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PreForm’s automatic algorithms set up your print’s layout, orientation, and supports, so anyone on your team can print successfully without specialized training.
PreForm x64 Version 3.47.1.508
Release Date
4/28/2025
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.47.1 — April 28; 2025$$$This release fixes the names of some Beta print settings for Formlabs SLS printers.$$$Windows Download: $$$Mac Download: $$$Improvements:$$$Fixed print settings names for Formlabs SLS printers$$$Compatibility:$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4L: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 4BL: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later
PreForm x64 Version 3.46.1.500
Release Date
4/7/2025
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.46.1 — April 7; 2025$$$This release improves noise mitigation for Form 4 and Form 4L generation printers. It also includes new and improved print settings for Form 3L; Form 4; and Form 4L generation printers.$$$$$$Windows Download: $$$Mac Download: $$$Improvements:$$$Improves printer noise mitigation: In PreForm 3.46.0; Formlabs released a new feature that made the Form 4 and Form 4L printers quieter. We have further improved the feature to make sure the printer is quieter for most prints.$$$Print settings updates:$$$New Default print settings for Precision Model Resin V1 at 25 microns for Form 4L generation printers$$$New Default print setting for BioMed Clear Resin V1 at 50 microns for Form 4BL printers$$$Minor accuracy improvements for:$$$White Resin V4.1 at 100 microns for Form 3L generation printers$$$Tough 1500 Resin V2 at 100 microns for Form 4 generation printers$$$Tough 1500 Resin V1 at 100 microns for Form 4L generation printers$$$Faster on-rafts prints for:$$$Precision Model Resin V1 at 50 microns for Form 4L generation printers$$$Clear Resin V5 at 50 microns for Form 4L generation printers$$$Tough 2000 Resin V2 at 50 microns for Form 4L generation printers$$$Compatibility:$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4L: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 4BL: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later
PreForm x64 Version 3.46.0.497
Release Date
3/24/2025
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.46.0 — March 24; 2025$$$PreForm 3.46.0 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 4L; Form 4BL; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release includes a new feature to add parts to a running job on Fuse 1 & 1+. It also has bug fixes for file uploading issues and mouse scrolling; and new Default Settings for Form 4; Form 4L; Form 4BL; Form 3; Form 3L and Form 3BL printers.$$$New features:$$$Maximize printer efficiency with Add to Running Job (Beta): The Add to Running Job feature (Beta) for Fuse 1 & Fuse 1+ enables adding parts to ongoing prints; eliminating wait times between jobs. Quickly respond to urgent orders; streamline daily workflows; and minimize downtime—perfect for dynamic environments and efficient production management.$$$Improvements:$$$Grouped prints in Voting Center (for SLS): The SLS voting feature now groups prints by date; making it easier to find and vote on prior prints.$$$Bug fixes:$$$Fixed issue where some Form 4B jobs could not be uploaded to a printer group with Form 4B printers.$$$Fixed issue with mouse scrolling on the slicer slider.$$$Print settings updates:$$$New Default print setting for Tough 1500 V2 Resin at 100 microns for the Form 4 and Form 4L generation printers.$$$New Default print setting for Grey V4.1 Resin at 100 microns for the Form 3 generation printers.$$$New Default print setting for White V4.1 Resin at 100 microns for the Form 3L generation printers.$$$Minor Default print settings update for Grey and Black V5 Resin at 50 microns to version 1.2 for the Form 4L generation printers to reduce print failures for very large; solid parts.$$$Minor Default print settings update for Clear and White V5 Resin at 50 microns to version 1.1 for the Form 4L generation printers to reduce print failures for very large; solid parts.$$$Known Issues:$$$When creating new jobs as part of Add to Running Job; the total print time will not update correctly.$$$Compatibility:$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4L: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 4BL: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later
PreForm x64 Version 3.45.2.490
Release Date
3/10/2025
