Looking for an Alternative to the Formlabs Wash L and Cure L?
Recently, we’ve seen an increase in engineers and manufacturers searching for alternatives to the Formlabs Wash L and Cure L post-processing stations, especially when they have multiple Formlabs machines producing parts. As resin 3D printing scales from prototyping to production, many teams start to run into cost, safety, and operational limitations with traditional wash systems.
Why Are Resin 3D Printing Wash Solutions So Expensive?
Most resin 3D printing wash stations are expensive because they must solve two key challenges:
- Consistent agitation of parts for a controlled period of time
- Safe agitation of flammable liquids, typically isopropyl alcohol (IPA)
Designing systems that can reliably agitate high volumes of IPA without electrical ignition risk is a major reason prices remain high for traditional SLA post-processing equipment.
The Hidden Problems with IPA-Based Washing
While IPA is commonly used for resin washing, it introduces several ongoing issues:
- Flammability risks, especially in electrically powered wash stations
- Evaporation losses, increasing operating costs
- Low resin saturation limits, requiring frequent solvent replacement
- Increased regulatory and safety compliance burdens
These drawbacks often push users to look for safer and more scalable alternatives.
Why Pivot Uses a Fully Pneumatic Wash Solution: The ACE Wash Tank
To address these challenges, Pivot developed a fully pneumatic resin wash station, our ACE Wash Tank. By eliminating electrical components from the wash process, pneumatic agitation significantly reduces the risks associated with washing parts in flammable solvents like IPA.
Unlike ultrasonic cleaners or electrically driven agitators, which can pose safety concerns in high-IPA environments, pneumatic systems are inherently safer and more reliable for industrial resin 3D printer post-processing.
Introducing the ACE Wash Solution: IPA-Free and Non-Flammable
Safety and efficiency don’t stop at hardware. That’s why Pivot also developed ACE Wash, a non-flammable, environmentally friendly resin wash solution designed to replace IPA entirely.
ACE Wash:
- Is non-flammable
- Reduces solvent loss from evaporation
- Effectively removes uncured resin from SLA and DLP printed parts
Together, Pivot’s pneumatic ACE wash tank and ACE Wash solution provide a safer, more sustainable alternative to traditional resin washing methods.
Looking for a Safer Resin 3D Printing Wash Station?
If you’re evaluating a Formlabs Wash L alternative or want to move away from IPA-based post-processing altogether, Pivot offers industrial-grade resin wash solutions designed for safety, performance, and scalability.
