Formlabs Formlabs Form 4 - Print Farm Bundle - 4 Printers
The Formlabs Form 4 Print Farm Bundle is a professional resin 3D printing solution designed for businesses, labs, and production environments looking to scale high-quality SLA manufacturing. It includes four high-speed Form 4 3D printers, essential printing and post-processing equipment, and a selection of Formlabs’ industry-leading resins. With integrated wash and cure systems, expert setup assistance, and Pro Service Plan coverage, this bundle provides a complete workflow for reliable, high-throughput resin production.
- Includes four high-speed Formlabs Form 4 SLA 3D printers with 3 year warranty
- Comes with essential print farm equipment including resin tanks, mixers, and Flex Build Platforms
- Features integrated post-processing with Form Wash V2 and Form Cure V2 systems
- Includes multiple engineering and prototyping resins to begin printing immediately
- Provides expert setup assistance to help launch and optimize your resin print farm
| List Price: | $25,729.99 |
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| Price: | $25,679.99 Financing starts at: $472 /mo |
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Formlabs Form 4 Print Farm Bundle
Professional Parts at Lightning Speeds, Multi-Machine Solution
Turn ideas into production-ready parts faster than ever with the Formlabs Form 4 SLA 3D printer. Powered by Formlabs’ custom Low Force Display™ (LFD) print engine, the Form 4 delivers blazing-fast print speeds while maintaining the exceptional surface quality and material performance expected from SLA technology.
The Form 4 Print Farm Bundle is designed to help you quickly scale production with multiple printers and a streamlined workflow, making it ideal for businesses looking to build a reliable, high-throughput resin printing operation.
Key Features of the Formlabs Form 4 Print Farm Bundle:
- Professional SLA Production Hardware: Receive 4 Formlabs Form 4 3D printers, each engineered with Low Force Display technology for blazing-fast resin printing and exceptional surface quality.
- Optimized Print Farm Operation: Includes 8 resin tanks and 8 mixers, allowing you to stage multiple materials, reduce downtime between jobs, and keep production flowing efficiently.
- Streamlined Post-Processing: Comes equipped with 2 Form Wash V2 units, 2 Form Cure V2 systems, and solvent pumps, ensuring parts are cleaned and fully cured for production-ready results.
- Flexible Build Platform System: Form 4 Flex Build Platforms allow quick and easy part removal, helping operators reset printers faster and maintain high throughput.
- Start Printing Immediately: Includes 16 liters of Formlabs engineering and prototyping resins (Black, White, Grey, and Tough 2000) so you can begin printing a wide range of parts right away.
- Expert Setup and Support: Includes MatterHackers Launchpad expert setup assistance plus 3-year Formlabs Pro Service Plans, providing guidance and priority support for your print farm investment.
- Complete Production Ecosystem: Finishing tools and integrated hardware create a seamless end-to-end workflow.
What's Included in the Formlabs Form 4 Print Farm Bundle
| Item | Quantity | Item | Quantity |
| Formlabs Form 4 3D Printer | 4 | Launchpad for Formlabs Form 4 | 1 |
| Form 4 Extended Warranty 3 Years | 4 | Form 4 Resin Tank | 8 |
| Form 4 Mixer | 8 | Form 4 Flex Build Platform | 4 |
| Form Cure V2 | 2 | Form Wash V2 | 2 |
| Solvent Pump | 2 | Finishing Tools | 2 |
| Form 4 Black V5 Resin (1L) | 4 | Form 4 White V5 Resin (1L) | 4 |
| Form 4 Grey V5 Resin (1L) | 4 | Form 4 Tough 2000 V2 Resin (1L) | 4 |
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SWIFT PRINT SPEEDS
Achieve same-day resin 3D printing production with the Formlabs Form 4. When fast turnarounds are a top priority, a printer capable of swiftly outputting most prints in less than 2 hours is a must for your project workflow.
- Max Print Speed: 100mm/hr
- Avg Print Speed: 40mm/hr
- Fast Resin Heater
- Fast Resin Dispenser
LOW FORCE FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE
The Form 4 achieves fantastic print quality and performance thanks to its trademark technology—Low Force Display (LFD). Six hardware systems customized by Formlabs are combined to set the new standard for balancing lightning print speed with unmatched print quality reliability and material performance.
- Backlight Unit - 60 LED's emit powerful light through collimating lenses
- Light passes through 4K LCD masked to form layer shape
- Release texture and flexible tank work together to reduce peel force
- Onboard control sensors work together to ensure your printer operates in successful conditions
- Automatic resin dispenser keeps up with quick production
RELIABLE MATERIALS FOR VERSATILE APPLICATIONS
Print Formlabs' industry-leading materials for use in any industry on the Form 4. It's compatible with many of Formlabs well-known formulas like High Temp, Castable Wax, Silicone 40A, and more with bonus Form 4 exclusives such as...
