Why Choose Open Material Mode?
Open Material Mode unlocks the freedom to experiment, create, and print with any 405 nm photopolymer resin or 1064 nm powder on Formlabs 3D printers. This product provides expert users with full access to third-party materials, empowering them to explore endless new possibilities on the industry’s most reliable and accessible professional 3D printers on the market.
Open System
Use any 405 nm photopolymer resin or 1064 nm powder with your Formlabs 3D printers. Explore unique material properties and specialised applications without restrictions.
Compatibility
Open Material Mode can be activated on any Form 3 and Form 4 Series SLA printer or Fuse Series SLS printer, seamlessly integrating your materials with the Formlabs ecosystem and ensuring a smooth workflow.
Innovation
Open Material Mode empowers researchers and innovators. Experiment with new materials and formulations, pushing the boundaries of 3D printing for groundbreaking applications.
Lifetime Access
Invest once, create forever. Open Material Mode grants perpetual access to third-party materials, eliminating ongoing licensing fees and empowering continuous exploration.
Ideal For
Open Material Mode unlocks powerful innovation opportunities for expert users and R&D teams.
Researchers Pushing Boundaries: Experiment with cutting-edge materials and develop groundbreaking applications, or develop your own materials with fine-tuned print settings to achieve unmatched material properties for your research projects.
Industry Specialists: Access a vast array of third-party materials to find the ideal material for your specialised application outside of Formlabs’ material library.
Notes:
When using Open Material Mode, some failure modes that are more likely to be caused by third-party materials are excluded from our standard warranty. Read the Formlabs Terms of Service for more details.
Activating an Open Material Mode requires a temporary internet connection (using Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or mobile hotspot).
