Automated PLA Part Cleaning Process
3D printed parts are precisely agitated in Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA), getting every nook and cranny perfectly clean
Simply place your parts in the Form Wash, set an appropriate time, and let the machine do the work. It is an innovative machine and 9/10 Formlabs customers use the Form Wash and Form Cure.
Formlabs Form Wash Features
Formlabs Form Wash Benefits
Time saver
The Formlabs Form Wash automates the cleaning of resin residue from your 3D Printed parts. You just have to set the correct time and then you are free to do whatever you want to do in the meanwhile.
The Form Wash will automatically open and remove your part from the IPA at the set time. Parts air dry and are ready when you are.
Reliable
The Form Wash is a highly reliable product with excellent performance. The build platform goes directly into the machine to clean the 3D printed parts thoroughly.
Working with parts directly on the build platform allows you to go glove-free.
With the ability to automate washing parts, the Form Wash eliminates the regular manual washing process.
Consistency
The Form Wash contains Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) around your printed parts that stir up 90% cleaning them completely.
The form wash tank can hold 7-15 liters of IPA, which is large enough to wash 120 prints. This allows you to wash 67% more parts before replacing the solvent compared to the previous generation.
Compatible with all Formlabs materials. Select your material from a list and let Form Wash auto clean your parts for the appropriate time.
Automated Post Processing
For almost any 3D printing technology, post processing adds time and limits throughput.
Formlabs post processing solutions simplify and automate post processing so you can consistently produce quality results and maintain a tidy workspace with less time and effort. The Form Wash and Form Cure machines streamline and automate rinsing and post-curing of stereolithography prints.
For Formlabs Form SLA 3D Printers
Compare Formlabs Form Wash and Form Wash L
| Form Wash (2nd Generation) | Form Wash L | |
|---|---|---|
| Printer Compatibility | Form 4, Form 4B, Form 3/+, Form 3B/+, Form 2 | Form 3L, Form 3BL, Form 4, Form 4B, Form 3/+, Form 3B/+, Form 2 |
| Dimensions | 31.5 x 29.3 x 40.5 cm 12.4 x 11.5 x 15.9 in Height when open: 71.4 cm (28.1 in) | 78.0 x 46.0 x 67.0 cm 30.7 x 18.1 x 26.4 in Height when open: 113 cm (44.5 in) |
| Weight | 8.6 kg (without solvent) 18.9 lbs (without solvent) | 56.7 kg (without solvent) 125lbs (without solvent) |
| Bucket Volume | 14.4 L 3.8 US gal | 37.9 L 10 US gal |
| Maximum Part Size | 20 x 14.5 x 19.5 cm 7.9 x 5.7 x 7.6 in | 33.5 x 20 x 30 cm 13.2 x 7.9 x 11.8 in |
| Suggested Operating Environment | Suggested 18—28 °C Suggested 64—82 °F | Suggested 18—28 °C Suggested 64—82 °F |
| Agitation Method | Magnetically coupled impeller | Magnetically coupled impeller |
| Included Accessories | a. Wash Bucket b. Wash Basket c. Hydrometer d. 2x Platforms Mounts | a. Wash Bucket b. Wash Basket c. Electric Solvent Pump d. Flexible Scraper e. Scraper f. Flush Cutters g. Rinse Bottle h. Gloves i. Form 3 Build Platform Adaptor |
| Power Requirements | 90–240 V 2.0 A 50/60 Hz 50 W | Input (NA) 100 – 120 VAC, 50-60Hz, 1A Input (EU) 220 – 240 VAC, 50-60Hz, 1A |
| Compatible Solvents | Formlabs Resin Washing Solution, IPA, TPM, Water | Formlabs Resin Washing Solution, IPA, TPM, Water |
Formlabs Form Wash Process
Three steps to clean your SLA parts
Step 1: Open the Form Wash
Turn the knob to navigate the display menu to Open or Raise, depending on your machine, then push the knob to select.
The Form Wash lifts the mount and basket out of the wash bucket.
Step 2: Insert parts and wash
To wash printed parts directly on the build platform, or remove parts from the build platform and place them in the basket.
Set the wash time and start the machine.
Step 3: Remove the parts
The platform mount and basket raise automatically at the end of the wash cycle. The solvent that drips onto the inner lid as parts dry drains into the wash bucket.
Remove the build platform from the platform mount or remove parts from the basket, depending on the washing method chosen.
Industries we work with
TriMech Advanced Manufacturing is used in a wide variety of industries
Architectural Design & Construction
- Model making
- Urban planning
- Concepts
High Tech & Consumer Products
- Aesthetic and function testing
- Concepts and prototypes
- Sales and marketing models
Dental, Medical & Life Sciences
- Anatomical models
- Medical devices
- Orthopedics
- Prosthetics
- Surgical planning models
Industrial Products, Mold Tool & Die
- Jigs, fixtures, and assembly tooling
- Injection molding
- Silicone molding
- Sand and investment casting
- Thermoforming
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