Formlabs Finishing Tools

Curated professional toolkit for superior SLA surface finishing

The Formlabs Finishing Tools kit is a premium, engineer-validated set of solutions designed to elevate the quality of your SLA 3D prints. This curated selection of tools streamlines the entire post-processing workflow—from the initial removal of supports to advanced sanding, buffing, and polishing. By significantly reducing manual labour time and cost per part, this kit allows you to transform "green" resin models into professional, high-fidelity prototypes with industrial-grade surface finishes.

Whether you are creating multi-piece functional assemblies with adjoining parts or aesthetic "looks-like" models for client presentations, having the right tool for the job is essential. This kit provides specialised solutions for smoothing planes and edges, clearing internal channels, and achieving a brilliant shine on clear resins, ensuring every print meets the highest standards of the Formlabs professional ecosystem.

What is included in the kit?

• Ergonomic Pen Sander: Ideal for creating a perfectly uniform surface finish on flat and gently curved parts.
• Rotary Tool: A versatile tool for removing stubborn support marks and enlarging holes or features.
• Rotary Tool Bit Kit (28 Pieces): Includes 16 grinding/polishing bits and 12 buffing bits for various stages of surface refinement.
• Flush Cutters: High-precision cutters for the clean removal of support tips.
• Hobby Knife and Blades: For the surgical removal of individual support structures in delicate areas.
• Spray Bottle: For dispensing IPA or water to clear dust, or mineral oil to polish surfaces to a high gloss.
• Microfiber Cloth: Essential for removing fine dust from sanded or polished components.
• Large Silicone Mat (40 x 60 cm): Protects your workbench from resin, dust, and scratches during the finishing process.

Common applications:

• Functional Assemblies: Ensuring precise fits between adjoining parts by smoothing contact surfaces.
• Looks-like Prototypes: Achieving a production-ready appearance for product development stages.
• High-Fidelity Models: Perfecting intricate textures and superior surface aesthetics.
• Internal Channels: Using specialised bits to clear and finish hard-to-reach negative features.

Why choose this kit?

• Tested Performance: Formlabs tested hundreds of workflows to select the most efficient and practical tools for SLA users.
• Lower Cost Per Part: Faster post-processing drives down production costs and increases overall workshop efficiency.
• Complete Solution: Provides everything needed for finishing in a single, professional package.

Compatibility:

These tools are compatible with all SLA 3D printed materials across the Form 4, Form 3, and Form 2 series.