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.45.2 — March 11; 2025$$$PreForm 3.45.2 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 4L; Form 4BL; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release includes print settings updates for BioMed Black; BioMed Amber; Surgical Guide; and Color Base resins for Form 4L and Form 4BL. It also has a bug fix to prevent mini-rafts from intersecting with models printed directly on the build platform.$$$$$$Bug fixes:$$$Fixed issue where some mini rafts would intersect with the model when printing directly on the BP for the Form 4 and Form4L generation printers.$$$Print settings updates:$$$Added Default setting for BioMed Black Resin at 50 microns for the Form 4BL printer$$$Added Default setting for BioMed Amber Resin at 50 microns for the Form 4BL printer$$$Added Default setting for Surgical Guide Resin at 50 microns for the Form 4BL printer$$$Added Default setting for Color Base Resin at 100 microns for the Form 4L generation printers$$$Compatibility:$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4L: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 4BL: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later
PreForm x64 Version 3.43.1.462
Release Date
12/17/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.43.1 — December 18; 2024$$$PreForm 3.43.1 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 4L; Form 4BL; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release features bug fixes for issues with PreForm 3.43.0 and new Default print settings for Form 4 and Form 4L generation printers.$$$$$$Windows Download: $$$Mac Download: $$$Bug fixes:$$$Fixed issue where users were unable to load saved dental presets or save new ones in PreForm 3.43.0$$$Fixed crash that could occur on startup in PreForm 3.43.0$$$Print settings updates:$$$Added Default Setting for BioMed Flex 80A V1 at 100 micron for Form 4BL printers$$$Added Default Setting for Castable Wax V1 at 50 micron for Form 4L generation printers$$$Updated print settings for Flexible 80A V1.1; Elastic 50A V2; BioMed Elastic 50A V1; and Rigid 10K V1.1 Resins with reduced in-print wiping speed to mitigate mixer stalls on Form 4L generation printers$$$Reduced preprint wiping speeds for Rigid 10K V1.1 Resin at 100 micron on the Form 4L generation printers to mitigate mixer stalls$$$Added Default Setting for Black V4.1 Resin at 25 micron for Form 3 generation printers$$$Added Default Setting for Clear V4.1 Resin at 25 micron for Form 3 generation printers$$$Updated print setting to V1.1 for Grey V5 Resin at 50 micron on Form 4L generation printers to mitigate early layer delamination issues$$$Updated print setting to V1.1 for Fast Model V1 Resin at 100 micron on Form 4L generation printers to mitigate early layer delamination issues$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4L: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 4BL: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later
PreForm x64 Version 3.43.0.460
Release Date
12/9/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.43.0 — December 10; 2024$$$PreForm 3.43.0 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 4L; Form 4BL; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release introduces Model grouping on Fuse 1 generation printers; improves Hollowing; and reduces touch tip size to 0.1 mm on Form 4 and Form 4L generation printers.$$$$$$Windows Download: $$$Mac Download: $$$New features:$$$CAD file import (Beta): Directly import native CAD files without converting them.$$$Model grouping (SLS): Organize and manage your models using the new model grouping feature. Select models and use the right click menu to group.$$$Import folders: Import a folder of models directly into PreForm; eliminating the need to import files one by one and streamlining your workflow. This workflow is further improved for SLS by automatically putting models imported by folder into a group.$$$Improvements:$$$Download Print Report as CSV (SLS): Export your print data to CSV format for easy analysis and record-keeping.$$$Single sign-on with Formlabs Dashboard: Use your existing Formlabs Dashboard login credentials to log into PreForm automatically when youre already signed into Dashboard in your browser.$$$Hollowing: Changed the inner surface “Feature Size” parameter from “Low/Med/High” to a more precise size in millimeters.$$$Bug fixes:$$$Fixed an issue that caused Form Cure devices to stay on a black screen during firmware update with PreForm 3.42.0 and 3.42.1$$$Removed pause between end of print and start of homing on Form 4 and Form 4L generation printers; saving around 20 seconds per print$$$Fixed an issue that would cause some Dental resins to appear red in the Job Setup sidebar$$$Print settings updates:$$$Reduced allowable touch tip size to 0.1 mm for all print settings on Form 4 and Form 4L generation printers$$$Reduced the small touch tip warning to 0.2 mm for all print settings on Form 4 and Form 4L generation printers$$$Note: Adjusting touch tip size may lead to poor print performance or increased print failure rate$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4L: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 4BL: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later
