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**Author:** [@SMute](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/SMute)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 4:45pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/editing-labels-thank-you/46873 "2026-09-24T16:45:06Z")
Looks like I can now edit labels of saved and re opened print jobs in perform! This is saving me so much time. Awesome and thank you team! --- ## [Desktop sized solvent recyclers](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/desktop-sized-solvent-recyclers/46869)
**Author:** [@BurchOrtho](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/BurchOrtho)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 3:02pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/desktop-sized-solvent-recyclers/46869 "2026-09-24T15:02:20Z")
Anyone aware of any solvent recyclers that are capable of distilling IPA and can fit on a desk? Safe to use indoors? Isn’t 5k+ USD? I can’t seem to find any and a lot of the larger ones are far too big for my tiny lab. … --- ## [Group Queue Popup - Dashboard](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/group-queue-popup-dashboard/46872)
**Author:** [@Morin3D](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/Morin3D)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 10:35am UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/group-queue-popup-dashboard/46872 "2026-09-24T10:35:25Z")
Is there a way to disable this popup? Every time I open preform and go to dashboard I have to close it before using the dashboard. It’s kind of annoying --- ## [Repeated Perimeter Melting in Fuse 1 -- Build Chamber Gets Stuck](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/repeated-perimeter-melting-in-fuse-1-build-chamber-gets-stuck/46344)
**Author:** [@Seunghoon](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/Seunghoon)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 8:44am UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/repeated-perimeter-melting-in-fuse-1-build-chamber-gets-stuck/46344 "2026-09-24T08:44:35Z")
Hi everyone, We are experiencing a persistent perimeter melting / over-sintering issue with our Formlabs Fuse 1. Symptoms Powder at the perimeter over-sinters and hardens This hardened mass physically blocks the b… --- ## [Black V5 Resin Becoming Soft and Easily Damaged After Form Wash Solution — Anyone Else Experiencing This?](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/black-v5-resin-becoming-soft-and-easily-damaged-after-form-wash-solution-anyone-else-experiencing-this/46389)
**Author:** [@Eluna32](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/Eluna32)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 11:04pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/black-v5-resin-becoming-soft-and-easily-damaged-after-form-wash-solution-anyone-else-experiencing-this/46389 "2026-09-23T23:04:47Z")
We recently invested heavily into the full Formlabs ecosystem (Form 4, Form Wash, Form Cure, Black V5 resin, etc.) and have been struggling with a major issue where our Black V5 parts become extremely soft, easily scratc… --- ## [Fuse+1 Optical Cassette](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/fuse-1-optical-cassette/46723)
**Author:** [@AntHope](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/AntHope)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 8:58pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/fuse-1-optical-cassette/46723 "2026-09-23T20:58:19Z")
Hi all! Just wondering if anyone has had the issue shown in the image above. This speckling is on the INSIDE (laser side) of the optical cassette, is always in roughly the same place and is effecting print quality. I… --- ## [Used Fuse 1 setup for sale, including sift, blast, and extras](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/used-fuse-1-setup-for-sale-including-sift-blast-and-extras/46744)
**Author:** [@SGFmatt](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/SGFmatt)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 6:15pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/used-fuse-1-setup-for-sale-including-sift-blast-and-extras/46744 "2026-09-22T18:15:56Z")
I’ve got a used Fuse 1 setup for sale. Turnkey and ready to print. Located in coastal Mississippi, about an hour east of New Orleans. Asking $30k. I used this printing setup for my business that recently closed, and now… --- ## [Nylon 12 GF: Clumps in Powder and Unusual Foil Seals on New Delivery](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/nylon-12-gf-clumps-in-powder-and-unusual-foil-seals-on-new-delivery/46849)
**Author:** [@KuemmeMl](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/KuemmeMl)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 9:58am UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/nylon-12-gf-clumps-in-powder-and-unusual-foil-seals-on-new-delivery/46849 "2026-09-22T09:58:17Z")
Hello everyone, We recently received a new shipment of Nylon 12 GF and noticed a few unusual things. Several of the containers have aluminum foil seals that appear discolored (gold-colored), as if they had been exposed… --- ## [Reddit Contest: Show Us Your Biggest Print Disaster and What You Learned](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/reddit-contest-show-us-your-biggest-print-disaster-and-what-you-learned/46866)
