The Form 4B Ecosystem
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A Side-by-side Comparison
Formlabs Form 4B vs. SprintRay Pro 2
See why the Formlabs Form 4B is the leading 3D printing solution for dental labs, practices, and orthodontics.
Formlabs Form 4B
Complete Cost
$7,899
The $6,299 starting price includes all the essential tools required to start printing, software, plus one year of Dental Service Plan. The Form 4B Complete Package for $7,899 adds automated post-processing tools for a turnkey solution. Buy from Formlabs via sales or the online store, or purchase through one of our distribution partners.
Availability
Available now with minimal lead times.
Technology
Print Technology
MSLA
Low Force Display™ (LFD)
A new generation of stereolithography (SLA) 3D printing where reduced peel forces lead to incredible surface finish and unmatched accuracy.
Print Speed
11 models in 9 minutes
3D print 11 clear aligner models in 9 minutes achieving a throughput of 49 seconds per model thanks to the blazing fast print speed of up to 100 mm/h.
Read this article for a full list of print speed by indication.
Productivity
27% larger build surface, higher productivity
Print up to 11 clear aligner models or 8 splints in one build thanks to the 27% larger 20 x 12.5 x 21 cm build volume.
Supported Dental Applications & Materials
15+ validated indications
A wide range of indications on a single printer, validated, tested, and directly supported by Formlabs.
Open System
Open material mode available enabling third-party resins.
Restorative Model Surface Accuracy
Accurate, repeatable prints with a smooth surface finish
The 50 μm XY resolution with pre-tuned anti-aliasing for subpixel resolution results in superior fine and sharp feature performance, and helps deliver an unrivaled accuracy of final parts.
On average, Form 4B and Precision Model Resin produce dental models with:
- 99.7% of surfaces within 100 μm of CAD model**
- 95% of surfaces within 50 μm of CAD model**
- 69% of surfaces within 25 μm of CAD model**
** Using Precision Model Resin and 50 µm layer height. Tested using a full arch restorative model with dies. Four models were printed per print job on three different printers and post-processed according to the recommended settings.
Wavelength Light
405 nm
Ease of Use
Resin Dispensing
Automatic Resin Handling
- No Mess: Automatic resin dispensing eliminates the need for manual intervention, resulting in reliable prints and a clean workspace.
- Streamlined Workflow: Resin level sensing and automatic resin dispensing ensure optimal resin levels are maintained with 3x fewer interactions.
- Reliable: Consistent, precise, and automated resin dispensing for reliable completion of prints.
Part Removal
Quick, easy, and tool-free with Build Platform Flex
Prevents part breakage and potential injuries while removing parts.
Resin Identification
Automated resin identification when a cartridge is inserted
Post-Processing
Automated
Resin Mixing
Automated, with debris detection
Monitoring
Integrated camera for remote monitoring and traceability
Cost of Ownership
Resin Tanks
$99
Formlabs resin tanks cost 68% less and last at least as long as SprintRay Pro 2’s tanks.
Service
$990
Service and warranty cost 48% less in the first year and 57% less over 3 years, and include superior benefits, such as personalized onboarding, phone and email support, and hot swap expedited replacement in the event your printer needs service.
Light Processing Unit
$665
Formlabs’ LPU lasts more than 5x longer and costs less to replace.
Lifetime details: 600k - 1.9M layers, depending on material and layer height.*
*For example, approximately 5,000 prints using diagnostic models (22 mm tall), Grey Resin V5, and 100 µm layer height.
SprintRay Pro 2 Series
Complete Cost
$18,636
SprintRay Pro 2 printers start at $9,995, which includes only the printer. An additional service plan, costly post-processing solutions, and essentials add up to more than $18,000 for the complete package.
Availability
Not available yet, the printer is expected to ship in Q3 2024.
Technology
Print Technology
MSLA
Optical Panel™ Technology
A new generation of stereolithography (SLA) 3D printing.
Print Speed
N/A
50 mm/h using the standard kit build platform. 100 mm/h using the arch kit build platform (requires an additional purchase).
Productivity
Smaller build surface, smaller batches, more manual labor
The SprintRay Pro 2's 18.8 x 10.5 x 20 cm build volume can only fit 6 full arch dental models or splints, resulting in lower throughput and requiring more printer interactions.
Supported Dental Applications & Materials
15+ indications, closed system
A wide range of indications. Some indications require different resin tank and build platform kits. Open material license unavailable.
Restorative Model Surface Accuracy
N/A
There is no data on surface accuracy. XY resolution is 35 μm.
Wavelength Light
385 nm
Ease of Use
Resin Dispensing
Manual
- Messy and Inconvenient: Manual resin dispensing can be messy, with a higher risk of spills.
- Additional Workflow Steps: Requires manual monitoring and adjustment of resin levels, adding time and effort to the printing process.
- Inconsistent Reliability: Greater chance of human error with manual resin pouring contributes to frustrating print failures.
Part Removal
Manual one-at-a-time part removal with tools
Risk of part breakage or injury while removing parts.
Resin Identification
Manual, requires an additional step for the user: scanning the bottle before printing
Post-Processing
Automated
Resin Mixing
Manual mixing is required periodically, no debris detection
Monitoring
No camera
Cost of Ownership
Resin Tanks
$309
Expensive resin tanks.
Service
$1,925
Very expensive service plan with fewer benefits, a tiering structure for service parts, and no hot swaps if your printer needs service.
Light Processing Unit
$695
Rated for one to two years of printing.
Do you have more questions about the differences between these solutions?
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Meet Form 4B
Unprecedented print speeds. Print 11 dental models in 9 minutes.
9m
Form 4B44m
Benchmark DLP*1h16m
Benchmark LCD*1h32m
Form 3B+*11 Clear Aligner Models at 160 μm
49m
Form 4B2h18m
Benchmark DLP*3h30m
Benchmark LCD*9h30m
Form 3B+*8 Occlusal Splints at 100 μm
1h50m
Form 4B2h42m
Benchmark DLP*3h6m
Benchmark LCD*8h50m
Form 3B+*10 Restorative Models at 50 μm
48m
Form 4B1h48m
Benchmark DLP*2h38m
Benchmark LCD*7h12m
Form 3B+*12 Surgical Guides at 100 μm
37m
Form 4B1h46m
Benchmark DLP*3h42m
Benchmark LCD*5h37m
Form 3B+*9 All-on-X at 100 μm
25m
Form 4B44m
Benchmark DLP*54m
Benchmark LCD*1h13m
Form 3B+*5 Restorations at 100 μm
Unrivaled accuracy that matches your commitment to a perfect fit, every time.
Expanded Capacity for the Same Price
Thanks to the lower cost of the printer, accessories, and included service plan, you can buy a fleet of three Form 4B printers for the price of one SprintRay Pro 2 printer to scale your throughput, be able to print different materials simultaneously, and have peace of mind to avoid downtime.
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