Formlabs® Form Auto
Formlabs®
Form Auto
24/7 3D Printing with Form Auto
Form Auto by Formlabs is a hardware extension for Form 3/3+ and Form 3B/3B+ SLA 3D printers. It allows you to produce more as it automatically removes finished parts from Build Platform 2 and starts the next print without an operator's interaction.
Ramp Up Production with Form Auto
Mass production through SLA 3D printing is now possible with Formlabs®’s groundbreaking automated hardware extension for its Form 3 series printers. You can reach new productivity levels with Form Auto, an extension for your existing Form 3/3+ SLA 3D printers.
Features
SLA Technology
Hardware extension for any Form 3, Form 3+, Form 3B, or Form 3B+ SLA 3D printers.
24/7 3D Printing
Form Auto's automated process allows for multi-print queue jobs without user interaction.
Cost-efficient
Get Form Auto as part of Formlabs' Automation Ecosystem to minimize cost per part and labour savings.
Compatible with Build Platform 2
Form Auto can be attached to any Form 3/B/+ printer, and by using the patented Quick-Release Technology of the Build Platform 2, parts are removed from the printer and deposited in a UV-safe bin.
High Volume Resin* System
Form Auto is designed to work with a high volume resin system which dispenses 5L of resins through a pumping system for continuous 3D printing.
*Form Auto automatically removes all parts from the Build Platform 2 except for those printed with castable resins or:
- Flexible 80A
- Elastic 50A
- PU Rigid 650/1000
IP Protocols
Due to internet privacy, sensitive IP protection and sharing protocols, Form Auto also supports non-cloud print operations. When on Local Mode, Form Auto enables high-volume printing without the use of the internet.
How Form Auto Works
Form Auto is designed to seamlessly integrate with all models of Form 3/B/+ printers. Utilizing the innovative Quick-Release Technology of Build Platform 2, it effectively extracts finished parts from the printer, separates them from the platform, and conveniently places them into a designated holding bin, ensuring they are prepared for the subsequent Form Wash process. This entire operation is accomplished without the need for any user intervention.
Form Auto
Form Auto is a cutting-edge hardware extension designed exclusively for Form 3/B/+ printers. This revolutionary device takes automation to the next level by effortlessly removing finished parts from Build Platform 2 and initiating the next print cycle, eliminating the need for constant operator involvement. It can be purchased separately or as part of a new printer package for current and new customers.
Fleet Control Management with PreForm Software
Fleet Control is a suite of newly available, advanced features in PreForm and Dashboard that facilitate easier management of multiple 3D printers with centralized queue management and automatic printer assignment.
High Volume Production
Enjoy Seamless Resin Supply!
This system packs five liters of material into one vessel, enabling multiple print jobs and days of productivity without a changeover. A resin pump complements it to ensure quick and efficient dispensing. This way, you can reduce waste and minimize cartridge handling tasks.
Return of Investment
Form Auto is an innovative extension hardware that you can attach to your Form 3 SLA 3D printer, and it takes up minimal additional space. In return, you have a hands-free and streamlined process of printing multiple batches, thus saving costs on labour and reducing waste.
How can you make 1000 3D-printed rotating arm parts
(Grey Resin) in three days*?
| SET UP | WITH AUTOMATION ECOSYSTEM | WITHOUT ECOSYSTEM |
| Printers needed | 10 | 28 |
| Number of cartridge changes | 2 | 12 |
| Opeartors required | 2 | 1 |
| Cost per part | 2.81 USD | 3.93 USD |
*Calculation based on dental arches printed in Draft Resin at 200µm. Calculation includes equipment and labor costs, and amortization.