Form 3BL

Overview

Form 3BL is described as a dental large-format 3D printer that sets a new standard for dental 3D printing mass production. Its build volume is 33.5×20×30cm. The printer can produce up to 120 units per day and can print 24 dental orthodontic models in a single build. Typical print time per job is ~2.5 hours. Supported materials mentioned include Draft Resin and Grey Resin, with full-arch prints produced in two pieces at 100μm. Reported dimensional performance includes an accuracy tolerance of ±100μm and a surface metric of 94% ± 8%. Part cost is listed as $2 - 3 dollars. The workflow and device management are handled with Formlabs PreForm software and the online Dashboard, with features for remote/cloud monitoring, SMS and email status alerts, automated resin dispensing, and the ability to perform certain in-house repairs (LPU, rollers, and select printer components). Form Wash L and Form Cure L are identified as ISO 13485–certified finishing devices. Formlabs Dental provides Dental Support Specialists and a Dental Service Plan offering on-site support, preventive maintenance, accessory and spare parts, and replacement print materials. The Form 3BL is presented for dental mass-production applications. Explicitly listed dental use cases are dental orthodontic models, surgical guides, and mandibular models. One documented workflow example is full-arch printing using Grey Resin in two pieces at 100μm.