3D printers
There are many brands of 3D printers on the market that vary in performance, prices, features, and print quality. It's not easy to determine a single brand that would be the best for all users because everyone has different needs and requirements.
Here are some of the top brands of 3D printers that are currently available:
- Prusa Research - a Czech brand that offers excellent 3D printers with advanced features and performance, as well as outstanding customer service.
- Creality - a Chinese brand that offers affordable 3D printers with good performance and functionality for home use and small-scale manufacturing.
- Ultimaker - a Dutch company that manufactures reliable and precise 3D printers with high print quality and a wide range of printing materials.
- Anycubic - a Chinese company, their printers are known for their wide range of printers and accessories, offering high quality and availability at competitive prices.
9. Cure/Wash process
9.1. Home cure/wash
Wash and cure are essential for the proper completion of SLA printing. However, we don't necessarily need to own an additional device at home.
After printing, the model is sticky due to excess photopolymer residues and feels tacky to the touch.
For washing, we can use, for example, isopropyl alcohol, which we pour into a thicker bag or a plastic container. We place the model in this bag/container and let it soak for 3-5 minutes.
Ideally, we repeat the process twice to thoroughly clean the excess layer.
Next, for curing, we can use a UV curing lamp or a nail lamp. We place the model under the lamp for approximately 1 minute (more can be used based on size) from each side.