PreForm x64 Version 3.42.1.450
Release Date
11/26/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.42.1 — November 6; 2024$$$PreForm 3.42.1 is a recommended update for all Formlabs printers. This release features improved raft label text for Form 4 and Form 4L generation printers; a new Form X materials category; and support for High Temp; Flame Retardant; ESD; Clear Cast; and Tough 2000 Resin on Form 4L generation printers.$$$$$$Windows Download: $$$Mac Download: $$$$$$New features:$$$New Form X materials category: Access powerful manufacturing technologies with Formlabs PU Rigid and Alumina 4N materials. These are now available under the Form X materials category in the Job Setup screen.$$$Improved raft label text: Improved raft label text for all settings on Form 4 and Form 4L generation printers.$$$Print settings updates:$$$Form 4/4B: Removed the New Fine Feature Setting for Grey Resin V5 at 100 microns$$$Form 4/4B: Added the Finer Touchpoints Setting V2.0 for Grey Resin V5 at 100 microns. This setting uses 0.2 mm touchpoints for easy support removal and minimal support marks but has increased print times.$$$Form 4L/4BL: Added support for High Temp Resin V1 with 100 micron print settings$$$Form 4L/4BL: Added support for Flame Retardant Resin V1 with 100 micron print settings$$$Form 4L/4BL: Added support for ESD Resin V1 with 100 micron print settings$$$Form 4L/4BL: Added support for Clear Cast Resin V1 with 100 micron print settings$$$Form 4L/4BL: Added support for Tough 2000 Resin V1.1 with 50 micron print settings$$$Form 4L/4BL: Updated Black Resin V5 at 100 microns to setting V1.1 to improve reliability for larger parts$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4L: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 4BL: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later
PreForm x64 Version 3.42.0.443
Release Date
11/5/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.42.0 — November 6; 2024$$$PreForm 3.42.0 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 4L; Form 4BL; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release features added support for the Timelapse feature on Form 4L generation printers; improved part texturing performance and part hollowing; and updated Default print settings for Flame Retardant Resin on Form 4 generation printers.$$$$$$Windows Download: $$$Mac Download: $$$New features:$$$Timelapse on Form 4L: Create stunning Timelapse videos of your print in progress. Turn on the option in PreForm and log into Dashboard to access your videos. Note: enabling the Timelapse feature may increase print time and impact print quality or success. Requires firmware version 1.9.0 or later.$$$Improvements:$$$Better part texturing performance: Improve how the part texturing feature works by controlling the number of triangles in the scene. Use the slider in the Texture flyout and change the max triangle count. The max count depends on your computer’s hardware; available resources; and the number of models you’ve imported in PreForm. You might need to experiment to determine the right value for you.$$$Faster part hollowing: Hollow parts faster and monitor progress with the progress bar. Improved hollowing speed and progress bar accuracy.$$$Detailed warnings when printing with tall parts: Tall parts require more attention when they’re being removed from the printer and during post-processing. PreForm will provide helpful reminders when you’re printing a tall part with instructions for Form Cure L and Form Wash L. (Form 4L)$$$Increased accuracy of cartridge volumes: With more accurate cartridge volume; you can make sure the printer has enough resin for your print job. (Form 4 and Form 4L generation printers)$$$Bug fixes:$$$Fixed issue where backspace key did not delete selected touchpoints$$$Print settings updates:$$$Form 4/4B: Updated Default print setting for Flame Retardant at 100 microns to improve print reliability$$$Print Settings Editor: Renamed the “Perimeter to Nominal Geometry Spacing” setting to “Outer Boundary Offset” (Form 3/3L and Fuse 1/1+). Note: Any existing print setting with a custom “Perimeter to Nominal Geometry Spacing” value will be reverted to default. Make sure to enter the values again.$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4L: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 4BL: compatible with firmware version 1.9.0 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later$$$
PreForm x64 Version 3.41.1.430
Release Date
10/24/2024
Bug Fix?
No
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

2024 releases$$$Previous versions of PreForm are available for download; as well as a list of their associated changes.$$$$$$PreForm 3.41.1 — October 25; 2024$$$PreForm 3.41.1 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 4L; Form 4BL; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release features a bug fix for an issue with Nylon 12 Powder v5.1 Speed Optimized Print Settings on Fuse 1+ 30W printers; and a fix for a crash that would occur when communicating with Form 4 or Form 4L generation printers over a network.
PreForm x64 Version 3.41.0.427
Release Date
10/14/2024
Bug Fix?
No
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.41.0 — October 15; 2024$$$PreForm 3.41.0 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 4L; Form 4BL; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release features added support for Form 4L materials; introduces Formlab API; adds model label and texture editing in PreForm; and various new materials for Formlabs printers.$$$New features:$$$Support for Form 4L/4BL materials:$$$Form 4L: 18 print settings covering 12 unique materials$$$Form 4BL: 25 settings covering 19 unique materials$$$For a full list of Form 4L/4BL materials; settings; and expected release dates see the Form 4L Generation Print Settings Roadmap.$$$Support for Resin Pumping System: Resin Pumping System is now available for Form 4 and Form 4L.$$$Hollow and Holes: Hollow parts (Beta) and create drain holes for faster printing and reduced material usage.$$$Cages: Use part cages for Fuse Series prints to improve your post processing workflow for small and fragile parts.$$$Texture: Easily simulate mass production finishes (Beta).$$$Label: Emboss or engrave text onto parts to improve traceability.$$$Formlabs Print Settings (FPS) files: Unlock collaboration by sharing print settings as FPS files (Beta). Easily apply fine-tuned print settings created by others by importing FPS files.$$$SLS is Open: Fuse Series users can now extend their printer’s capabilities by leveraging Print Settings Editor; Open Material Mode; and Supplier Certified Materials. Expand SLS printing beyond the Formlabs portfolio of materials by purchasing Open Material Mode for Fuse Series printers.$$$Formlabs API: Tap into the Formlabs software ecosystem with a powerful API to build integrations and automate workflows.$$$Preheating: A Form 4 or Form 4L printer in PreForm will start preheating the resin when selected if the feature is enabled on the printer. Requires firmware 1.8.0.$$$Print settings updates:$$$New SLS materials: Nylon 12 White Powder and Nylon 12 Tough Powder (Fuse 1+ 30W)$$$New Form 3/B materials: Added support for Clear Resin V4.1 and Black Resin V4.1 with 50 and 100 micron print settings$$$New Form 3L/B material: Added support for Clear Resin V4.1 with 100 micron print setting$$$Clear Cast Resin is now available on Form 2 with 50 and 100 micron print settings$$$Known issues:$$$No support for adaptive thickness in Print Settings Editor: Setting a print setting to use an adaptive thickness will have no impact. PreForm will treat it as a fixed layer thickness.$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.7.0 and later$$$Form 4L: compatible with firmware version 1.7.0 and later$$$Form 4BL: compatible with firmware version 1.7.0 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later$$$
PreForm x64 Version 3.40.3.420
Release Date
10/7/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.40.3 — October 7; 2024$$$PreForm 3.40.3 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release features a bug fix for where PreForm was generating excessive supports on Form 3 and Form 4 generation printers.$$$Bug fixes:$$$Fixed issue where PreForm was generating excessive supports on Form 3 and Form 4 generation printers$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later$$$
PreForm x64 Version 3.40.2.419
Release Date
9/30/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.40.2 — October 1; 2024$$$PreForm 3.40.2 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release features a bug fix for an issue where PreForm would crash on startup and added support for Silicone 40A Resin with 100 micron print settings on Form 4 generation printers.$$$$$$Windows Download: $$$Mac Download: $$$Bug fixes:$$$Fixed an issue where PreForm would crash on startup on some computers$$$Settings updates:$$$Added support for Silicone 40A Resin V1 with 100 micron print settings on Form 4 generation printers
PreForm x64 Version 3.40.1.409
Release Date