**Author:** [@Sophia\_M](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/Sophia_M)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 2:29pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/reddit-contest-show-us-your-biggest-print-disaster-and-what-you-learned/46866 "2026-09-21T14:29:25Z")
Hey everyone, If you’ve ever had a disastrous print that really hammered in a lesson on what not to do - now is your chance to gain more from it than just wisdom! We’ve recently launched an official Formlabs Subreddit,… --- ## [PreForm and SolidWorks 2026 SLDPRT files](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/preform-and-solidworks-2026-sldprt-files/46818)
**Author:** [@Coreys\_Formlabs](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/Coreys_Formlabs)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 1:26pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/preform-and-solidworks-2026-sldprt-files/46818 "2026-09-21T13:26:19Z")
I just updated the version of SolidWorks I’m running to SW 2026 (from SW 2024). Much to my chagrin, I discovered that PreForm doesn’t currently support drag-and drop import of SW 2026 part files. I had been running SW … --- ## [Enabling Custom Squish](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/enabling-custom-squish/43729)
**Author:** [@CCWP](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/CCWP)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 3:38am UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/enabling-custom-squish/43729 "2026-09-21T03:38:41Z")
We’ve been having some dimensional issues with our Form4B (material: BioMed Clear V1) at work and one of the settings that I want to change is the ‘Squish Wait’. But when ever I enable Custom Squish, without changing any… --- ## [No update for the Formlabs Form Cure L v1?](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/no-update-for-the-formlabs-form-cure-l-v1/46753)
**Author:** [@BILLUCAS](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/BILLUCAS)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 11:51am UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/no-update-for-the-formlabs-form-cure-l-v1/46753 "2026-09-18T11:51:16Z")
Hello Formlabs, Since I bought the Form Cure L v1, we don’t have update for new resins… Could it be possible to send a new update please? Thank you. Firmware downloads and release notes | Formlabs Form Cure L V1 Ve… --- ## [Form4 Elastic 50A discoloured in tank](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/form4-elastic-50a-discoloured-in-tank/46115)
**Author:** [@MurphKieran](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/MurphKieran)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 6:49am UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/form4-elastic-50a-discoloured-in-tank/46115 "2026-09-17T06:49:20Z")
I loaded a bottle of Elastic 50A into my Form 4 less than seven days ago into a brand new tank with mixer. I printed several models with great success and got my desired white/clear post-processing results. I sent anothe… --- ## [Form 4 LPU Lifetime: From Layers to Fluence — How End of Life Is Actually Determined](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/form-4-lpu-lifetime-from-layers-to-fluence-how-end-of-life-is-actually-determined/46863)
**Author:** [@Nihal\_Drotsa](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/Nihal_Drotsa)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 8:53pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/form-4-lpu-lifetime-from-layers-to-fluence-how-end-of-life-is-actually-determined/46863 "2026-09-16T20:53:00Z")
Our recent discussions with Formlabs Services Engineering team has lead to a much clearer explanation of how Form 4 LPU lifetime and end of life are determined. Earlier Form 4 material described LPU lifetime primarily t… --- ## [Form 3, Clear Resin v4 - Significant warping/bulging at the bottom of prints](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/form-3-clear-resin-v4-significant-warping-bulging-at-the-bottom-of-prints/46862)
**Author:** [@ElCour](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/ElCour)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 8:58am UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/form-3-clear-resin-v4-significant-warping-bulging-at-the-bottom-of-prints/46862 "2026-09-16T08:58:06Z")
Hi. We use a Form 3 printer in our lab with Clear V4 resin. I have noticed recently that it tends to bulge at the bottom of the print (towards the build plate). This has only become important recently, which is why I ha… --- ## [Tiny holes (bubbles?) at surface of prints](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/tiny-holes-bubbles-at-surface-of-prints/46487)
