. With no one-time investment, the device works for you from the beginning and you can treat the installments as a tax-deductible expense.

    Ask us about financing options for your printer

    Customer Situation Analysis and Printer Service

    At CadXpert, Formlabs’ certified engineers provide warranty care for equipment throughout its lifetime. There is no need to use foreign, non-responsive service centers.

    We assign an individual Service Consultant to each customer to answer your questions.

    You will be able to get in touch at any time about the operation of the device and get the missing information.

    Our implementation consultants, as part of the initial application audit, will help you find additional applications for your printer so that you can realize the full potential of the device.

    I don’t know how I can use a 3D printer in my industry.

    We will send a consultant to your factory or lab to review possible 3D printing applications and audit the applications for the printer.

    Technical parameters of the printer

    Download detailed technical specifications for the Formlabs Form 4 printer.

    Formlabs Form 4
    Build chamber
    200 x 125 x 210 mm
    Materiały
    Resins dedicated to Form 4
    Software
    PreForm
    Layer height
    25 to 300 microns

    What materials are supported by the printer?

    For the Form 4 printer, Formlabs has prepared engineered resins for use in LFD technology. Here are some examples:

    Clear Resin V5
    White Resin V5
    Fast Model
    Precision Model
    Grey Resin V5
    Black Resin V5

    For a full list of materials available for the Form 4 printer, see the technical specifications.

    Want to read more about the materials used in different technologies?

    Does the Formlabs printer need special space conditions to work?

    Formlabs printers do not need special rooms. You don’t need to create additional ventilation ducts or build exhaust hoods. This is equipment that will work in any production space.

    Comparison of Form 4 and 4B printers

    Form 4’s capabilities are tailored to meet prototyping needs.

    Form 4 is your ideal tool for exploring new 3D printing applications. Form 4 combines ease of use with versatility, printing ultra-fast and precise.

    PreForm Software

    Learn about PreForm software.
    Prepare and optimize your design for perfect printing.

    Why does PreForm work well with resin 3D printers?

    • Automatically set print parameters and keep them in templates
    • Full range of project editing features
    • Print queuing
    • Control over material consumption
    • Estimation of printing time and cost
    • Support for STL and OBJ files

    Download PreForm for free

    Fill out the form and you will automatically receive a link to download the full version of PreForm software from Formlabs.

      Test the software and do your own item estimation with PreForm

      Is there an additional charge for the PreForm software?

      The PreForm software and updates are free. Formlabs includes them with each 3D printer model.

      What will our cooperation look like?

      1

      We will start with a thorough understanding of your problem related to the manufacturing process of each component. We will consider their characteristics and applications.

      2

      We will select the right technology, materials and offer the right printer.

      3

      We will prepare a return on investment calculation regarding your planned prints.

      4

      We will print a proof for you to see if the solution is suitable for your applications.

      5

      We will prepare a price and time estimate according to the established guidelines.

      6

      If you accept all the components of the offer, we will proceed with the order.

      7

      We will arrange for the installation of the printer at your site and provide training to your employees on the operation of the device.

      Your project will be the responsibility of one specific person who will be available to you at every stage of implementation.

      Consult implementation

      1

      As part of the conversation, the consultant:

      2

      In furtherance of our cooperation:

      What questions will help you assess your situation?

      1. 1

        Do you have a specific problem or challenge that 3D printing could solve?

      2. 2

        What size parts do you want to print? The most common prints are important, as they are the ones worth investing in 3D printers for.

      3. 3

        What is more important to you aesthetics or the durability of the print? This will help us determine the right printing technology.

      4. 4

        Is the print to meet any additional requirements? E.g. chemical resistance, heat resistance, biocompatibility certificate, pressure maintenance, low weight, handling of very heavy loads, abrasion resistance, good sliding properties, etc.

      Submit the form, our consultant will contact you within 15 minutes.

      Konsultant duku 3D

        Direct contact

        Frequently asked questions

        Still wondering? We hope this list of frequently asked questions will help answer some of your doubts.

        Formlabs Form 4 printers have a high printing accuracy of +/- 0.02 mm. These are sufficient parameters for most cases of industrial production.

        In the Formlabs Form 4 printer, the layer height is 25-300 micrometers.

        NO. The Formlabs software that comes with the printers is at no extra charge. Also, updates remain free of charge.

        NO. Formlabs printers do not require additional ventilation hoods.

        Files can be transferred to Formlabs printers via LAN, but also wirelessly. The operator does not need to be in the same room as the printer.

        NO. Formlabs printers have an excellent learning curve and can be operated by quickly pre-trained personnel.

        YES. We provide initial operational training for all Formlabs printers purchased.

        Formlabs’ team of certified experts is available from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There is no limit to support at CadXpert – you can always call and get technical assistance for your printer.