- V5 Resin: Black, White, Grey, Clear, Color
- Tough 2000 V2, Tough 1500 V2
- High Temp, Flame Retardant
- Rigid 10K, Rigid 4000
- Elastic 50A, Flexible 80A
LESS STRUGGLING, MORE PRINTING
Not only is the setup intuitive but each step of the resin 3D printing workflow on the Formlabs Form 4 is designed to be accessible for any printer operator on every print job. Seamlessly go from prep to print to process and efficiently use your limited time printing rather than struggling.
INDUSTRY-LEADING CONSISTENCY
When you invest in a Form 4, you're investing in predictable success. Formlabs has built its recognition on developing technology and materials that ensure the first print on their machines, and every print after that, delivers reliable, consistent results via the following:
- Validate print settings by engineers
- Measure & maintain Form 4 via 6 intelligent systems
- Every Form 4 is calibrated and inspected before shipping
- Avg lifetime of +75K layers with any Formlabs materials
- Formlabs Pro Service Plan:
- Expedited replacement during servicing
- Direct line to expert phone support
- Live customized training
- Priority email support
- Customize—extend warranty up to 5 years
PROS AT YOUR SERVICE
When high uptimes and business growth are top priorities, access to dedicated phone support, training, and more is crucial. Enter the Formlabs Pro Service Plan, designed to get you the most out of your Form 4 3D printer by connecting you with a dedicated team of certified workflow-trained support representatives. Extend your coverage further with the following:
- MatterHackers Launchpad:
- Schedule a 2-hour virtual expert consultations
- Streamline unboxing, calibration, and first print
- Master setup & printing with personalized guidance
What are the Technical Specifications of the Form 4 3D Printer?
| GENERAL | |
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| Machine | Resin 3D Printer |
| Technology | Low Force Display (LFD)™ / mSLA |
| Light Source | LED's |
| Assembly | Fully-Assembled |
| Machine Dimensions (W × D × H) |
398mm×367mm×554mm (15.7"×14.5"×21.9") |
| Weight | 18.3kg (40.4lb) |
| PRINTER PARAMETERS | |
| Build Volume (W × D × H) |
200m×125mm×210mm (7.9" x 4.9" x 8.3") |
| XY Resolution | 50 microns |
| Layer Thickness | 25 - 300 microns (.001" – .012") |
| Light Source Specifications | 1 Light Processing Unit (LPU); LPU 4 uses a high-resolution LCD to mask powerful, uniform projection of light coming from the Backlight Unit (60 LED's on a PCB emitting light through collimating lenses) |
| PRINTER FEATURES | |
| Resin Cartridges | 1 |
| Automatic Resin Dispenser | Yes |
| Built-In Camera | Yes; can be turned off, covered, or removed |
| Print Monitoring | ✔ |
| Resin Level Sensor | ✔ |
| Resin Temperature Sensor | ✔ |
| Printer Leveling Sensor | ✔ |
| Mixer Debris Sensor | ✔ |
| [Print] Force Sensor | ✔ |
| MATERIAL COMPATIBILITY | |
| Formlabs Materials | General Purpose Resin(s) Black V5, Clear V5, Grey V5, White V5, Fast Model V1, Precision Model, Color Base Tough & Durable Resin(s) Durable, Tough 1500, Tough 2000 Rigid Resin(s) Rigid 4000, Rigid 10K Engineering Resin(s) ESD, Flame Retardant, High Temp, Silicone 40A V1, Alumina 4N V1 Flexible & Elastic Resin(s) Elastic 50A Resin V2, Flexible 80A Jewelry Resin(s) Castable Wax, Castable Wax 40, Clear Cast |
| Biocompatible | Available on the Form 4B |
| Open Platform | Access to PreForm Print Settings Editor coming soon Open Material License required, ETA TBD |
| SOFTWARE | |
| Compatible Program(s) | PreForm |
| OS Compatibility | Windows 7 (64-bit) and up Mac OS X 10.12 and up |
| Additional System Requirements |
OpenGL 2.1 C++ runtime library from Microsoft (Windows only) 4GB RAM (8GB recommended) |
| Supported Input File Type(s) | STL, OBJ, and 3MF |
| Supported Output File Type(s) | FORM |
| Print Setup Features | One-Click Print, Remote Print Rotate, scale, duplicate, and mirror Auto-mesh repair, Auto-generation of supports Auto-orient for optimal print position Adaptive layer thickness for faster printing with fine details Layer slicer for path inspection Available in multiple languages |
| Dashboard Printer Management Features |
Manage prints and printers via the cloud Track resin and tank usage over time SMS and email alerts Create enterprise group accounts with admins to more easily share printers and control access |
| WARRANTY | |
| Warranty Period | 1 Year if purchasing the 2 Year Pro Service Plan, 2 Years if purchasing the 3 Year Pro Service Plan, 3 Years |
FAQ
Does the Light Processing Unit (LPU) need to be replaced frequently?