**Author:** [@DKodiak](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/DKodiak)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 8:16pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/tiny-holes-bubbles-at-surface-of-prints/46487 "2026-09-15T20:16:59Z")
Hello Formlabs community, I seem to have an issue with my prints, especially with White V5 resin. At first, the parts look good but as soon as I start to sand them at the surface layers to clear the print lines, tiny ho… --- ## [Form 4L: Recommended workflow for switching resins with the Resin Pumping System](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/form-4l-recommended-workflow-for-switching-resins-with-the-resin-pumping-system/46861)
**Author:** [@Jpena\_Vertec](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/Jpena_Vertec)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 7:36pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/form-4l-recommended-workflow-for-switching-resins-with-the-resin-pumping-system/46861 "2026-09-15T19:36:14Z")
Hi everyone, I’m using a Form 4L and would like clarification on the recommended workflow for switching between resins with the Resin Pumping System. I found last year’s USB C Ports on 4L discussion, which explains tha… --- ## [Cost Optimization Over Process Integrity — A Warning to Buyers](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/cost-optimization-over-process-integrity-a-warning-to-buyers/46232)
**Author:** [@Edouardh](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/Edouardh)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 5:52pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/cost-optimization-over-process-integrity-a-warning-to-buyers/46232 "2026-09-15T17:52:49Z")
Summary Formlabs’ transition from rigid powder cartridges to flexible powder bags is presented as a minor logistical improvement. In practice, it fundamentally degrades the Fuse ecosystem at multiple levels: process con… --- ## [Melted seal](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/melted-seal/45440)
**Author:** [@KuemmeMl](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/KuemmeMl)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 7:31pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/melted-seal/45440 "2026-09-14T19:31:27Z")
Hello everyone, during the last start of the printing process in our Fuse1, the seal of the Build Chamber melted. Has this ever happened to you? What could be the cause of this? --- ## [Fuse 1+ X/Y calibration error](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/fuse-1-x-y-calibration-error/46860)
**Author:** [@Code4Defense](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/Code4Defense)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 6:05pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/fuse-1-x-y-calibration-error/46860 "2026-09-14T18:05:53Z")
I recently purchased a Fuse 1+ 30 watt from an authorized reseller. Every print i have done has had a significant error in the Y axis. I started by printing the temperature calibration twice (once at -2) followed by the … --- ## [Form 3L not initializing](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/form-3l-not-initializing/36753)
**Author:** [@SteveB](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/SteveB)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 3:05pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/form-3l-not-initializing/36753 "2026-09-14T15:05:41Z")
Hi, my form 3L when powered on comes up with the logo on the screen with the loading bar bellow it the fan comes on but it stays in this state. It does not start initializing. I have been in touch and was told to try a f… --- ## [Small miniature failures - Post Expose Cure Wait / Squish Intensity made a huge difference](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/small-miniature-failures-post-expose-cure-wait-squish-intensity-made-a-huge-difference/46855)
**Author:** [@pkwietniak](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/pkwietniak)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 7:22pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/small-miniature-failures-post-expose-cure-wait-squish-intensity-made-a-huge-difference/46855 "2026-09-11T19:22:49Z")
I print quite a lot of small miniatures with very thin/delicate parts – arms, hands, swords, etc. – and recently I started getting a lot of failed prints. The typical failure is that one part of the model simply doesn’t… --- ## [What features do you want to see in PreForm in 2026?](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/what-features-do-you-want-to-see-in-preform-in-2026/45702)
