Formlabs Form 3B+ vs Formlabs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer is the one with the largest build area in its class. Form 3B+ and Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Form 3B+ if price matters more; choose Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
Form 3B+
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 4849 € | ~11000–14000 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm | 66.4 × 52.8 × 79.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 17.5 kg | 58.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 145 × 145 mm | 353 × 196 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 185 mm | 350 mm |
| Power (W) | 220 W | 900 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 80 |
| Declared precision | 25 μm | 46 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 145 mm | 196 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 25 µm | 46 µm |
| Light source | Laser | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | — | 80 mm/h |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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. | Workflow management relies on a proprietary software ecosystem developed to optimize model preparation and machine control. The slicing software performs advanced calculations for automatic part orientation and optimized support generation, minimizing material consumption and facilitating post-print removal. Integration with remote monitoring platforms allows users to supervise job progress, residual resin levels, and hardware diagnostics via local networks or dedicated tools. Regular firmware updates ensure continuous refinement of printing parameters for the various supported materials, ensuring maximum compatibility and operational stability throughout the device's entire lifecycle. |
MakerSpecs Awards
Form 3B+
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Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Largest work area Intermediate
The largest work area among intermediate Resin 3D printing machines: 692 cm².
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Price: Form 3B+ 4849 € vs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer 12500 € — Form 3B+ wins (+158%)
- Work area: Form 3B+ 145×145 mm vs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer 353×196 mm — Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer wins (+229%)
Which one to choose
Choose Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer if…
you value work area. It is the one with the largest build area in its class.
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