Form Studio 1 | Professional Desktop 3D Printer for Anyone

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First Alpha Resin always $29! Discounts auto-apply at checkout.

  • $42

    Finely detailed parts

    Alpha Model Resin

    Alpha Model Resin is a supremely detailed resin with a deep, fully matte, neutral surface that captures every detail, down to the finest crevices and textures.

    Create detailed scale models, life-like sculptures, and richly textured miniatures with thin features that flex instead of snapping, so finished models survive painting, transport, and drops.

    The Alpha Resin Family uses low-odor components and post-processed parts meet safety requirements for long-term skin contact. Alpha Resins are the first 3D printing materials certified for UL GREENGUARD Gold, when printed on Form Studio 1 and using VOC Extractor.

    Alpha Model Resin is only supported on the Form Studio 1.

    Alpha Model Resin

    Tech specs

    Compatible Tank
    Form Studio Resin Tank

    Compatible Build Platform
    Form Studio Standard Build Platform, Form Studio Flex Build Platform

    Compatible Printer
    Form Studio 1

    Print Technology
    SLA

    Categories
    General Purpose

    Applications
    Models & Props

    Ultimate Tensile Strength

    40 MPa

    Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa

    49 ℃

    Key Characteristics

    Best fine features and most matte finish

    Primary Layer Height

    50 μm

    Average Print Speed

    13 mm/h

    Recommended Applications

    Scale models, figurines, sculptures, and busts

    $42

  • $29

    Rapid iterative prototypes

    Alpha Fast Resin

    Alpha Fast Resin is a fast-printing general purpose resin with print speeds up to 130 mm/h, for iterative prototypes in minutes or print the entire build volume on Form Studio 1 in less than two hours.

    Build prototypes faster or rapidly create jigs, fixtures, and tooling with a tensile strength of 46 MPa and 34% elongation at break.

    The Alpha Resin Family uses low-odor components and post-processed parts meet safety requirements for long-term skin contact. Alpha Resins are the first 3D printing materials certified for UL GREENGUARD Gold, when printed on Form Studio 1 and using VOC Extractor.

    Alpha Fast Resin is only supported on the Form Studio 1.

    Alpha Fast Resin

    Tech specs

    Compatible Tank
    Form Studio Resin Tank

    Compatible Build Platform
    Form Studio Standard Build Platform, Form Studio Flex Build Platform

    Compatible Printer
    Form Studio 1

    Print Technology
    SLA

    Categories
    General Purpose

    Ultimate Tensile Strength

    46 MPa

    Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa

    59 ℃

    Key Characteristics

    Fastest printing

    Primary Layer Height

    150 μm

    Average Print Speed

    90 mm/h

    Recommended Applications

    Rapid prototyping, jigs, and fixtures

    $29

  • $36

    Alpha Grey Resin

    Alpha Grey Resin is a versatile general purpose resin for aesthetic, functional parts, combining fine detail and a rich, matte finish with fast print speeds and superior mechanical properties.

    Create concept models, form-and-fit prototypes, and jigs that exceed the strength and toughness of comparable ABS-like resins without sacrificing fine features and surface quality.

    The Alpha Resin Family uses low-odor components and post-processed parts meet safety requirements for long-term skin contact. Alpha Resins are the first 3D printing materials certified for UL GREENGUARD Gold, when printed on Form Studio 1 and using VOC Extractor.

    Alpha Grey Resin is only supported on the Form Studio 1.

    Alpha Grey Resin

    Tech specs

    Compatible Tank
    Form Studio Resin Tank

    Compatible Build Platform
    Form Studio Standard Build Platform, Form Studio Flex Build Platform

    Compatible Printer
    Form Studio 1

    Print Technology
    SLA

    Colors
    Grey

    Categories
    General Purpose

    Applications
    Models & Props, Rapid Prototyping

    Ultimate Tensile Strength

    43 MPa

    Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa

    55 °C

    Key Characteristics

    Balance of speed and aesthetics

    Primary Layer Height

    100 μm

    Average Print Speed

    40 mm/h

    Recommended Applications

    Concept models, form-and-fit

    prototyping, jigs, and fixtures

    $36

  • $36

    Alpha Clear Resin

    Alpha Clear Resin is a versatile transparent 3D printing resin for aesthetic, functional parts, combining an optically clear, neutral-color appearance with fast print speeds and superior mechanical properties.

