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# Additive Manufacturing

## FDM 3D Printing

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<figure><img src="/files/AUSRvn9qkMwF3wQJxclu" alt=""><figcaption><p>Image Sources: <a href="https://bambulab.com/en-au/p1">Left</a> / <a href="https://plasticonion.co.uk/3d-printing-for-boats/">Right</a></p></figcaption></figure>

A melted thermoplastic filament is extruded along a path programmed via CNC to build up a model of a 3D digital design in layers.

#### **Our Machines**

* Bambu P1P/P1S/X1C, 10x - Maximum build volume: **250mm** cubed
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ProtoLAB supplies white PLA filament.
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File Preparation Guide
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*Required File Type:* **.STL**
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#### <mark style="background-color:purple;">INDUCTION REQUIRED</mark>

[**Complete the Induction**](/protolab/equipment/additive-manufacturing/fdm-3d-printing-induction.md)

Once you pass the [FDM 3D Printing Induction](/protolab/equipment/additive-manufacturing/fdm-3d-printing-induction.md), you may use the Bambu 3D printers during [Open Hours](/protolab/contact-us.md#open-hours).
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## SLA Resin 3D Printing

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<figure><img src="/files/PsPQEJwD2pBzJ3lrMSJU" alt=""><figcaption><p>Image Sources: <a href="https://formlabs.com/store/3d-printers/">Left</a> / <a href="https://all3dp.com/2/sla-post-processing-best-ways-to-clean-your-resin-3d-prints/">Right</a></p></figcaption></figure>

A pool of resin is selectively cured in thin layers, using UV light and CNC, to form high-resolution, transparent models of 3D digital designs.

#### **Our Machines**

* Formlab Form 3, 2x&#x20;
* Creality UW-01, 2x
* Creality LD - 002H, 3x
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#### <mark style="background-color:orange;">TECHNICIAN-ASSISTED</mark>

[**Submit a Job**](/protolab/services/job-submission.md)
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## Full-Colour PolyJet 3D Printing

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<figure><img src="/files/GXkT74337DYhnVd2NF8X" alt=""><figcaption><p>Image Sources:<a href="https://www.artec3d.com/learning-center/best-industrial-3d-printers"> Left</a> / <a href="https://www.stratasys.co.in/3d-printing-technologies/">Right</a></p></figcaption></figure>

Coloured liquid polymer resins are printed in thin layers and cured by UV light, to form high-resolution coloured models of 3D digital designs.

#### **Our Machines**

* Stratasys J55, 1x
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*Required File Type:* **.STL**

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#### <mark style="background-color:orange;">TECHNICIAN-ASSISTED</mark>

[**Submit a Job**](/protolab/services/job-submission.md)
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## MultiJet Fusion 3D Printing

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<figure><img src="/files/ULtD4Lc4fNCOQ7H7NUtu" alt=""><figcaption><p>Image Sources: <a href="https://www.hp.com/us-en/printers/3d-printers/products/multi-jet-technology.html">Left</a> / <a href="https://medium.com/@3dprinting80088/cultural-influences-in-3d-printed-art-and-sculpture-in-dubai-4e1281c79412">Right</a></p></figcaption></figure>

A box full of polymer powder is selectively sintered in thin layers to form strong, tough, high-resolution models of 3D digital designs.

#### **Our Machines**

* HP MultiJet Fusion 4200, 1x
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Consult this Handbook as you design to ensure your parts can be printed.

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#### <mark style="background-color:orange;">TECHNICIAN-ASSISTED</mark>

[**Submit a Job**](/protolab/services/job-submission.md)
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## Clay 3D Printing

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<figure><img src="/files/zbXyCA4l6MBtiqiEEn9r" alt=""><figcaption><p>Image Sources: <a href="https://3dpotter.com/shop/">Left</a> / <a href="https://www.mansfieldceramics.com/content/3d-printing/">Right</a></p></figcaption></figure>

**Our Machines**

* 3D Potter WMRV25-12, 1x
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Enquire with ProtoLAB staff to see which clays we have on hand.
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#### <mark style="background-color:orange;">TECHNICIAN-ASSISTED</mark>

[**Book a Technician**](/protolab/services/book-a-technician.md)
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