Formlabs Fuse 1+ SLS
The #1 SLS 3D Printing Platform, Chosen by More Than Half the SLS Users in the World
Key Features
In-house SLS production, on your schedule.
Familiar, industry-standard materials now possible on-demand, with an agile workflow that eliminates reliance on external machinists or tooling.
Industrial-Grade Materials
Lowest Cost Per Part
SLS Made Simple
Industrial Power
In-House Production
Scalable + Affordable
Specs
Technical specifications
Technology
Selective Laser Sintering
Build Volume (W × D × H)
16.5 × 16.5 × 30 cm 6.5 × 6.5 × 11.8 in
Layer Thickness (Axis Resolution)
110 microns 0.004 in
Hopper Capacity
14.5 Liters
Printer Dimensions (W × D × H)
68.5 × 64.5 × 106.5 cm 27 × 25.4 × 41.9 in
Supports
No supports
Design/CAD Specifications
SLS Design Guide available from Formlabs
How it works
01
Auto-Pack, Optimize, and Organize in PreForm
With automated packing, hollowing, orienting, labeling, and more, PreForm optimizes your parts and your workflow from the first step.
02
Print Quickly and Reliably on the Fuse Series
Set it and forget it. Print overnight and have multiple iterations or batch production parts ready in the morning.
03
Unpack and Recycle Your Powder in the Fuse Sift
Depowder parts in just 10 minutes with Fuse Sift to reclaim unused powder.
04
Clean and Polish Your Parts With Optional Automated Media Blasting
Leverage automation with Fuse Blast and Polishing System to achieve smooth, end-use quality parts, without added labor.
05
Add Color, Coating, and Sophisticated Surfaces With Advanced Post-Processing Techniques
Create high-performance, end-use parts with smooth surface finishes or vibrant colors through coating, dyeing, painting, smoothing, and more.
06
Easy, Quick Maintenance Keeps Your Focus on the Parts, Not the Printers
Maintain near-constant uptime with an on-screen checklist for your 10 minutes of between-print maintenance and cleaning.
How it works
01
Auto-Pack, Optimize, and Organize in PreForm
With automated packing, hollowing, orienting, labeling, and more, PreForm optimizes your parts and your workflow from the first step.
02
Print Quickly and Reliably on the Fuse Series
Set it and forget it. Print overnight and have multiple iterations or batch production parts ready in the morning.
03
Unpack and Recycle Your Powder in the Fuse Sift
Depowder parts in just 10 minutes with Fuse Sift to reclaim unused powder.
04
Clean and Polish Your Parts With Optional Automated Media Blasting
Leverage automation with Fuse Blast and Polishing System to achieve smooth, end-use quality parts, without added labor.
05
Add Color, Coating, and Sophisticated Surfaces With Advanced Post-Processing Techniques
Create high-performance, end-use parts with smooth surface finishes or vibrant colors through coating, dyeing, painting, smoothing, and more.
06
Easy, Quick Maintenance Keeps Your Focus on the Parts, Not the Printers
Maintain near-constant uptime with an on-screen checklist for your 10 minutes of between-print maintenance and cleaning.
Materials
Industry-standard nylon powders and beyond.
Nylon 12 Tough Powder
Nylon 12 Powder
Nylon 11 CF Powder
Nylon 11 Powder
Nylon 12 White Powder
TPU 90A Powder
Nylon 12 GF Powder
Applications
From rapid prototyping to end-use production parts.
High Performance, Light Weight, High Strength Drones
The proliferation of drone manufacturers and their success in gaining a foothold in a competitive field can be partly attributed to the accessibility and power of modern manufacturing methods, namely 3D printing.
End-Use SLS Parts in the BMW X7
Durable, High Quality End-Use Parts Make Small Batch Production Possible and Profitable
Impactful Research Projects and Organic Design
In-House SLS Enables Entrepreneurship: The One Man Manufacturing Facility
Fit and Function Testing
Air and Fluid Flow Testing
Multi-Part Assemblies for Beta Testing
Pushing Design Concepts Forward
Automotive Dashboard Integrations
Replacement Parts for Industrials
Navigation Aids for Adventure Vans
Aftermarket Customization for Police Forces
Replace Machined Aluminum
Lightweight End of Arm Tooling (EOAT)
Customized Masking Parts for MRO Operations
Metalworking Aids, Clamps, and More
FROM PRINTED TO POLISHED IN 60 MINUTES
Fuse Sift + Fuse Blast
Fuse Sift
Compact and efficient powder management station.
- Reclaiming: Parts are extracted and unsintered powder is collected and sifted to remove debris so it can be reused.
- Preparing: New and used powder are automatically measured, mixed with fresh powder, and stored for the next print.
Fuse Blast
Fully automated cleaning and polishing solution.
- Cleaning: Choose between automatic or manual cleaning to deliver professional parts that are clean to the touch.
- Polishing: The Fuse Blast Polishing System allows you to take it to another level with customer-ready parts that exhibit a smooth, semi-gloss surface finish.
FROM PRINTED TO POLISHED IN 60 MINUTES
Fuse Sift + Fuse Blast
Fuse Sift
Compact and efficient powder management station.
- Reclaiming: Parts are extracted and unsintered powder is collected and sifted to remove debris so it can be reused.
- Preparing: New and used powder are automatically measured, mixed with fresh powder, and stored for the next print.
Fuse Blast
Fully automated cleaning and polishing solution.
- Cleaning: Choose between automatic or manual cleaning to deliver professional parts that are clean to the touch.
- Polishing: The Fuse Blast Polishing System allows you to take it to another level with customer-ready parts that exhibit a smooth, semi-gloss surface finish.
Formlabs Software
3D Printing Setup, Management, and Monitoring Made Simple
Formlabs software solutions help you work more efficiently. Prepare your 3D models for printing with a few clicks, manage a single printer or an entire fleet from the cloud, and automate and optimize your workflow.
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Bring industrial SLS 3D printing in-house. Get expert guidance on setup, materials, and the right workflow to reduce costs and lead times for your team.
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