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Fromlabs released their new Form 1+ upgraded printer. It still has the same print volume as the previous version but performance is significantly improved.
The upgraded Form 1+ features:
- A higher-power second-generation laser system for faster print speeds
- A redesigned galvanometer control system for more precise and accurate control
- Re-engineered mechanical components for better wear and durability
- A light-blocking injection-molded resin tank for better print consistency – allowing you to store your tanks outside the Form 1. The tank also comes with a stackable lid, helping you manage multiple resins more easily.
Together with it there is a new Preform software in version 1.5
Here is video overview of what's new in Preform 1.5 (manual supports and new materials):
Preform update includes:
- Form 1+ support (as well as backward compatibility!)
- Updated EULA reflecting our new warranty information
- Manual support editing capabilities
- Black resin material settings
- Improved print time estimation
- Improved resin volume estimation
- .form files now preserve viewing angle
- handfuls of improvements to make PreForm faster, smarter, and more agile
Formlabs also has new black resin, because, ya know, black is a cool color. It will be priced at $149/liter. It is specially tuned Black to be ideal for models with delicate features and fine details. It may print up to 30% more slowly than other Formlabs resins at the 100 micron setting with the increased cure-time, but the results should be BLACK.
Formlabs has also partnered with UK-based Express Group, a company that will help sell and service the Form 1+ printer in Europe. The printer will be priced at €2,799 in Europe or at $3,299 for USA market.
Update (24.10.2014.):
Here is review and test of Form 1+ by Tested and their 3D printing columnist Sean Charlesworth:
Here is review and test of Form 1+ by Tested and their 3D printing columnist Sean Charlesworth:
