• High-throughput production for labs, clinics, universities, and medical device teams
• Validated profiles designed to reduce rework and operator-to-operator variability
• Fast cartridge filling + automatic resin handling for smoother daily operation
• Remote monitoring, alerts, and print history via Dashboard
• Straightforward wash + cure workflow to reach target material properties

Blazing Fast Throughput

Built to compress turnaround times. In dental production, Form 4B highlights very short cycle times for common batches and emphasizes consistent speed whether printing one part or many on a full platform.

• Dental example throughput: 11 clear aligner models in ~9 minutes (stated test conditions)
• High volume target: up to 400+ models per 8-hour shift (stated workflow guidance)

Extreme Accuracy

50 µm pixels with pre-tuned anti-aliasing for subpixel resolution, supported by a highly-collimated light system designed to keep results consistent across the build area — ideal for fine margins, sleeves, guides, and anatomical detail.

• XY resolution: 50 µm with tuned anti-aliasing for subpixel detail
• Layer thickness: 25–200 µm (material-dependent)

Reliable & Repeatable

Designed for operational consistency: validated print settings, intelligent control systems, long-lasting consumables, factory calibration, and remote monitoring help reduce failed prints and rework.

• Reliability focus with validated settings + monitoring (Dashboard)
• Independent testing is cited by Formlabs on the Form 4B platform performance resources

Dental applications (examples)

• Models: diagnostic, restorative, implant analog, clear aligner models
• Surgical guides: implant placement guides and drilling templates
• Splints/guards: hard or flexible splints and night guards
• Prosthetics: digital dentures, All-on-X workflows, crowns & bridges (material/workflow dependent)
• Custom trays: impression trays and related appliances

The dental materials library includes dedicated resins for indications like Precision Model Resin, Fast Model Resin, Surgical Guide Resin, and long-term biocompatible splint materials like Dental LT families (availability varies by region).

Medical applications (examples)

• Anatomical models: patient-specific visualization and planning
• Surgical tools & fixtures: sizing trials, templates, and workflow aids (material/workflow dependent)
• Biocompatible parts: BioMed material family for sterilizable, biocompatible components (use per intended use + validation)
• R&D: rapid iteration for device development and research labs

Form 4B supports BioMed resins and highlights Open Material Mode for teams that require additional material freedom, while maintaining a validated, repeatable workflow.

From model to finished part

• Prepare: Import CAD and use auto-orientation, supports, and printability checks in PreForm.
• Print: Load a cartridge and run validated settings with automatic resin dispensing.
• Post-process: Wash and cure according to the resin’s validated workflow.
• Finish: Light-touch supports help speed up cleanup; sterilize and package when required by the workflow.

Quality-managed materials (high level)

Formlabs positions its medical/dental biocompatible ecosystem around quality-managed manufacturing and validated workflows. If you need help choosing the right resin + indication + post-process settings for compliance in your environment, contact our team and we’ll spec the right configuration.

Dental Practices

• Same-day models and appliances with a guided workflow
• Bring more production in-house with validated materials

Ideal for practices adopting digital dentistry and wanting speed, consistency, and predictable results.

Dental Labs

• High-volume model production for orthodontics and restorative workflows
• Consistent output across technicians with repeatable settings

A strong fit for labs that need throughput without sacrificing accuracy or surface quality.

Hospitals & Medical Device Teams

• Fast iteration for patient-specific planning aids and R&D
• Biocompatible materials + validated workflows for regulated environments

For teams that need reliable results and a workflow designed for repeatability, documentation, and training.

Education & Research

• Approachable day-to-day workflow for shared labs
• Remote monitoring and print history for accountability

Great for teaching labs and research groups that need consistent resin output with strong process control.

PreForm + Dashboard

• PreForm: setup, supports, orientation, and slicing with printability checks
• Dashboard: manage printers, monitor jobs, view history, and receive alerts

Built for multi-user environments where you need consistent outcomes across teams, not “expert-only” operation.

Designed to reduce failures and rework

• Validated print settings + intelligent control systems
• Factory calibration for consistency
• Remote monitoring and alerts via Dashboard
• Workflow designed to be repeatable from user to user

50 µm pixels + tuned anti-aliasing

Form 4B uses a highly-collimated light approach and 50 µm pixel size with pre-tuned anti-aliasing for subpixel resolution — targeted at clean margins, sharp edges, and consistent results across the build platform.

Form 4B Components

• Form 4B 3D Printer
• Resin Tank
• Build Platform

Package contents can vary by configuration (printer-only, bundles, service plans, or workflow kits). If you want a quote for a complete medical/dental setup, tell us your indication and throughput goals.

Recommended workflow upgrades

• Form Wash (automated cleaning)
• Form Cure (precision post-curing)
• Additional resin tanks for rapid material changeovers
• Extra resin cartridges for uninterrupted production runs

1) Is Form 4B suitable for both medical and dental applications?

Yes. Form 4B is positioned for regulated workflows across medical and dental use cases, with biocompatible material options and validated print settings. Always match material + indication + post-processing to your intended use and compliance requirements.

2) What makes it fast for production?

Form 4B highlights very short cycle times for common dental batches and emphasizes consistent print time whether you print one part or fill the build platform.

3) Can I use third-party resins?

Open Material Mode is available for teams that need additional flexibility. For regulated/biocompatible workflows, we recommend using validated materials and documented post-processing methods whenever possible.

4) What software do I need?

Use PreForm to prepare prints (supports, orientation, slicing) and Dashboard for printer management, monitoring, job history, and alerts.

5) Do I need wash/cure equipment?

Washing and curing are standard parts of resin workflows. Automating with wash/cure equipment improves consistency and helps achieve the intended material properties in validated processes.

6) What’s the easiest way to choose the right configuration?

Tell us what you’re printing (medical or dental indication), your throughput target, and whether you want a printer-only setup or a complete validated workflow (wash/cure, extra tanks, and consumables). We’ll recommend the most practical package.