Formlabs IBT Flex Resin, 5L

Formlabs IBT Flex Resin, 5L

The Formlabs IBT Flex Resin, 5L is a specialized, high-performance material designed for digital dentistry, enabling the precise and efficient production of orthodontic appliances. This Class I biocompatible resin is engineered to offer enhanced flexibility, superior strength, and optimal translucency, ensuring reliable clinical outcomes and a comfortable patient experience. Optimized for use with Formlabs SLA printers, this large-volume 5-liter container is ideal for high-throughput dental laboratories and clinics. Please note that utilizing this 5L container requires a Resin Pump for operation, and it serves as the perfect solution for creating seamless indirect bonding trays and direct composite restoration guides.

Why Choose Formlabs IBT Flex Resin?

Clinical Excellence

Dental professionals choose this material because it delivers a robust combination of tear resistance and flexibility. It is specifically formulated to streamline the creation of indirect bonding trays and guides for direct composite restorations. By offering improved accuracy and clarity, the Formlabs IBT Flex Resin ensures that orthodontic procedures are not only faster but also more predictable, reducing chair time and enhancing the overall workflow efficiency.

Enhanced Elongation and Flexibility

Seamless Fit

The mechanical properties of this resin have been fine-tuned to allow for easy intraoral placement and removal. Its high elongation at break ensures that trays remain flexible enough to be manipulated without tearing, yet rigid enough to hold brackets firmly in place. This balance guarantees fast, accurate bracket positioning and ensures that guides seat perfectly on the patient's dentition every time.

Optimized Translucency and Color

Clear Visibility

Visibility is paramount during dental procedures, and this advanced formulation excels in transparency. The crystal-clear nature of the printed parts allows clinicians to easily visualize critical landmarks, such as tooth structure and bracket placement. This optical clarity aids in the precise application of restorative composite materials and ensures that the transfer matches the digital treatment plan exactly.

High Print Accuracy and Predictable Results

Precise Transfer

By optimizing viscoelasticity, this material ensures that the digital set-up is transferred to the clinical scenario with absolute fidelity. The high print accuracy minimizes the need for intraoral adjustments, providing a consistent fit that clinicians can rely on. This predictability is essential for maintaining a smooth workflow and achieving high-quality orthodontic results without unexpected complications.

Certified Biocompatible, FDA Registered

Patient Safety

Safety and compliance are at the core of Formlabs' medical materials. IBT Flex Resin is manufactured in an FDA-registered facility that adheres to strict ISO 13485 standards. Being an MDR-certified and FDA-registered Class I material gives both the clinician and the patient peace of mind, knowing that the product meets rigorous quality management and safety requirements for medical devices.

Applications

Versatile Use

This resin is engineered to provide optimized tear strength and flexibility, resulting in appliances that are simple to plan, straightforward to use, and easy to remove after the procedure. It is the material of choice for specific dental applications that require precision and biocompatibility.

• Indirect bonding trays
• Direct composite restoration guides

Using IBT Flex Resin

Workflow Efficiency

Utilizing Formlabs IBT Flex Resin allows for the creation of flexible, tear-resistant translucent trays that save valuable time. Produced in an ISO Class 8 clean room within an FDA-registered facility, this material is safe for applications involving long-term skin contact and short-term mucosal membrane contact. It is designed to work seamlessly with the Formlabs ecosystem to deliver consistent, professional-grade results.

Printing with IBT Flex Resin

Print Setup

To achieve the best results, ensure your PreForm software is updated before setting up your print job. Proper orientation is key to success; parts should be oriented to preserve fine details, with the intaglio surface facing away from the build platform. For the 200-micron Fast IBT setting, parts should be placed flat without supports. For finer 50 or 100-micron settings, parts can be flat or angled up to 40°. A minimum part thickness of 1 mm is recommended to ensure structural integrity.

Finishing

Wash Process

Post-processing begins with the Form Wash, which agitates the solvent bath to clean the parts effectively. Parts should be washed in 99% Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) according to the recommended time settings. It is critical to ensure that any liquid resin is thoroughly flushed out of hollow models or internal channels. Allow the parts to dry completely before moving on to the curing stage to maintain biocompatibility and mechanical properties.

Post-curing requirements

Essential Curing

To reach its optimal mechanical properties and ensure biocompatibility, the resin requires proper post-curing. Note: For this specific material, parts must be submerged in a glass container of water (at least 500mL) during the curing process. Ensure the parts are fully submerged with no air bubbles trapped on the surfaces to prevent oxygen inhibition and guarantee a complete cure.

Technical Characteristics

• Product Name: Formlabs IBT Flex Resin
• Container Size: 5L (Requires Resin Pump)
• Application: Dental (Class I Biocompatible)
• Printing Technology: SLA
• Type: Elastomeric
• Tensile Strength: 7.2 MPa
• Tensile Modulus: 8 MPa
• Elongation at Break: 135%
• Hardness Shore A: 77 - 80 A
• Transparency (2 mm): 85%
• Disinfection Compatibility: 70% Isopropyl Alcohol for 5 minutes
• Shelf Life: Recommended 24 months
• Printer Compatibility: Form 3B, Form 3BL, Form 4B, Form 4BL
• Resin Tank Compatibility: Form 3 Tank (all), Form 3L Tank (all), Form 4 Tank, Form 4L Tank
• Layer Thickness: 50, 100, 200 microns (depending on printer model)

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