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Reply To: print cost SLA vs FDM ?

April 30, 2020 at 2:39 pm #1520638

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If you download a slicer like PrusaSlicer you can put in the cost of a bottle of Resin or a spool of PLA and then slice a model of your choice. It will give you print time and cost for that model. Cura will do the same.

Resin has the additional cost of gloves, cleaning material (denatured alcohol or IPA), curing box, filters and other protective gear.

On a per kg basis, Resin is more expensive. Over time the difference has been coming down. At least in the US you can find a bottle of resin @ 500ml for $25 1 kg of GOOD PLA is $25 and Cheap PLA is $19