Resin (MSLA)

Intermediate

Photopolymer Resin

Photopolymer resin is cured by UV light in MSLA/SLA printers, producing parts with extraordinary surface detail and resolution — far beyond what FDM can achieve. Ideal for miniatures, jewelry, dental models, and anything requiring fine features. Requires post-processing with IPA wash and UV cure.

⚠ IMPORTANT: Dry Your Filament Before Every Print

All filaments — including Resin (MSLA) — absorb moisture from the air. Printing with wet filament causes stringing, bubbling, weak layer adhesion, and poor surface finish. This is the single most overlooked cause of bad prints.

Always dry your filament per the manufacturer's recommendations printed on the spool label before printing, especially if the spool has been open for more than a few days or stored in a humid environment. Read our complete filament drying guide →

About the Temperatures & Speeds Listed Below

The print temperatures and speeds shown on this page are general industry ranges — not a one-size-fits-all prescription. Every printer brand and model has different capabilities. A Bambu Lab X1C can print PLA at 500 mm/s; an Ender 3 with a Bowden extruder performs best at 40–80 mm/s.

Always follow your specific printer manufacturer's recommended settings and the temperature range printed on your filament spool label. Start at the lower end of the range and dial in from there.

Material Properties

Strength7/10

Flexibility2/10

Heat Resistance5/10

Printability7/10

Best For

Miniatures & figurines
Jewelry
Dental models
High-detail prototypes
Cosplay accessories

Avoid For

Large structural parts
Outdoor UV exposure
Food contact without food-safe resin

Pro Tips

01Always wear nitrile gloves — uncured resin is a skin irritant
02Wash prints in IPA for 2–3 minutes, then UV cure for 2–5 minutes
03Keep resin at 20–25°C for best results
04Shake the bottle before each use to mix pigment

Print Speed by Printer Tier

Print speeds vary dramatically by printer. The speeds listed in product specs (like "500 mm/s") are maximum capabilities — not recommended everyday speeds. Use this table as a general guide and always follow your printer manufacturer's recommended settings.

High-End (Bambu X1C, P2S, H2D)

Print Speed: 150–300 mm/s

High-acceleration direct-drive systems. Follow manufacturer slicer presets.

Mid-Range (Bambu A1/A1 Mini, Prusa MK4, Creality K1)

Print Speed: 60–150 mm/s

Good performance at moderate speeds. Follow slicer presets for best results.

Entry-Level (Ender 3 series, Bowden extruders)

Print Speed: 30–60 mm/s

Start slow and tune up. Follow your printer manufacturer's recommended settings.

Quick Specs

Print TempN/A

Bed TempN/A

Cost / kg$25–$60

EnclosureNot Required

DryingRecommended

DifficultyIntermediate

Drying Note: Even filaments marked "Not Required" benefit from drying if the spool has been open or stored in a humid area. When in doubt, dry it.

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