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Fuse 1+ 30W Offers Production Ready Parts
In today’s fast-paced world, speed is everything. Unfortunately, traditional manufacturing can take weeks or even months, primarily due to long lead times for tooling, molds, and assembly. However, 3D printing effectively eliminates these barriers, consequently enabling engineers and manufacturers to go from design to finished product in just days. Therefore, whether you’re prototyping or producing end-use parts, industrial-grade 3D printing not only accelerates the entire process but also significantly reduces costs.
The “Design Freeze” Nightmare
Traditional molds take 6–12 weeks to create. In that time, the market moves. Additive manufacturing allows for “Version 2.0” to be printed while “Version 1.0” is still in the field.
Inflexible Iteration
Need a slight change to a connector clip? With additive, you just update the CAD file and hit print. A mold would require another 6–12 weeks to create.
Sunk Cost Fallacy
A typical injection mold costs $10K upwards sometimes $100,000 or more for complex, multi-cavity molds. Any design flaw found later becomes a catastrophic expense.
Industrial-Grade Parts Same Day
Use a variety of materials, including Nylons and TPUs, with an open platform for third-party powders.
- Industrial-Grade Parts Same Day
Use a variety of materials, including Nylons and TPUs, with an open platform for third-party powders. - Automated Ecosystem
Streamline your workflow with automated powder management and post-processing for low waste environment. - Compact & Accessible
Get industrial power in a compact, office-friendly design.
The Complete SLS Workflow:
Achieving high-quality, end-use SLS parts involves a streamlined workflow. The Formlabs Fuse ecosystem, including the Fuse 1+ 30W printer and Fuse Sift, simplifies this process for Australian users.
Easily set up your printer and achieve fast printing thanks to the 30W laser. Print same-day prototypes and enable small series manufacturing of durable end-use parts in under 24 hours.
Sift
Our all-in-one powder management station combines part extraction, powder recovery, storage, and mixing in a single device. Fuse Sift will dispense and mix used and new powder automatically so you can reduce waste and control your powder supply
Blast
Clean: Choose between automatic or manual cleaning to deliver professional parts that are clean to the touch.Polish: The Fuse Blast Polishing System allows you to take it to another level with customer-ready parts that exhibit a smooth, semi-gloss surface finish.
Experience SLS Part Performance Firsthand
Don’t purchase system architecture based solely on specifications. Send us a CAD file representing a stress point or assembly test.
Our Melbourne engineers will print your design then ship the physically verified components directly to your address for performance testing.
Strict NDA compliance on all engineering files
Zero charge for initial qualified AU manufacturing entities
How 3D Printing Accelerates Manufacturing
Eliminates Tooling and Molds
First and foremost, traditional manufacturing requires expensive and time-consuming tooling. In contrast, 3D printing creates parts directly from digital designs, thereby completely bypassing the need for custom molds.
Digital Workflow Advantages
This direct process leads to significant digital workflow advantages. For instance, you can simply upload a CAD file and print your part within hours. Furthermore, iterations and design changes are substantially faster and easier because no costly retooling is needed for adjustments.
On-Demand Production
Ultimately, these benefits enable true on-demand production. This means you can respond to market demand in real-time, without the usual delays. As a result, you can also dramatically reduce inventory costs by printing parts only as they are needed.
Industrial Applications with Fuse 1+ 30W
The Fuse 1+ 30W offers exceptional versatility and power. As a result, it is the perfect solution for a wide range of industries:
Aerospace and Automotive
Produce lightweight, high-strength parts for prototyping, tooling, and end-use applications.
Medical and Dental
Create custom surgical guides, medical devices, and anatomical models with biocompatible materials.
Engineering and Manufacturing
Accelerate your product development cycle with rapid prototyping, jigs, fixtures, and custom tooling.
Interested in seeing a sample from this printer?
Send us your CAD file. We will print your design in Nylon 12 or Carbon Fiber and ship it to you so you can test the strength and finish yourself.
From Design to Product in Days, Not Weeks.
Industrial-Grade SLS Printing
Selective Laser Sintering 3D Printing for high-performance nylon and composite materials.
Carbon fiber 3D printer capabilities for stronger, lightweight parts.
High Throughput, Low Waste
Up to 70% material reuse, making it a low-waste 3D printer for sustainable production. Print with Nylon 11, Nylon 12, and carbon-filled Nylon 12 CF for high-end applications.
Cost-Effective & High ROI
A cost-efficient alternative to HP MJF, EOS SLS, and other industrial additive manufacturing printers. Reduce reliance on outsourcinlower per-part costs and faster production.
