The Formlabs Fuse 1+30W delivers industrial-grade SLS prints in a compact benchtop format with a build volume optimised for prototyping and production.
You can print complex parts with no support at speeds up to 30% faster than competing SLS systems.
Same-day parts with efficient chamber packing
With the Formlabs Fuse 1+30W, you can print complete jobs in just seven hours. The PreForm software packs parts efficiently within the build chamber to maximise productivity and minimise material waste. The powerful 3D packing algorithm automatically arranges models to increase throughput by optimising density.
The latest software update improves printing speed by 25%, making 95% of fully packed Nylon 12 Powder print jobs complete in less than 14 hours. That means you can start a print in the morning and have finished parts by the end of your workday.
Complete design freedom with no support needed
The Formlabs Fuse 1+30W uses powder to support parts during printing, allowing you to create complex, interconnecting designs without the need for support structures.
It also eliminates post-processing time spent removing supports and creates perfectly smooth surfaces on all sides of your parts.
Print-in-place assemblies come fully built into the printer, requiring no hardware or assembly. You can design moving parts, hinges, and interlocking components that print together in one job. This makes the Fuse 1+30W ideal for functional prototyping and end-use parts with complex geometries.
Streamlined workflow from design to finished part
The entire SLS workflow takes you from PreForm software to the finished part with minimal hands-on time. You prepare models in the free software, print them on the Fuse 1+30W, extract them with Fuse Sift, and finish them with Fuse Blast.
Parts can be ready to use in as little as 15 minutes after printing. Fuse Sift extracts your parts from unsintered powder in only 5 minutes while allowing you to reuse up to 80% of the powder in your next print. Fuse Blast delivers consumer-grade parts in as little as 10 minutes with pre-programmed cleaning routines.
Industrial-grade materials for functional parts
The Formlabs Fuse 1+30W supports seven validated materials, including Nylon 12, Nylon 12 Tough, Nylon 12 White, Nylon 11, Nylon 12 GF, Nylon 11 CF, and TPU 90A Powders.
Each material has been developed and tested to deliver optimal performance on the printer.
Open Material Mode lets you print with any 1064 nm powder, giving you complete flexibility for research and specialised applications.
Material costs decrease significantly with volume, with discounts starting at 20% for customers purchasing 50 kg of powder in bulk.
Design considerations for successful prints
While the Fuse 1+30W eliminates many traditional manufacturing constraints, understanding a few design principles will help you create successful SLS prints.
Maintaining consistent wall thickness reduces thermal stress during cooling, and including escape holes in enclosed cavities ensures that powder can be removed.
You can evenly distribute parts in the build chamber to minimise heat concentration. Keeping parts close to the bottom of the chamber reduces print times and ensures consistent results across your builds.
Continuous improvement with software updates
Formlabs regularly updates its software to improve performance and capabilities. The latest release makes laser pathing more efficient, maintaining continuous uptime during printing.
Files sent to the Fuse are now up to 90% smaller than in previous software versions, simplifying the entire workflow.
The 25% speed improvement for production environments means you can increase weekly output without added labour or materials costs. Contract manufacturers can print multiple jobs faster, shorten lead times, and provide better customer experiences.
A production-ready platform for growing needs
The Fuse 1+30W achieves faster-than-ever printing speeds to deliver prototypes and small series of end-use parts in under 24 hours. Industry-leading rapid cooldown times allow you to start a new print within 75 minutes of your previous print job.
You can enable continuous throughput by adding a second, removable build chamber and relying on the streamlined, automated post-processing workflow.
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