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Resin vs Filament (FDM)
Different tools for different jobs.
Compared
| Resin | Filament | |
|---|---|---|
| Detail | Very fine | Good |
| Surface | Smooth | Visible layer lines |
| Part size | Usually smaller | Often larger |
| Post-processing | Wash, cure, support removal | Support removal |
| Safety needs | Gloves, ventilation, disposal | Ventilation for some plastics |
Choose resin if…
- You print miniatures, jewellery or small detailed models
- Surface finish matters more than size
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