Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer vs Form 3B+
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer leads on the measurable specs (starting with price), while Form 3B+ shows no advantage of its own. Choose Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
|
Form 3B+
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 3750 € | 4849 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 17.5 kg | 17.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 145 × 145 mm | 145 × 145 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 185 mm | 185 mm |
| Power (W) | 220 W | 220 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 240 V |
| Declared precision | 25 μm | 25 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 145 mm | 145 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 25 µm | 25 µm |
| Light source | Laser | Laser |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Print process management is handled by PreForm, a highly optimized proprietary software that automates model orientation, support generation, and slicing using advanced algorithms. PreForm offers an intuitive interface and diagnostic tools that minimize print failures. Although it is not possible to use third-party open-source slicers due to the closed nature of the ecosystem, the native integration ensures perfect calibration with original materials. The software includes network file transmission capabilities and is tightly connected to the Dashboard cloud platform, which enables remote monitoring of printers and resin consumption, without being strictly mandatory for the machine's core offline operation. | Printer control is managed by PreForm, Formlabs' proprietary print preparation software. This application automatically optimizes model orientation, support generation, and layout arrangement, integrating specific algorithms to maximize the yield of medical resins. The system supports standard file formats such as STL and OBJ. Through the Dashboard cloud platform, users can monitor print status, track material consumption, and manage job queues remotely for entire fleets of machines. Although network connectivity (Wi-Fi and Ethernet) facilitates advanced management, the printer retains the ability to operate in local mode via data transfer via USB. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 3750 € vs Form 3B+ 4849 € — Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer wins (+29%)
Which one to choose
Choose Form 3B+ if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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