9/16/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.40.1 — September 17th; 2024$$$$$$Bug fixes:$$$Fixed issue causing false debris detection errors during print when using viscous resins on Form 4 generation printers$$$Fixed crashes occurring during startup and support generation$$$Fixed incorrect German translation for Supports$$$Print settings updates:$$$Updated Speed Optimized print setting for Nylon 12 Powder on the Fuse 1+ 30 W at 0.110 mm. V5.1 offers improvements to dimensional accuracy; reduced risk of Surface Armor curl and drag failures; and improvements to surface finish of certain geometries compared to the V5.0 setting.$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.7.2 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later
PreForm x64 Version 3.40.0.405
Release Date
9/11/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.40.0— September; 12 2024$$$PreForm 3.40.0 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release introduces Formlabs Certified Materials that let you print with a curated selection of premium certified third-party materials with validated print settings on Form 4 and Form 4B printers. Additional updates include an added Print Report for SLS printers and the launch of Formlabs Clear Cast Resin for investment casting applications.$$$$$$Windows Download: $$$Mac Download: $$$New features:$$$Get a detailed summary of your SLS print by reviewing your Print Report. Add your material cost and refresh rate to the Inputs page to reveal the estimated cost of your print. The Print Report can be found under the Edit menu.$$$Improvements:$$$Redesigned toolbar: Easily find the tools you need with a cleaner redesigned toolbar and labeled icons$$$Start your prints with fewer clicks: When you’re done setting up your job; click the Print Now button at the bottom of the right sidebar and instantly send the file to your printer$$$Bug fixes:$$$Fixed bug where the Timelapse toggle was not always visible in the Job Setup screen on Form 4 generation printers$$$Fixed bug where the clipping plane was not correctly rendered when using the Scan to Model feature on Form 3B and Form 4B printers$$$Restored missing notice for Fast Model resin when printing with Fast Arch 160 micron setting on Form 4 generation printers$$$Print settings updates:$$$Added support for BEGO™ VarseoSmile® TriniQ® Resin with 50 and 100 micron print settings on Form 4B printers$$$Added support for Clear Cast Resin with 50 and 100 micron print settings on Formlabs LFS and LFD printers$$$Known issues:$$$Dental Workspace issue where changing to a printer with a different material in Job Setup always applies the previous preset overrides such as orientation and support on Form 3B; Form 3BL; and Form 4B printers. This issue can be avoided by performing printer selection before setting up any models.$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.3.0 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.3.0 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later
PreForm x64 Version 3.39.2.399
Release Date
9/3/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.39.2— September; 3 2024$$$PreForm 3.39.2 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release features new Fast Arch print settings and a bug fix for false positive debris detection for Fast Model Resin on Form 4 generation printers.$$$$$$Windows Download: $$$Mac Download: $$$Bug fixes:$$$Fixed false positive debris detection with Fast Model Resin on Form 4 and Form 4B printers: When printing with Fast Model Resin and using the Fast Arch 160 micron setting; during preprint; the printer would incorrectly detect debris and cancel printing.$$$Print settings updates:$$$Fast Arch print setting for Fast Model Resin on Form 4 and Form 4B printers: Reduced aggressive preprint wiping for Fast Model Resin.$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.3.0 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.3.0 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later
PreForm x64 Version 3.39.1.396
Release Date
8/29/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.39.1— August; 29 2024$$$PreForm 3.39.1 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release features improved debris detection on Form 4 and Form 4B printers; and new Default print settings for Preium Teeth Resin for Form 4B printers.$$$$$$Windows Download: $$$Mac Download: $$$Improvements:$$$Improved debris detection on Form 4 and Form 4B printers. While preparing to print; the printer would incorrectly detect debris and stop the print. This release increases the accuracy of debris detection and reduces false positives.$$$Print settings updates:$$$New Default print settings for Premium Teeth Resin for Form 4B printers$$$Default print settings at 100 and 50 microns have improved support structures for reliability$$$Default print settings at 50 microns have improved mixer behavior to improve surface finish
