In this Fun To Do resin review, we look at the settings, properties and quality of print you can expect from the 3D printing material.Fun To Do
is a Dutch company based in the small town of Alkmaar. Photopolymers of this company are distinguished by a high polymerization rate. The resins are also compatible with almost all DLP and SLA 3D printers.
Fun to Do resins have a very low shrinkage percentage (about 0.5%) and a wide range of exposure wavelengths, from 225 to 415 nm. The resins do not produce a pungent odor, unlike most other resins on the market. Moreover, they do not irritate a lot when in contact with skin.
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At the moment, the range includes 5 types of resin: standard, industrial, casting, Snow White (white polymer, with the possibility of adding a pigment), and Deep Black (with carbon particles for high accuracy of models).
Fun to Do Resin Reviews
Below is an overview of the resins produced by Fun to Do.
1. Fun To Do Standard Blend
This is standard, inexpensive resin recommended for beginners. The resin is good for making prototypes or master models.
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This resin has a high cure rate and produces models with high detail. You can use the resin for 3D printing models with a layer of 20 to 50 microns.
The fully cured resin, Fun To Do Standard Blend has a hardness of 35D Shore. This material is available in 3 colors – red, black and natural.
2. Fun to Do Snow White
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is a resin that remains snow white after printing. You can also add one of 4 dyes to the resin (red, blue, yellow or black) to obtain any color and shade. 5 ml of polymer is sufficient for coloring 1 liter of polymer.
The hardness of the fully cured polymer is 83 Shore.
3. Fun to Do Industrial Blend
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is high strength industrial polymer that is ideal for creating functional prototypes. The resin retains its properties at very low and very high temperatures. The material has been tested over a temperature range of -45 ° C to +225 ° C. This makes it one of the few polymers that are ideal for the vulcanization process.
The fully cured polymer has a hardness of 75 Shore D. The resin is available in 3 colors, i.e., red, black and natural.
4. Fun to Do Deep Black
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The Fun to Do Deep Black resin is designed for 3D printing of objects of the highest precision. The resin is a combination of a special mixture with carbon particles, which allows you to print models of the highest resolution. The 3D printed model looks like molded plastic.
The hardness of the fully cured polymer is 81 Shore D. The resin is available in black only.
5. Fun to Do Castable Blend
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The Fun to Do Castable Blend resin is designed for melting and subsequent casting with metals.
The hardness of the fully cured polymer is 73 Shore D.
Here are the casting instructions
- For burning out, place the flask in an oven heated to 150°C for 2 hours.
- Then heat it up to 370°C and keep at this temperature for an hour.
- Heat to 730°C and hold at this temperature for 2 hours.
- Reduce temperature to pouring temperature and wait 1 hour more, then pour.
The polymer is not melted, but burns out. Therefore, the muffle furnace must have ventilation.
This resin is only available in red.
Below are some photos of our models printed with FTD resins.
Wanhao D7. Layer 50 Microns
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the most popular questions about Fun to Do resin properties
How many times can you use a polymer “run-off”?
There are no clear criteria. When printing, part of the pigment passes into the model and a part settles. Just remember to stir the resin before every print.
What is the shelf life and conditions of polymer storage?
There are no restrictions on storage in the bank. The main thing is to shake the polymer well before use. When storing resin in the printer tray, do not expose it to light. Stir the resin well before use (pigment may precipitate).
How can models be glued?
You can glue with ordinary superglue or any other glue for plastics.
What are the printer exposure time settings?
The standard exposure time of layers is 3-5 sec. But the exposure time may vary depending on the power of the projector lamp or laser. For example, for Wanhao 7 it is 12-15 seconds, for Flash Forge Hunter, it 1.8-2 seconds per layer.
The exposure time of the first 3-5 layers (fasteners) is usually up to 5 times longer than the subsequent layers.
When printing models with thin walls, the exposure time should be increased to avoid the possibility of gaps.
Our Thoughts
We tested FTD resin on FlashForge Hunter and Wanhao Duplicator 7 resin 3D printers. The resin is easy to use. It gave stable and good results on both printers. Due to its good fluidity and low viscosity, even very small parts are printed without streaks and roughness.
Another advantage is the high curing speed and low shrinkage. Although, of course, this also depends on the power of the projector of the printer you are printing on.
Finally, the prices of Fun To Do resins are very affordable. The price-quality ratio is proportional.
