Stereolithography
What is it good for?
Stereolitography (SLA) offers high-resolution and precise 3D printing, excelling in creating intricate details and smooth finishes across various applications such as internal channels.
What kind of materials can I print?
Standard Resin, High-Temperature Resin, Flexible Resin Shore 80A & 50A, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD), Tough Resin, Wax-based Resin for Casting, Breakable Resins for sacrificial casting molds.
What kind of devices does the VL AM have?
Formlabs Form 3B+ (14.5x14.5x18.5 cm, min. layer height: 25 µm)
Anycubic Photon Mono X (19x12x25 cm, min. layer height: 50 µm)
How can I access it?
Reach out to us via mail.
Let' discuss your needs during our bi-monthly Open House AM Check-In.
Applications
Microfluidics
SLA (Stereolithography) resin printing offers high precision, smooth surface finishes, and watertight structures, making it ideal for fabricating microfluidic devices. With the ability to print complex internal channels and fine features, it’s a powerful tool for rapid prototyping and functional testing of fluid-handling systems.
Benefits
- High Resolution: Print features down to tens of micrometers for precise fluid control.
- Complex Geometries: Easily produce enclosed channels and integrated components.
- Material Properties: Use biocompatible or transparent resins for optical and life science applications.
- Rapid Prototyping: Iterate quickly without the need for molds or cleanroom facilities.
Applications
- Lab-on-a-chip devices
- Point-of-care diagnostics
- Chemical and biological assays
- Controlled droplet generation
- Environmental sensing systems
For advanced projects and applications requiring higher resolutions or specialized materials, we offer access to advanced microfabrication platforms upon request, including UpNano and Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF) systems.