Formlabs introduces Form Studio 1--the world's most affordable professional resin 3D printer, bringing professional-grade printing to more creators than ever
Form Studio 1, along with Form Studio Wash+Cure and six new low-odor, skin-safe resins, are available today, starting at unprecedented pricing of $699 and $29 per liter for resins
SOMERVILLE, Mass., Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Formlabs, the world's leading supplier of professional SLA and SLS 3D printing systems, today introduced Form Studio 1, the world's most affordable resin 3D printer that delivers professional grade quality, speed, and reliability at a fraction of the cost of today's solutions. As the first resin 3D printer to earn UL GREENGUARD Gold Certification when used with Formlabs Alpha Resins and Formlabs VOC Extractor, Form Studio 1 can be safely used in locations without dedicated containment or ventilation equipment, such as small offices, workshops and at-home settings.
Form Studio 1 was built from the ground up as an end-to-end ecosystem that lowers the price barrier for new users, but still delivers the high performance that professional users demand. Featuring an all-new print engine based on Formlabs' proven Low Force Display™ (LFD), Form Studio 1 uses a custom lens array and 28 LEDs that deliver a uniform, highly collimated 6 mW/cm² light field that cures resin quickly and evenly. 35 µm pixels and finely tuned anti-aliasing capture subpixel detail, while lower peel forces and light-touch supports leave smooth, clean surfaces.
"We started Formlabs to build the Form 1 and make professional resin printing accessible to more people," said Maxim Lobovsky, co-founder and CEO of Formlabs. "Form Studio 1 takes that ambition to the next level. Affordability matters, but so does getting great parts without hours of tuning. We want anyone—from an engineer to someone exploring a new hobby—to spend more time making things and less time figuring out their printer."
Form Studio 1 Highlights
- Blazing fast: Prints most jobs in less than 2 hours
- Safe printing: Delivers skin-safe prints and rigorously tested for volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
- Amazing detail: Produces ultra sharp definition and flawlessly smooth surfaces
- Less waste, less time: Achieves 98% print success*
- Easy to use: Features an intuitive workflow suitable for all skill levels, user-friendly resin cartridges with automatic dispensing and heating, and a flexible build platform with Quick Release Technology for hassle-free print removal
- Open: Optional Resin Tank Pro has a highly durable and chemically resistant tank film that enables printing a wide range of third-party materials
Independently Verified for Safe Indoor Printing: UL GREENGUARD Gold Certified
Form Studio 1 is designed to run safely in shared indoor spaces. A fully enclosed print chamber and low-odor Alpha Resin formulations make it suitable right out of the box for use without a tent, enclosure, or dedicated ventilation. For an added layer of protection, users can pair it with Formlabs VOC Extractor, reducing total emissions even further to less than 220 µg/m³ as defined by the UL 2819 GREENGUARD Gold standard, for maximum peace of mind.
Six New Alpha Resins Certified for Long-Term Skin Contact – starting at $29 per liter
Alpha resins deliver rich colors and transparency, crisp details and functional mechanical properties for a wide range of applications – from very fine detailed models with Alpha Model resin to ultra fast printing prototypes with Alpha Fast resin, Formlabs' fastest resin ever.
Available in Grey, White, Black, Clear, Model and Fast, all Alpha Resins are safe for long-term (>30 day) skin contact in accordance with ISO 10993, meaning printed parts are non-cytotoxic, non-irritating, and non-sensitizing after recommended post-processing.
Availability and Pricing
Form Studio 1 is available for order worldwide today, starting at $699 with shipping beginning globally on November 16, 2026. Alpha Resins start at $29 per liter. The Form Studio 1 Founder's Edition is available in graphite and in three limited colorways — aqua, teal, and violet — through November 30, 2026, or while supplies last. Further details are available at formlabs.com/3d-printers/form-studio-1/
Also Now Available: Form Studio Wash+Cure, PreForm Mobile App and more
Form Studio Wash+Cure is a compact, affordable, all-in-one post-processing unit that handles both washing and curing for Form Studio 1 prints.
VOC Extractor is a compact add-on compatible with Form Studio 1 and Form 4 that reduces VOC levels during printing.
Form Mobile App monitors and controls print jobs on Form Studio 1, Form 4 and Form 4L from anywhere, streaming the live camera feed and job status and sending a notification when a print finishes or needs attention.
'Projects' in PreForm lets users manage multiple build volumes inside a single project, automatically staging parts and optimizing layouts across platforms before printing.
Nylon 11 Pro Powder offers over three times the elongation at break of Nylon 12. Compatible with the Fuse X1 and the Fuse 1+ 30W, Nylon 11 Pro Powder can be used for end-use parts that bend and absorb impact such as snap fits, living hinges, thin-walled enclosures, and orthotics.
Form Now, Formlabs' on-demand 3D printing service that delivers professional SLA and SLS parts in as little as 2 days in the United States, is now accessible directly on the web or from PreForm, enabling users to seamlessly order across an extensive catalog of more than 28 engineering-grade materials. now.formlabs.com
About Formlabs
Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass., with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the largest professional 3D printing company founded since the 1980s, with annual revenues surpassing $250 million. Formlabs customers have printed more than 500 million parts across industries ranging from engineering and manufacturing to healthcare and consumer products. Formlabs' products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, best-in-class software, and over 45 materials to suit dozens of applications. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world's Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.
*Form Studio 1 shows comparable print success rate to Form 4 which third party testing has measured at 98.7%, Form Studio 1 reliability testing in progress
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