FDM 3D Printer or Resin: Which to Choose?
Discover the differences between FDM and resin 3D printers to decide which is the best option for your specific projects and needs.
3D printing isn't as new as it seems. Stereolithography was patented in 1986 by Chuck Hull. What changed was the price.
The open-source revolution
The RepRap project popularized printers that print their own parts, paving the way for Creality, Prusa and Bambu Lab.
Main technologies
- FDM/FFF — fused filament.
- SLA/MSLA — UV-cured resin.
- SLS — powder sintering, industrial.
Just starting? See also What is 3D printing.
