Stereolithography (SLA) 3D Printing Services in the UK

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SLA 3D Printing Services UK

Stereolithography (SLA) is a powerful 3D printing technology that produces extremely accurate and high resolution parts that are capable of being used directly in end-use, low-volume production, or for rapid prototyping. It offers higher resolution printing than many other 3D printing technologies, allowing customers to print parts with fine details and surface finishes.

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Upload your CAD files

Multiple designs for different parts can be imported at the same time to produce a single quote. In less than a minute, a detailed cost estimation appears on the screen.

Choose the process

First, select the manufacturing process you require. You can then choose from over 50 materials and from a wide range of finishes and certifications.

Order your parts online

Once you have selected the required options, all you need to do is confirm the order and pay for it on the secure payment platform. Your design will be analysed by engineers.

Receive your parts

Within a short amount of time, you will receive the parts you ordered directly to your shipping address. You can track your package at any time in your personal account.

Advantages of SLA with Xometry UK

Massive Capacity

We can quickly produce both prototypes and large batches thanks to a larges manufacturing network, with over 2,000 vetted partners.

Fast Production

You will get your 3D printing fast delivered in as fast as 7 days in the UK.

Quality Assurance

We have strong QA procedures, controlled by an in-house team of QA engineers, which allows us to deliver high quality parts. Xometry UK is ISO 9001 certified.

Engineering Check & Status Updates

All designs are checked by engineers before they’re sent for 3D printing. After confirming your order, you will receive status updates on your production.

SLA 3D Printing Materials

Rigid Plastics

Industrial Black, ABS-Like
Industrial Grey, ABS-like
Industrial Heat resistant, PC-like
Industrial Transparent, ABS-like
Industrial White, ABS-like
Silica Glass

Silicone Rubbers

True Silicone

SLA 3D Printing Finishing Options

As-printed

Supported surfaces will be lightly sanded with 220 or 320-grit sandpaper.
Final result:
- The supported surfaces can also be media-blasted to remove the sanding scratches
Quick clear

Clear coat evens out the surface of the part, which allows light to pass through with little distortion.
Final result:
- Enhanced transparency
Custom

If you select a custom finish in the Instant Quoting Engine it will require manual review. Manual quoting usually 1-2 business days.

Notes:

Submitting for manual review with a custom request does not guarantee a quote.

Gallery of SLA prints

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Pros & Cons of SLA 3D Printing

Advantages	Considerations
Smooth surface finish	Only resin / polymer materials
Can print clear/ transparent parts	Limited resistance to UV light if you use resin as the printing material
High precision	More expensive setup => more expensive smaller series
Fast: Xometry can deliver them in just 5 days	Requires support elements

SLA Manufacturing Specifications & Capabilities

	SLA	SLS	HP MJF	FDM	Carbon DLS	DMLS	Polyjet
Lead time	7 days	3 days	3 days	8 days	5 days	10 days	7 days
Build volume	• 145 × 145 × 185 mm (Standard) • 736 x 635 x 533 mm (Industrial)	up to 340 x 340 x 605 mm, but usually, we recommend the maximum size of 320 x 320 x 580 mm	up to 380 x 284 x 380 mm, while we normally recommend the maximum size of 356 x 280 x 356 mm	• 350 x 350 x 350 mm (Standard) • 900 x 600 x 900 mm (Industrial)	up to 119 x 189 x 300 mm. Recommended size: Within 100 x 100 x 150 mm	400 x 400 x 400 mm	up to 490 mm x 391 mm x 200 mm
Layer thickness	min 0.02	~0.1 mm and for water-tight parts 1.5 mm, when wall thickness is higher	~0.08 mm	~0.05-0.3 mm	~0.1 mm	0.02 – 0.08 mm depending on the material	0.04 mm
Minimum feature size	0.2 mm	0.5 mm	0.5 mm	up to 0.2 mm	0.5 mm	0.75 mm for cosmetic features, 1.5 mm for structural features	1.2 mm or greater for rigid. 2 mm or greater for rubber-like
Tolerance	• ±0,5% (±0,2 mm) (Standard) • ±0,5% (±0,15 mm) (Industrial)	±0.3% (± 0.3 mm)	±0.3% (± 0.2 mm)	±0,5% (±0,5 mm) (Standard & Industrial)	±0.1% (±0.1 mm). However, tolerances are not guaranteed on the first attempt at a new design.	±0.2% (±0.1 – 0.2 mm)	±0.1 mm for the first dozens of mm is typical, plus ±0.05 mm for every mm thereafter
Description	A technology that produces extremely accurate and high-resolution parts	One of the most popular and inexpensive technologies for industrial 3D printing	A technology that produces highly accurate and durable parts at fast speeds, especially compared to other powder bed fusion technologies	Widely known for a great material selection, accuracy, and possibility to print large parts	A breakthrough technology that uses digital light projection, programmable liquid resins, and oxygen-permeable optics to produce parts with exceptional durability, resolution, and surface finish	Metal 3D printing technology. Selectively fuses a fine metal powder in aluminium or stainless steel	Polyjet is a rigid photopolymer 3D printing technology that produces high-detailed models
Support structures	Yes, for overhanging features	No	No	Yes, for overhanging features	Yes, for overhanging features	Yes, for overhanging features	Yes, for overhanging features
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