Technical Specification
Printing Properties
| Technology | Selective Laser Sintering |
| Build volume (W x D x H) | 16.5 x 16.5 x 30 cm 6.5 x 6.5 x 11.8 in |
| Layer thickness | 110 microns 0.004 in |
| Laser Type | Ytterbium Fiber 30W |
| Laser Spot Size (FWHM) | 247 microns 0.0097 in |
| Material Refresh Rate | 30% – 50% |
| Build Chamber | Modular, compatible with Fuse 1 generation printers and Fuse Sift |
| Hopper Capacity | 14.5 Liters |
| Dimensions | 68.5 x 64.5 x 106.5 cm 27 x 25.4 x 41.9 in |
| Supports | No supports |
Software
| Print Preparation | PreForm Desktop Software |
| System Requirements | 16.5 x 16.5 x 30 cm Windows 7 (64-bit) and up Mac OS X 10.12 and up OpenGL 2.1 4 GB RAM (8 GB recommended) |
| Hardware Requirements | Fuse 1 generation 3D printer |
| File Types | .STL or .OBJ FORM file output |
Hardware
| Minimum Access Dimensions (W × D × H) | 125.5 × 149.5 × 187 cm 49.4 × 59.0 × 73.6 in |
| Printer Dimensions (W × D × H) | 64.5 × 68.5 × 107 cm (165.5 cm with stand) 25.4 × 27 × 42 in (65.0 in with stand) |
| Recommended Operating Footprint (W × D × H) | 145.5 × 149.5 × 167.5 cm (49.4 × 59 × 66 in) to allow access to the front and sides of the printer. |
| Stand Dimensions (W × D × H) | 59.6 x 60 x 58.4 cm 23.5 × 23.6 × 23 in |
| Weight | 120 kg (without build chamber or powder) 265 lb (without build chamber or powder) |
| Startup Time | < 60 minutes |
| Operating Environment | 18 – 28 ºC 68 – 82 ºF |
| Internal Temperature | Up to 200 ºC Up to 392 ºF |
| Temperature Control | Quartz Tube Heating Elements Resistive Air Heater |
| Air Handling | Interface to external inert gas supply Pressure controlled two-stage filtration (Replaceable HEPA and carbon mediums) |
| Power Requirements | EU: 230 VAC, 7.5 A (dedicated circuit) US: 120 VAC, 15 A (dedicated circuit) |
| Galvanometers | Formlabs Custom |
| Laser Specifications | Ytterbium Fiber IEC 60825-1: 2014 certified 1070 nm wavelength Maximum 30 Watts 3.24 mrad beam divergence (nominal, full angle) |
| Laser Spot Size (FWHM) | 247 microns .0097 in |
| Radiation Information | The Fuse 1+ 30W is a Class 1 Laser product. Accessible radiation is within Class 1 limits. |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi (2.4GHz + 5GHz) Ethernet (1000 Mbit) USB 2.0 |
| Printer Control | 10.1” interactive touchscreen 1280 × 800 resolution |
| Alerts | Touchscreen alerts and tracking SMS/email via Dashboard Live video feed with computer vision Proactive maintenance alerts |
Frequently Asked Questions About The Fuse 1+ 30W
SLS 3D printing uses lasers to fuse nylon and composite powders into solid, high-performance parts. The result? Exceptional durability and precision for functional, end-use manufacturing.
The Fuse 1+ 30W can print parts in days rather than weeks, dramatically improving production timelines. Batch production is also possible, allowing engineers to quickly produce multiple parts in a single print.
The Fuse 1+ 30W supports a wide range of high-performance materials, from standard nylon and nylon 12 to carbon-filled nylon for added strength.
Furthermore, its compatibility with certified third-party materials provides even greater flexibility, allowing you to adapt and innovate within your manufacturing process.
Yes! The Fuse 1+ 30W is absolutely designed for production-grade parts, offering the strength, precision, and durability required for end-use applications. Indeed, from custom tooling to functional prototypes, this printer consistently delivers exceptional results.
The Fuse 1+ 30W stands out due to its affordable pricing and high throughput. While competitors like HP MJF and EOS SLS may offer higher costs, the Fuse 1+ 30W provides similar performance and material versatility, making it a high-ROI solution for manufacturers.
The Fuse 1+ 30W is ideal for the aerospace, automotive, medical, and manufacturing industries. This is because its ability to produce high-strength parts with short turnaround times makes it perfect for applications requiring fast prototyping, tooling, and functional parts.
The Fuse 1+ 30W is designed to be a low-waste 3D printer. Specifically, with its recyclable materials and the ability to reuse up to 70% of the powder, it is an exceptionally eco-friendly option for large-scale production.
Integrating the Fuse 1+ 30W is straightforward, especially for engineering teams familiar with CAD tools. Its user-friendly software and plug-and-play design ensure smooth integration into your workflow, whether you’re using it for prototyping or production.
Yes, we provide comprehensive support to help you get the most out of your Fuse 1+ 30W. In addition to our technical resources, our team of experts is available for setup assistance, troubleshooting, and training. By doing so, we ensure your 3D printing process runs smoothly from day one.
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