SLA Resins — Precision 3D Printing with a Smooth Surface Finish

SLA (Stereolithography) printing uses a UV laser to cure liquid photopolymer resin layer by layer, achieving precision down to 25 μm — far exceeding FDM printing. The result is parts with smooth surfaces, sharp details, and virtually invisible layer lines.

We use Formlabs Form 3L and Form 4 printers with over 30 resin types. Standard resins (Black, White, Grey, Clear) are perfect for visual prototypes and presentation models. Tough resins (Tough 1500, Tough 2000) handle mechanical loads. Flexible and Elastic resins produce bendable parts. Dental and Biocompatible resins are certified for medical applications.

SLA is the right choice when you need a high level of detail: tabletop gaming miniatures, jewellery models for lost-wax casting, dental models, architectural models with fine features, and engineering prototypes with tight tolerances. SLA printing costs more than FDM, but the surface quality is unmatched. Check your price in our online calculator — the only instant SLA quoting tool in Croatia.

Properties

TechnologySLA (Stereolithography)
PrinterFormlabs Form 3L / Form 4
StrengthMedium to High (resin-dependent)
FlexibilityLow to High (resin-dependent)
PrecisionDown to 25 μm
Surface FinishSmooth, nearly invisible layers

Advantages

  • +Exceptional precision and detail (down to 25 μm)
  • +Smooth surface with no visible layer lines
  • +Wide selection of specialised resins
  • +Ideal for miniatures, jewellery, and dental models
  • +Biocompatible and certified resins available

Disadvantages

  • Higher cost than FDM printing
  • Requires post-processing (washing and UV curing)
  • Fewer colour options than FDM filaments
  • Standard resins can be brittle
  • Sensitive to prolonged UV exposure

Use Cases

  • Miniatures and figurines with fine detail
  • Jewellery models for lost-wax casting
  • Dental models and surgical guides
  • Presentation prototypes
  • Precision engineering parts

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