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Can I know the differences between SLA and Material Jetting processes, and which one produces a smoother surface finish?

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Hi there,

Here’s some information on the SLA and MultiJetting processes. MultiJetting uses soluble support material, unlike SLA printing, so won’t leave any mark where support material was used. Both articles have some images of parts printed via each process as well.

I hope this helps!

Best,

Maddie - 3D Hubs

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Hello Maddie, I have read the articles on both SLA and Material Jetting but was hoping for a clearer answer to which option is best for 23mm miniature figurines (similar to DD figures). I understand both options are suitable but I guess what I want to know is which is easier for the person printing? I’d like to set up a regular order of quite a lot of these figurines (I use them to create and sell jewellery) and want to make sure that printing them isn’t going to be tedious for the 3d vendor.

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Hey, thanks for reaching out! Material Jetting would most likely be easier on the print service provider, since this method uses soluble supports. SLA supports have to be manually removed (flush cutters) and then sanded down.

Depending on the level of detail in your designs, SLS or MJF might be an option too (I love the texture these processes produce and have ordered some of my own designs via SLS).

Let me know if you have any more questions!

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Thanks so much, very helpful. MJ it is! :blush:

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