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SLA 3D Printing Capacities

Stereolithography (SLA) is a powerful 3D printing technology that produces extremely accurate and high resolution parts that are capable of being used directly in end-use, low-volume production, or for rapid prototyping. It offers higher resolution printing than many other 3D printing technologies, allowing customers to print parts with fine details and surface finishes.

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Advantages of SLA with Xometry

Massive Capacity

Massive Capacity

We can quickly produce both prototypes and large batches thanks to the largest manufacturing network in Europe, with over 2,000 vetted partners

Fast Production

Fast Production

You will get your 3D printed parts fast delivered in as fast as 7 days.

Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance

We have strong QA procedures, controlled by an in-house team of QA engineers, which allows us to deliver high quality parts.

Engineering Check & Status Updates

Engineering Check & Status Updates

All designs are checked by engineers before they’re sent for 3D printing. After confirming your order, you will receive status updates on your production.

SLA 3D Printing Materials

Rigid Plastics
  • Industrial Black, ABS-Like
  • Industrial Grey, ABS-like
  • Industrial Heat resistant, PC-like
  • Industrial Transparent, ABS-like
  • Industrial White, ABS-like
  • Silica Glass
  • Standard Black, ABS-like
  • Standard Durable, PP-like / Pliable
  • Standard ESD, ABS-like
  • Standard Grey, ABS-like
  • Standard Heat resistant, PC-like
  • Standard Transparent, ABS-like
  • Standard White, ABS-like
Silicone Rubbers
  • Standard Flexible 80A, Silicone-like
  • True Silicone

Finishing Options for SLA 3D Printing

Pros & Cons of SLA 3D Printing

AdvantagesConsiderations
Smooth surface finishOnly resin / polymer materials
Can print clear/ transparent partsLimited resistance to UV light if you use resin as the printing material
High precisionMore expensive setup => more expensive smaller series
Fast: Xometry can deliver them in just 5 daysRequires support elements

SLA Manufacturing Specifications & Capabilities

SLA SLS HP MJF FDM Carbon DLS DMLS Polyjet

Lead time

7 days

3 days

3 days

8 days

5 days

5 days

7 days

Build volume

• 145 × 145 × 185 mm (Standard)
• up to 736 x 635 x 533 mm (Industrial)

up to 340 x 340 x 605 mm, but usually, we recommend the maximum size of 320 x 320 x 580 mm

up to 380 x 284 x 380 mm, while we normally recommend the maximum size of 356 x 280 x 356 mm

• 350 x 350 x 350 mm (Standard)
• 900 x 600 x 900 mm (Industrial)

up to 119 x 189 x 300 mm. Recommended size: Within 100 x 100 x 150 mm

400 x 400 x 400 mm

up to 490 mm x 391 mm x 200 mm

Layer thickness

min 0.02

~0.1 mm and for water-tight parts 1.5 mm, when wall thickness is higher

~0.08 mm

~0.05-0.3 mm

~0.1 mm

0.02 – 0.08 mm depending on the material

0.04 mm

Minimum feature size

0.2 mm

0.5 mm

0.5 mm

up to 0.2 mm

0.5 mm

0.75 mm for cosmetic features, 1.5 mm for structural features

1.2 mm or greater for rigid. 2 mm or greater for rubber-like

Tolerance

• ±0.5% (±0.2 mm) (Standard)
• ±0.5% (±0.15 mm) (Industrial)

±0.3% (± 0.3 mm)

±0.3% (± 0.2 mm)

±0.5% (±0.5 mm) (Standard & Industrial)

±0.1% (±0.1 mm). However, tolerances are not guaranteed on the first attempt at a new design.

±0.2% (±0.1 – 0.2 mm)

±0.1 mm for the first dozens of mm is typical, plus ±0.05 mm for every mm thereafter

Description

A technology that produces extremely accurate and high-resolution parts

One of the most popular and inexpensive technologies for industrial 3D printing

A technology that produces highly accurate and durable parts at fast speeds, especially compared to other powder bed fusion technologies

Widely known for a great material selection, accuracy, and possibility to print large parts

A breakthrough technology that uses digital light projection, programmable liquid resins, and oxygen-permeable optics to produce parts with exceptional durability, resolution, and surface finish

Metal 3D printing technology. Selectively fuses a fine metal powder in aluminium or stainless steel

Polyjet is a rigid photopolymer 3D printing technology that produces high-detailed models

Support structures

Yes, for overhanging features

No

No

Yes, for overhanging features

Yes, for overhanging features

Yes, for overhanging features

Yes, for overhanging features

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