3D Printer

Prusa SL1 (tough resin) (flexible resin)

Overview

3D Printer
Prusa SL1 3D printer (left) and Prusa CW1 curing and washing station (right)

The Prusa SL1 is a masked stereolithography (MSLA) 3D printer for producing parts layer-by-layer with fine features and a smooth surface finish.  Both tough and flexible resins are available with this tool.

3D Printer
Resolution test print in orange resin (left) and holder for paper microfluidic cartridge in clear resin (right)

Capabilities

  • Print size and resolution:
    • LCD resolution: 5'', 2560×1440p
    • Print volume size: 120×68×150 mm
    • Suggested layer heights: 0.025-0.1 mm
    • Minimum layer height: 0.01 mm
    • Smallest lateral feature size obtained experimentally: 0.025 mm
  • Supported materials:
    • Prusament Tough Resin
    • Prusament Flexible Resin
  • Print time:
    • Layer exposure time of 6 - 8 seconds depending on material and layer height
    • Tilt time between layers of 5 - 8 seconds
  • Resin tank:
    • Resin level sensor
    • Motorized tilting bed for increased print speed and reliability
  • External computer with Prusa Slicer software compatible with stl, obj, 3mf, and amf file types for slicing and file conversion
  • Quick-release platform for easy print removal and cleaning
  • External washing, drying, and curing station (CW1) compatible with quick-release platform
  • Connectivity: USB, Wi-Fi
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Contact

  • Dr. Christina McGahan

    Dr. Christina McGahan

    VINSE 3D Printing Lab

    • 020 Engineering Science Building

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