What is Stereolithography?

Stereolithography or SLA® Systems use 3-D CAD data to convert liquid plastic materials and composites into solid cross-sections, layer by layer, to build highly accurate three-dimensional parts. An ultraviolet laser cures a liquid resin into very thin layers, including interior and exterior cavities, to closely mimic injection-molded parts. SLA Systems rapidly manufacture parts of different geometries at the same time and are designed to produce prototypes, patterns or end-use parts of versatile sizes and applications.

With Chuck Hull’s, the founder of 3D Systems, invention of the first SLA System in 1986, the company has built its leadership in the industry by continuously setting new standards for broad features and new innovations in Additive Manufacturing and delivering what our customers need to succeed.

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	iPro™ SLA® Precision Centers - New This new generation of modular iPro Stereolithography Centers deliver unmatched part quality and accuracy with largely, unattended operation. Based on 3D Systems’ proprietary and proven SLA technology, the new iPro Centers quickly produce high-definition parts and patterns at high throughput, maximizing entire build volume.
	Viper™ SLA® System Experience maximum application versatility and sophisticated technology in one of the most affordable Stereolithography part-manufacturing systems, the Viper SLA System. Build small to medium- sized prototype, concept and communication models in the option of two resolutions with the Viper.