Post-processing with the Fuse ecosystem
Formlabs’ Fuse ecosystem delivers fast and cost-effective SLS 3D printing of finished industrial-grade end-use parts. Thanks to an efficient and automated workflow, you receive finished parts in just 15 minutes after printing.
Fuse Sift
Fuse Blast
Formlabs Fuse Sift
The compact SLS pre-processing, post-processing and powder recovery station for the Formlabs Fuse 1
The Formlabs Fuse Sift is an all-in-one station that combines several work steps. With the Form Sift, parts are cleaned, powder is extracted, recovered and material is stored and mixed in one device. This ensures safe, clean and efficient powder management. This compact, free-standing machine combines all the central functions of SLS 3D printing pre- and post-processing, as well as powder recovery.
The best support for an SLS 3D printer
The Fuse Sift completes the workflow of the affordable, intuitive Formlabs Fuse 1 SLS 3D printer.
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Secure, closed system
The Formlabs Fuse Sift uses a vacuum system to keep the powder inside the machine. At the same time, easy access to the parts and easy cleaning are guaranteed.
Dimensions of the Fuse Sift
1.0 × 0.6 × 1.9 m
Minimal material loss
The Formlabs Nylon 12 has a material refresh rate of 30%. This means that you can print with 70% recycled powder – as often as you like. A sieve is built into the Formlabs Fuse Sift. The sieved powder is then mixed with new powder. It can then be reused for printing.
Refresh rate nylon 12
30%
Powder mixer
The Fuse Sift automatically fills the build chamber with used and new powder. This can then be mixed at the Fuse Sift. This minimizes waste and the powder supply can be controlled.
Uninterrupted SLS 3D printing
The modular build chambers reduce downtimes. After approx. 1-2 hours after printing, the cooled powder cartridge can be exchanged between the Fuse 1 and the Fuse Sift. This allows you to start the next print and ensures a cyclical non-stop workflow.
A complete set of tools
The Fuse Sift contains a set of finishing tools that allow you to easily remove excess powder from parts.
- Tooth cleaner
- Brush attachment for vacuum cleaner
- Crevice nozzle for vacuum cleaner
- Large brush
- 2 small brushes
- Pipe cleaner
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Fuse Blast
Process your prints into final product quality parts within 15 minutes with the fully automated cleaning and polishing system.
The Fuse Blast is a fully automated and easy-to-use cleaning and polishing system for the post-processing of SLS 3D printed parts. The Fuse Blast fits seamlessly into the ecosystem of the Fuse series and optimizes your finishing processes by making it possible to clean an entire construction chamber of parts within 30 minutes. With the optional polishing extension*, the Fuse Blast produces a smooth, semi-gloss finish that is ready for painting.
* Optional extension, available from the end of 2024.
Automated cleaning
The best solution for effortless cleaning of printed parts with the Fuse Blast. With 100% automatic post-processing, you can clean an entire build chamber full of parts in just 10 minutes with preset programs that save you trial and error.
Versatile manual options
Switch between automatic, manually assisted or manually controlled mode to ensure thorough cleaning of parts of all sizes and geometries.
Parts in end product quality
Achieve tangibly clean parts thanks to an in-line ionizer that prevents dust and abrasive re-deposition on your parts, or go one step further with the polishing function* for a smooth, semi-gloss finish that’s ready for painting.
* Optional extension, available from the end of 2024.
Save time and money
Reduce your operating costs with the Fuse Blast’s waste filter system. This significantly reduces the powder saturation of the blast media, extends the service life by four to eight times and reduces the working time for parts removal in the Fuse Sift by 80% at the same time.
Technical specifications
Fuse Sift
Fuse Blast
Printer compatibility
SLS 3D printer from the Fuse series
Minimum dimensions for easy access (W × D × H)
221.1 × 122 × 218 cm
Product dimensions (W × D × H)
101.5 × 61.0 × 154.5 cm
Height when open: 190 cm
Weight of the product
93 kg (without construction chamber or powder)
Hopper capacity
Hopper capacity for fresh powder: 17 liters
Hopper capacity for recycled powder: 18 liters
Operating environment
18-26 ºC
≤ 30 % humidity
Ventilation
Vacuum hood with replaceable HEPA filter
Independent ventilation system
Power requirement ¹
230 V alternating current, 7.5 A (separate circuit)
Power requirement ²
230 V alternating current, 10 A (separate circuit)
Requirements for vacuum cups
An earthed and electrically connected additional vacuum cup with antistatic components (e.g. compliant with NFPA 652)
Compressed air requirements
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Connectivity
WLAN (2.4 GHz)
Ethernet (1000 Mbit)
USB 2.0
WLAN connectivity
Protocol: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Supported encryption standards: WPA/WPA2
Ethernet connectivity
RJ-45 Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T) LAN connection. Connection via a shielded Ethernet cable (not included): at least Cat5 or Cat5e/Cat6 for 1000BASE-T.
USB connectivity
USB-B port (Rev. 2.0) with a USB-A-B cable
Sound emission
Maximum 76.5 dB(A)
Product control
Interactive touchscreen, push buttons
Dimensions of the construction chamber
27.9 × 34.2 × 48.9 cm
Weight of the construction chamber
11 kg (17.6 kg full with 20 % compacted powder)
Accessories included in the scope of delivery
Large brush
2 small brushes
Pipe cleaner
Tooth cleaner
Gloves
Dust mask
Safety goggles
Brush attachment for vacuum cleaner
Crevice nozzle for vacuum cleaner
Lifting straps
Printer compatibility
SLS 3D printers from the Fuse series
Printer for powder bed fusion from third-party suppliers
Minimum dimensions for easy access (W × D × H)
145 × 150 × 210 cm
Product dimensions (W × D × H)
100 × 75 × 175 cm
Height when open: 195 cm
Weight of the product
164 kg (without abrasive)
Feed hopper capacity
Blasting medium container capacity: 8.3 l, corresponds to 13 kg glass medium of 200-300 µm size
Waste container capacity: 10.6 l
Operating environment
10-36 ºC
Up to 2286 m altitude
Ventilation
Vacuum hood with replaceable HEPA filter
Independent ventilation system
Power requirement ¹
230 V alternating current, 3 A (no separate circuit or suction cup required)
Energy requirement ²
–
Requirements for vacuum cups
No vacuum cup required
Compressed air requirements
Supply at least 285 SLPM at 6 bar.
Regulate the pressure supply between 6 and 8 bar.
This is usually achieved using a 4 HP compressor.
Connectivity
WLAN (2.4 GHz)
Ethernet (1000 Mbit)
USB 2.0
WLAN connectivity
Protocol: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac
Frequency: 2.4 GHz / 5.0 GHz
Supported encryption standards: WPA/WPA2
Ethernet connectivity
RJ-45 Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T) LAN connection. Connection via a shielded Ethernet cable (not included): at least Cat5 or Cat5e/Cat6 for 1000BASE-T.
USB connectivity
USB-C port (Rev. 2.0) with a USB-A-C or USB-C-C cable
Sound emission
Maximum 75 dB(A)
Product control
Interactive touchscreen, foot pedals for manual control
Dimensions of the construction chamber
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Weight of the construction chamber
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Accessories included in the scope of delivery
Transfer container
Control pedals
Antistatic wrist strap
7 mm socket wrench
Nozzle head of the blasting gun (3 mm)
Nozzle head of the blasting gun (4 mm – installed)
T20 screwdriver
Floor mat
Diameter of the drum
450 mm internal diameter
(can accommodate a full production volume)
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SLS materials
Fuse 1+ 30W Package
Fuse Blast
Fuse Sift
