SLA or FDM Printing

Decoding 3D Printing: SLA or FDM?

When it comes to 3D printing, Technast is a leader in the Canadian market. Based in Markham, we serve all across Canada, with a strong presence in Toronto, Mississauga, and the GTA. We offer a range of services including high-precision SLA/FDM/SLS printing, scanning, CAD, reverse engineering, jewelry prototyping, mobile app development, and industrial machine repair.

SLA Printing

SLA (Stereolithography) is a type of 3D printing technology used for creating models, prototypes, patterns, and production parts in a layer by layer fashion using photopolymerization, a process by which light causes chains of molecules to link, forming polymers. Visit our materials page to explore the various materials we use in SLA printing.

FDM Printing

FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) is an additive manufacturing process where a model is built by heating and extruding plastic, pieced together layer by layer. Most commonly used for prototyping, FDM can also be used for small-scale production runs. Check out our FDM printing page for more details.

Choosing Between SLA and FDM Printing

The choice between SLA and FDM printing depends on your project requirements. SLA is known for its high resolution and accuracy, whereas FDM is more cost-effective and offers a greater choice of materials. Contact us at Technast to discuss your project and we can guide you on the best printing method to use.