**Author:** [@henryqiu](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/henryqiu)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 9:55am UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/what-features-do-you-want-to-see-in-preform-in-2026/45702 "2026-09-11T09:55:41Z")
Hello forum users! We’re always planning what’s next for PreForm and would love your ideas and to start discussions around them here! What features do you wish PreForm had? (Ideas from other slicers, 3D apps, or any in… --- ## [At what point does a prototype need to be redesigned for injection molding?](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/at-what-point-does-a-prototype-need-to-be-redesigned-for-injection-molding/46850)
**Author:** [@kingepoxyemblem](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/kingepoxyemblem)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 5:52am UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/at-what-point-does-a-prototype-need-to-be-redesigned-for-injection-molding/46850 "2026-09-11T05:52:14Z")
If a printed prototype has already passed fit and functional testing, what are the first design changes you would make before sending it for injection molding? Specifically, how early do you account for things like draf… --- ## [Preform Easter Egg challenge](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/preform-easter-egg-challenge/27348)
**Author:** [@sharpknlfe](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/sharpknlfe)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2026, 7:07pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/preform-easter-egg-challenge/27348 "2026-09-10T19:07:23Z")
from formlabs on twitter a supposed easter egg is hidden; Could this be a clue? Has anyone found it yet? it’s good to take a break seomtimes and hunt for other answers. --- ## [Show elapsed/remaining time during Preprint on the Fuse 1+](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/show-elapsed-remaining-time-during-preprint-on-the-fuse-1/46847)
**Author:** [@raum](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/raum)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2026, 3:49pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/show-elapsed-remaining-time-during-preprint-on-the-fuse-1/46847 "2026-09-10T15:49:11Z")
On our Fuse 1+, the Preprint stage runs a consistent ~1h 8m, but the printer doesn’t display any elapsed or remaining time while it’s in that state. The only way I’ve found to know how far along it is, is to start a stop… --- ## [Updating the native CAD translation engine in PreForm to support SolidWorks 2026 (.SLDPRT) files](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/updating-the-native-cad-translation-engine-in-preform-to-support-solidworks-2026-sldprt-files/46819)
**Author:** [@Coreys\_Formlabs](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/Coreys_Formlabs)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2026, 7:02am UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/updating-the-native-cad-translation-engine-in-preform-to-support-solidworks-2026-sldprt-files/46819 "2026-09-10T07:02:17Z")
When can we expect PreForm to support drag-and-drop importing of SolidWorks 2026 SLDPRT files? The increased workflow friction caused by omission of this key productivity feature when we updated our SolidWorks installat… --- ## [Water washable resin on Form 2 printer](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/water-washable-resin-on-form-2-printer/43351)
**Author:** [@miguelmn3d](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/miguelmn3d)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2026, 2:40am UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/water-washable-resin-on-form-2-printer/43351 "2026-09-10T02:40:33Z")
Hello, I recently tried AnyCubic water washable resin on my Form 2 printer. I honestly didn’t think it would print, given that the heat and mixer bar are disabled when in Open Mode, and the fact I used an old resin tank,… --- ## [Form4 critical mixer failure](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/form4-critical-mixer-failure/46786)
**Author:** [@matthew\_henry](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/matthew_henry)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 8:13pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/form4-critical-mixer-failure/46786 "2026-09-09T20:13:44Z")
Form 4 user here. Got this printer 2 years ago and it worked great for about 6 months. Then it consistently failed on every single print, it can’t get past checking for debris. The flex build platform is colliding wit… --- ## [Prints not sticking to build platform](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/prints-not-sticking-to-build-platform/46650)
**Author:** [@Lantech50](https://forum.formlabs.com/u/Lantech50)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 12:55pm UTC](https://forum.formlabs.com/t/prints-not-sticking-to-build-platform/46650 "2026-09-09T12:55:48Z")
replaced the LPU and calibrated the z-axis using the little corner discs (done this a few times already). now the first layers of the supports base is not sticking to the buildplate and the prints are failing [Next page](https://forum.formlabs.com/latest.md?page=1)