Clear SLA 3D Printed Parts
Here we illustrate some of the other reasons and uses for producing Clear SLA 3D Printed Parts as well as the obvious lenses and lightpipes.
Clear SLA materials give perfect results straight from the machine right?
Clear 3d printed parts that are produced from the Stereolithography or “SLA 3D Printing” process often look fantastic emerging from the tank of resin.
BUT …The reality however is often less than disappointing if you are looking for high-end visual appearance.
At MNL we have some tricks up our sleeve to improve the appearance and produce a look to suit your requirements. Look at the examples below to see how we improve the standard result, and it’s not always expensive or time consuming.
Clear SLA Examples
Example: Display Covers
High level of finish (our ref. C2)
One of the largest SLA capacities in the UK
Example: Valve Blocks and Flow Analysis
Basic low level of finish (Our ref. C1)
Use our three tier costing system
Example: Drinking Glasses
High level of finish (our ref. C2)
Confident that SLA is a good fit for your parts?
Example: Bottles and Containers
High level of finish (our ref. C2)
Is SLA the right process for you?
Example: Drinks Vessels
High level of finish (our ref. C2)
You Can be Confident that we shall keep your Data Confidential
Example: Illumination Effects
Sandblasted Finish with colour-tinted lacquer
Did you know that our clear SLA parts are as strong as ABS?
Example: Wind Tunnel Applications
Un-Sandblasted Finish with specially drained tubing.
Finishing Options
What finishing options do we offer? How do we achieve these results? And at what cost?
Clear 3D printed parts that need to be optically clear have to be sanded through the grades polished and lacquered to achieve a perfect look.
However in many cases optical performance is not required everywhere to achieve the desired visual appearance.
At MNL we employ time-served finishers to ensure the appearance and look, suit your requirements.
Finishing options
Four levels of finish are offered for clear parts
Level 1S
Sandblasted only (default finish)
Level 1U
Unfinished. No sanding or blasting.
Level C1
Lacquer only, no sanding, build lines visible. 90% transparent.
Level C2
Sanded and polished smooth. Clear Lacquer. 99% transparent.
Still not sure?
How do we achieve these Levels of clarity in SLAÂ clear 3D printed parts?
Exploring the differing levels of clarity that can be achieved on the SLA machines at MNL.
  Getting Prices
What do i need to do to get a price for my clear 3D printed parts?
MNL are a competitive service provider. We have been providing prototyping services for over 40 years. Our customers keep returning for an excellent value-for-money return on their prototyping investment.
We offer two methods of obtaining prices as follows.
Upload your data via our secure feature below, tell us a little about your project and one of our technology consultants will help you achieve the best combination of bang for your buck!
Instant Online Pricing. This is exactly what it says on the tin, if you know what you want then let our online price calculator and ordering service work for you.
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Upload Data for a Bespoke Quote
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General Question
Technical Section
SLA Machine Sizes at MNL
Available Materials
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Examples of Other Projects involving SLA 3D Printed Parts
Explore many different projects where SLA 3D printing has played a part. Various projects from components used straight from the machine, through to fully finished exhibition quality models, not just clear parts.