    Create transparent enclosures, lighting prototypes, and molds that exceed the strength and toughness of comparable ABS-like resins with a surface quality that rivals acrylic.

    The Alpha Resin Family uses low-odor components and post-processed parts meet safety requirements for long-term skin contact. Alpha Resins are the first 3D printing materials certified for UL GREENGUARD Gold, when printed on Form Studio 1 and using VOC Extractor.

    Alpha Clear Resin is only supported on the Form Studio 1.

    Alpha Clear Resin

    Tech specs

    Compatible Tank
    Form Studio Resin Tank

    Compatible Build Platform
    Form Studio Standard Build Platform, Form Studio Flex Build Platform

    Compatible Printer
    Form Studio 1

    Print Technology
    SLA

    Categories
    General Purpose

    Applications
    Models & Props, Rapid Prototyping

    Colors
    Transparent

    Ultimate Tensile Strength

    38 MPa

    Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa

    57 ℃

    Key Characteristics

    Balance of speed and aesthetics

    Recommended Applications

    Concept models, form-and-fit prototyping, jigs, and fixtures

    Average Print Speed

    40 mm/h

    Primary Layer Height

    100 μm

    $36

  • $36

    Alpha Black Resin

    Alpha Black Resin is a versatile general purpose resin for aesthetic, functional parts, combining fine detail and a rich, matte finish with fast print speeds and superior mechanical properties.

    Create concept models, form-and-fit prototypes, and jigs that exceed the strength and toughness of comparable ABS-like resins without sacrificing fine features and surface quality.

    The Alpha Resin Family uses low-odor components and post-processed parts meet safety requirements for long-term skin contact. Alpha Resins are the first 3D printing materials certified for UL GREENGUARD Gold, when printed on Form Studio 1 and using VOC Extractor.

    Alpha Black Resin is only supported on the Form Studio 1.

    Alpha Black Resin

    Tech specs

    Compatible Tank
    Form Studio Resin Tank

    Compatible Build Platform
    Form Studio Standard Build Platform, Form Studio Flex Build Platform

    Compatible Printer
    Form Studio 1

    Print Technology
    SLA

    Categories
    General Purpose

    Applications
    Models & Props

    Ultimate Tensile Strength

    42 MPa

    Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa

    55 ℃

    Key Characteristics

    Balance of speed and aesthetics

    Recommended Applications

    Concept models, form-and-fit prototyping, jigs, and fixtures

    Average Print Speed

    40 mm/h

    Primary Layer Height

    100 μm

    $36

  • $36

    Alpha White Resin

    Alpha White Resin is a versatile general purpose resin for aesthetic, functional parts, combining fine detail and a rich, matte finish with fast print speeds and superior mechanical properties.

    Create concept models, form-and-fit prototypes, and jigs that exceed the strength and toughness of comparable ABS-like resins without sacrificing fine features and surface quality.

    The Alpha Resin Family uses low-odor components and post-processed parts meet safety requirements for long-term skin contact. Alpha Resins are the first 3D printing materials certified for UL GREENGUARD Gold, when printed on Form Studio 1 and using VOC Extractor.

    Alpha White Resin is only supported on the Form Studio 1.

    Alpha White Resin

    Tech specs

    Compatible Tank
    Form Studio Resin Tank

    Compatible Build Platform
    Form Studio Standard Build Platform, Form Studio Flex Build Platform

    Compatible Printer
    Form Studio 1

    Print Technology
    SLA

    Colors
    White

    Categories
    General Purpose

    Ultimate Tensile Strength

    35 MPa

    Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa

    51 ℃

    Key Characteristics

    Balance of speed and aesthetics

    Primary Layer Height

    100 μm

    Average Print Speed

    40 mm/h

    Recommended Applications

    Concept models, form-and-fit prototyping, jigs, and fixtures

    $36

  • $79

    Stiff and impact-resistant

    Tough 1500 Resin V2

    Tough 1500 Resin V2 is a resilient material with strength, stiffness, and toughness comparable to polypropylene (PP), offering exceptional resistance to fractures, impacts, and shattering.

    Create parts that balance stiffness and ductility, whether for compliant mechanisms or rugged enclosures with self-tapping screws and snap fits. Tough 1500 Resin V2 enables a wide range of applications, from functional prototypes to end-use jigs and fixtures.

    This resin is supported on Form Studio 1 and incompatible with Form 4 Generation printers. For Form 4 Generation printers use Tough 1500 (Form 4).

