Maximize Material Properties with Precision Post-Curing
The Form Cure is an automated post-curing solution designed to help your parts reach their full potential. By utilizing a high-intensity 405nm light array and a precision-controlled heating chamber, the Form Cure ensures that every resin achieves its validated strength, stiffness, and heat deflection temperature.
Key Features
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360° Uniform Curing: A high-speed rotating turntable (one revolution per minute) combined with a reflective inner chamber ensures that UV light reaches every surface, including intricate internal geometries.
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Advanced Thermal Control: The heating system can reach up to 80°C, accelerating the curing process and ensuring parts are cured through to the core for maximum stability.
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Pre-Programmed Resin Settings: Simply select your material on the digital interface. The Form Cure automatically adjusts the time and temperature to the optimal settings validated by Formlabs' material scientists.
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Rapid Heating: The V2 features an optimized heating element that reaches target temperatures faster than previous iterations, reducing total post-processing time.
Why Post-Curing is Mandatory
For many professional resins, the "green" part (fresh off the printer) has not yet reached its full strength.
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Engineering Resins: Required to reach full tensile strength and heat deflection temperatures (HDT).
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Biocompatible Resins: Mandatory to meet safety standards and ISO certifications for patient contact.
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Castable Resins: Essential for a complete burnout during the investment casting process.
FAQ
What is the Difference Between the Original Form Cure and the V2?
The V2 features updated internal electronics and a more efficient heating element, allowing the chamber to reach it's maximum 80°C temperature faster. This results in more consistent cycles and slightly reduced lead times for high-temp materials.
Do I Need to Clean My Parts Before Putting Them in the Form Cure?
Yes. Parts must be thoroughly washed (ideally in the Form Wash) and completely dry before being placed in the Form Cure. Curing parts that are still web with IPA can cause surface defects and clouding.