No. The LPU is a long-lasting consumable tested to deliver consistent print performance throughout its lifetime. The LPU 4 has an expected lifetime of 600k - 2.7M layers, depending on the material and layer height printed.
Why does Form 4 use 4K resolution, not 8K or 12K?
Form 4 uses a 50um pixel size, highly collimated light, and advanced pixel smoothing to produce razor-sharp detail and smooth surfaces. The number of pixels is only one small factor for producing great parts. Based on internal testing and beta feedback, the Form 4 is expected to deliver the same print quality as printers with a higher resolution LCD.
How does the peel force on the Form 4 compare to the Form 3?
Formlabs developed a specialized print engine and resin tanks to minimize peel forces. This allows the Form 4 tanks to last longer, the prints run faster, and the parts look better.
Can I use my Form Wash (1st generation) with Form 4?
Yes, you can remove the parts from the Form 4/B build platform and use your existing Form Wash. However, the Form Wash (2nd Generation) is required to fit the new Form 4 build platform has a larger build area (and therefore larger
build volume). The maximum part size that can fit in the legacy Form Wash is 145mm × 145mm × 175mm.
Form Wash (2nd Generation) also has 3x more agitation and improved longevity allowing you to wash 67% more parts before
replacing your solvent.
Do Form 3 cartridges, resin tanks, and build platforms work on Form 4?
No. The cartridge, resin tank, and build platform have been redesigned to achieve significantly better performance, lifetime, and cost for the Form 4. To make those improvements, it wasn’t possible to make Form 4 printers backwards compatible with Form 3 series consumables.
Do Form 4 cartridges, resin tanks, and build platforms work on Form 3?
No. Improvements to these consumables are possible exclusively to the Form 4.
What makes the new Form 4 Resins specific to the printer?
The new print engine on Form 4 is vastly different from Form 3, so the new formulations were designed to take advantage of the new mSLA hardware.
How does Tank lifetime vary per material – do we have the same aggressive, moderately aggressive and not aggressive categories for different materials?
Tank lifetime is now the same for all materials. The tank design has been updated and is no longer degraded by the components present in some of Formlabs' resins.
Does Form Auto work with Form 4?
No, it is only available for Form 3 series. printers. While 24/7 automation is not available at this time, Form 4/B is still a great option for customers with high throughput applications, offering higher throughput and lower cost per part than Form 3 and other solutions on the market.
Does the Resin Pumping System work with Form 4/B?
No.
My tallest parts (or the number of parts per job) I printed on my Formlabs Form 4 don’t fit on the current Form Cure. What can I do?
At this time, it is recommended to use Form Cure L to cure parts printed on your Form 4 if the part or number of parts don't fit in the Form Cure.
Will the Formlabs Form 4/B be open or closed in terms of third-party materials?
Formlabs will ultimately bringing their SLA Open Platform to Form 4/B, including: Certified materials, Print Settings Editor, and Open Material License. They'lll start by adding Form 4/B to the PreForm Print Settings Editor late May 2024. Open Materials License to come.
Can I turn off or remove the camera on the Formlabs Form 4?
Yes. There are a few options for disabling the camera depending on your requirements.
- Disable the camera using the Touch UI.
- Physically cover the camera with a 3D printed part (STL file coming soon) or any other cover.
- Physically remove the camera from the printer. This is a 5-10 minute service loop. A simple guide is being prepared by Formlabs for any customer who wants to do this.
Can I use the printer offline?
Yes, Form 4 can be used offline. For Form 4B, you will need to connect to the internet at least once to activate the capability of printing with our biocompatible resins.
Do I need to buy a Form 4 Mixer for each Resin Tank?
For convenience, it is recommended to have 1 mixer for every different type of material you intend to print with. Otherwise, you will need to wash the Mixer in IPA using Form Wash before every material switch.
- Ex: If you plan to print Grey v5 and Tough 2000 resins on a single Form 4 3D printer, having two resin tanks and two mixers on hand is recommended for the fastest and easiest workflow.
What is the lifetime of the Form 4 Mixer?
You can use a Form 4 Mixer indefinitely.
Is Form 4 TAA compliant?
Contact support@matterhackers.com to ask about the TAA compliant version of the Formlabs Form 4.
How often should I be inspecting my resin tank?
Form 4 resin tanks should be inspected monthly.
How can I tell my resin tank is past its lifetime?
Replace a Form 4/B resin tank as soon as you notice:
- Punctures, cuts, wrinkles, or gouges in the film
- Wear on the film that begins to affect print quality or reliability.
- Repeatedly printing
the same model in the same location on a tank can cause the tank film to wear more
quickly.
- Repeatedly printing
Do Form 4/B printers have built in tank usage monitoring?
Yes. You can check how many layers, prints, and liters have been printed on a resin tank at any time.
- When a tank reaches >=75,000 layers and is inserted into a printer, the printer will prompt you to inspect the tank and consider replacing it.
