Do I need to heat the resin before printing?

All print resins will have a stated temperature range that the material needs to be within when printing, to guarantee that the printed model will perform per the manufacturer’s stated tolerances. Printing with resin that’s outside of its recommended temperature range can affect the viscosity of the resin causing prints coming out either under or…

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Do I need to run an extractor for the fumes when printing?

Some resins do produce pronounced fumes either when opened or curing, and some printers have built-in air filters to alleviate them. Typically, ensuring that the printer is in a well-ventilated area should be sufficient without needing to run an external extractor, though you should always consult the instructions for the resin you’re using for any…

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What precautions do I need to take when handling resin?

This will vary slightly depending on the resin, any specific hazard warnings will be displayed on the resin’s label. However, there are general rules applicable to the storing and handling of all print resins; the resin should be stored away from direct sources of heat, gloves and eye protection should be worn when handling open…

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How can I tell if iQprint® is compatible with my printer?

The printer manufacturer’s website should list all the print resins validated for use with that model printer. However, there are also a lot of printers on the market that allow you to input custom exposure settings in the slicing software, which will allow you to use non-validated third-party resins. You will need to ensure that…

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