    Tough 1500 Resin V2 (Form Studio 1)

    Tech specs

    Compatible Tank
    Form Studio Resin Tank Pro

    Compatible Build Platform
    Form Studio Standard Build Platform, Form Studio Flex Build Platform

    Compatible Printer
    Form Studio 1

    Print Technology
    SLA

    Colors
    Grey

    Biocompatibility
    Skin Contact

    Categories
    Impact Resistant

    Applications
    Manufacturing Aids, End-Use Parts, Rapid Prototyping

    Ultimate Tensile Strength
    34.0 MPa

    Tensile Modulus
    1460.0 MPa

    Flexural Strength
    41.0 MPa

    Flexural Modulus
    1370.0 MPa

    Notched Izod
    42.0 J/m

    Elongation at Break
    155.0 %

    Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
    53.0 °C

    Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
    66.0 °C

    Unnotched Izod
    910.0 J/m

    Gardner at 1/32" (0.97 mm) thickness
    5.9 J

    Gardner at 1/16" (1.9 mm) thickness
    11.1 J

    Ross Flexing Fatigue
    8000.0 cycles

    Maximum Stress Intensity Factor (Kmax)
    1.7 MPa-m1/2

    Work of Fracture (Wf)
    1011.0 J/m

    Recommended application

    Parts that need a combination of stiffness and ductility to create compliant mechanisms like latches, flexures, and dampers Clasps and buckles, self-tapping screw bosses, hinges

    Key Characteristics

    Balanced blend of stiffness and compliance

    Comparable Thermoplastic

    PP

    $79

  • $199

    Elastomeric, tear-resistant

    Flexible 80A Resin V2

    Flexible 80A Resin V2 is a resilient 3D printing elastomer that rivals the look, feel, and function of 80A cast urethanes, TPUs, and hard rubbers. 

    Parts printed in Flexible 80A Resin V2 snap back into place and withstand repeated bending, tension, and compression. Create tear-resistant functional prototypes and end use parts, protect sensitive components with soft inserts and fixtures, or design refined padding and grips with tack-free surfaces and a matte, black finish.

    Flexible 80A Resin V2 is a new material formulation that leverages the technology of Form 4 Series printers to deliver 2x higher tear strength, 2x higher elongation at break, 4x higher rebound, and improved aesthetics and aging compared to the previous version.

    Flexible 80A Resin V2 (Form 4)

    Tech specs

    Compatible Build Platform
    Form 4 Build Platform, Form 4 Flex Build Platform, Form 4L Build Platform, Form 4L Flex Build Platform, Form Studio Standard Build Platform, Form Studio Flex Build Platform

    Compatible Tank
    Form 4 Resin Tank, Form 4L Resin Tank, Form Studio Resin Tank, Form Studio Resin Tank Pro

    Compatible Printer
    Form 4, Form 4B, Form 4L, Form 4BL, Form Studio 1

    Print Technology
    SLA

    Categories
    Elastomeric

    Ultimate Tensile Strength

    10 MPa

    Key Characteristics

    Resilient and tear-resistant

    Comparable to

    80A cast urethanes and hard rubbers

    Recommended Applications

    Resilient bumpers and enclosures, soft inserts and fixtures, shock-absorbing padding and grips, seals and gaskets

    $199

  • $199

    Wax-filled, low ash burnout

    True Cast Resin

    True Cast Resin is a wax-filled material designed for precision casting of intricate jewelry to complex engineering components up to 5 mm thick. It delivers highly accurate parts with exceptional detail and smooth surfaces.

    Engineered for reliability, quality, and versatility, True Cast Resin integrates easily into a wide range of burnout schedules. Low thermal expansion, minimal shrinkage, and 0.03% ash content ensure clean burnout and consistently excellent casting outcomes.

    True Cast Resin

    Tech specs

    Compatible Tank
    Form 4 Resin Tank, Form Studio Resin Tank, Form Studio Resin Tank Pro

    Compatible Build Platform
    Form 4 Build Platform, Form 4 Flex Build Platform, Form Studio Standard Build Platform, Form Studio Flex Build Platform

    Compatible Printer
    Form 4, Form 4B, Form Studio 1

    Print Technology
    SLA

    Minimum Layer Thickness
    25 micron

    Colors
    Purple

    Categories
    Casting

    Applications
    Rapid Tooling

    Ash Content
    0.03 %

    Thermal Expansion
    174.1 μm/m/°C

    $199