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    Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is better for rapid prototyping, building low-cost models, and hobbyist projects where precision and surface finish are not crucial. Stereolithography apparatus (SLA) produces more intricate details and a smoother surface finish ideal for mass production molds but materials may be more brittle. For balancing cost and functionality, FDM is generally more suitable while SLA is best if high precision and smooth finish are top priorities regardless of price.

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    Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is better for rapid prototyping, building low-cost models, and hobbyist projects where precision and surface finish are not crucial. Stereolithography apparatus (SLA) produces more intricate details and a smoother surface finish ideal for mass production molds but materials may be more brittle. For balancing cost and functionality, FDM is generally more suitable while SLA is best if high precision and smooth finish are top priorities regardless of price.

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    Comparision Between FDM & Sla Process

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    Rajnish Kumar
    Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is better for rapid prototyping, building low-cost models, and hobbyist projects where precision and surface finish are not crucial. Stereolithography apparatus (SLA) produces more intricate details and a smoother surface finish ideal for mass production molds but materials may be more brittle. For balancing cost and functionality, FDM is generally more suitable while SLA is best if high precision and smooth finish are top priorities regardless of price.

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    COMPARISION BETWEEN FDM & SLA PROCESS

    Fused Deposition Modeling
    Stereolithography Apparatus
    FDM vs SLA: Which One to Use?

    When to use FDM
    •Rapid prototyping
    •Building low-cost models
    •Great for hobbyists and makers
    •When precision and surface finish isn’t crucial

    When to use SLA
    •When intricate details and/or a very smooth surface finish
    is crucial
    •When strength and durability of the model is not crucial
    (models made from resin may suffer when exposed to the
    sun for extended periods)
    •For creating molds for casting to facilitate mass-
    production (e.g. by jewelry or toy makers)
    CONCLUSION

    If high precision and smooth finish is your top priority and if cost is of no or of minor
    importance for a print job, use an SLA printer. If cost does play a role, use an FDM
    printer.
    For functionality test and checking FDM is more suitable as SLA material is
    thermoset and brittle while FDM material is thermoplastics.

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