Transparent / translucent

Transparent / translucent

Transparent resin is an essential photopolymer material for SLA, DLP, and LCD 3D printing when you want a refined visual finish that reveals the internal details of an object.

Ideal for achieving a glass or crystal effect, translucent resin is commonly used to create visual prototypes, optical components, decorative objects, and technical parts requiring visibility of internal cavities. This is the case, for example, of the Forshape 10K High Transparency Resin.

Thanks to its specific formulation, transparent 3D resin offers a high level of translucency. For optimal results, it is recommended to work with thin layers (less than 50 microns) and limit wall thickness.

A thorough post-processing, including washing with isopropyl alcohol and uniform UV exposure, is essential to improve transparency and eliminate any residual opacity.

Transparent resin and translucent resin: precision and aesthetics

You can also customize your translucent resin by adding suitable colorants such as Ultracur3D pigments/colorants, while preserving the translucency effect. This allows you to create custom-colored parts while benefiting from the unique visual properties of this material type.

Transparent resin for resin 3D printers is ideal for:

• Visualizing internal channels or flows (fluids, air, etc.)
• Creating prototypes or design parts with a "glass" effect
• Printing jewelry parts or highly aesthetic decorative objects
• Manufacturing luminous or optical elements (magnifiers, diffusers)

At Polyfab3D, you will find a wide selection of high-quality translucent resins, compatible with the most common resin 3D printers. Available in 500g or 1kg formats, our transparent resins combine precision, ease of printing, and professional finish.

Why choose transparent or translucent resin for your 3D prints?

Besides their refined visual appearance, these resins offer good mechanical properties and allow the manufacturing of high value-added parts. Whether you are an engineer, designer, jeweler, or precision enthusiast, transparent 3D resin is a strategic choice for your most demanding projects.