Why “resin” is being discussed
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Thanks, appreciate the ideas here! Didn't know resin would/could be brittle. Will look into that :)
by 0xb0565e486 · Oct 29, 2026
Resin is generally very stiff but also very brittle. They are not as tough as composites (depending on resin used).
by lp92 · Oct 29, 2026
Yeah you will still feel the layer lines. You could try Nylon if you're looking for a smoother feel. But the layer lines will still feel rough. Resin would be a bit better in th…
by lp92 · Oct 29, 2026
Optically transparent materials is a very good point, and it hints at something else that I should have included in my roundup, which is that resin prints are much, much closer…
by dofm · Oct 29, 2026
I think they’ve considered a lot of these problems from the perspective of handling resin when they designed the system. The vapors are carcinogenic too, so they have an inbuilt…
by dyauspitr · Oct 29, 2026
A organic 3m respirator and lab grade gloves really should be required with these things. The cheap overseas options I expect them to downplay the hazzards, hopefully formlabs m…
by drzaiusx11 · Oct 29, 2026
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A resin is a highly viscous liquid or solid that can be converted into a polymer. Resins may be biological or synthetic in origin but are typically harvested from plants. Resins are mixtures of organic compounds insoluble in water, predominantly terpenes. Technically, resins should not be confused with gums, which consist predominantly of water-soluble polysaccharides, although the two terms are often interchangeable in the less formal context. Common resins include pine oleoresins, amber, hashish, frankincense, myrrh, and the animal-derived resin shellac. Resins are used in varnishes, adhesives, food additives, incenses, and perfumes. Read more on Wikipedia