PreForm x64 Version 3.39.0.392
Release Date
8/13/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.39.0 — August; 13 2024$$$PreForm 3.39.0 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release features the ability to view the camera feed from Form 4 generation printers; cup mitigration improvements; bug fixes for issues with manual supports; and improvements to the Model Powder parameter for SLS printers.$$$$$$Windows Download: $$$Mac Download: $$$New features:$$$$$$View the camera feed: Form 4 generation printers are equipped with an onboard camera. Select a Form 4 or Form 4 printer in the Job Setup screen to see the camera feed. During printing; use the camera feed to see how the print is coming along. When the printer is idle; use it to check for parts on the build platform.$$$Improvements:$$$$$$Updated the Model Powder parameter under Model Properties to include three decimal places when printing with an SLS printer. This parameter now shows the mass of a model down to the gram.$$$Cup mitigation improvements: Form 4 printers will slow down layer printing speed if cups are detected. This improves surface finish and print reliability but might slow down the print. You can control this behavior using the Cup Mitigation Enabled toggle in the Print Settings Editor.$$$Bug fixes:$$$$$$Fixed issue where jobs printed with Silicone 40A Resin on Form 3 and Form 3B printers could not be supported manually$$$Fixed bug where manual supports could not be added using the brush on some flat surfaces$$$Fixed issue where the red shading applied during manual support editing did not reset when exiting that mode$$$Print settings updates:$$$$$$Updated cup mitigation parameters for small parts on all Form 4 resin settings$$$Added notice about Denture Teeth Resin being retired on December 3; 2024$$$Known issues:$$$PreForm may not remember the last selected print setting (such as Default or Legacy) when restarted. Make sure to reconfirm the desired print setting in Job Setup.$$$Fuse 1: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Fuse 1+: compatible with firmware version 1.15.3 and later$$$Form 4B: compatible with firmware version 1.3.0 and later$$$Form 4: compatible with firmware version 1.3.0 and later$$$Form 3BL: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3L: compatible with firmware version 1.10.8 and later$$$Form 3B/3B+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 3/3+: compatible with firmware version 1.19.7 and later$$$Form 2: compatible with firmware version 1.19.25 and later
PreForm x64 Version 3.38.1.383
Release Date
8/1/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.38.1 — August 1; 2024$$$PreForm 3.38.1 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release features added support for Open Material Model for Form 4 and Form 4B printers; improved cup artifact migration on Form 4; Form 4B; Form 3L; Form 3BL; Form 3/3+; and Form 3B/3B+ printers; and a bug fix affecting Dental Workspace for Form 2 printers.
PreForm x64 Version 3.37.5.370
Release Date
7/3/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.37.5 — July 3; 2024$$$PreForm 3.37.5 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release features new Default print settings for Tough 2000 on Form 4 and Form 4B printers.
PreForm x64 Version 3.35.0.332
Release Date
4/17/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.35.0 — April 17; 2024$$$PreForm 3.35.0 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 4B; Form 4; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release features added support for Form 4 and Form 4B printers; reduced print time calculations for Fuse 1 and Fuse 1+ 30W printers; and also introduces support for the Form Wash (2nd Generation) in the FormWashCureUpdater package.
PreForm x64 Version 3.34.3.315
Release Date
3/28/2024
Bug Fix?
No
Minor Release?
Yes
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.34.3 — March 28; 2024$$$PreForm 3.34.3 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release features updated Fuse 1+ Nylon 12 Print Settings.
PreForm x64 Version 3.34.2.312
Release Date
2/22/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
No
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.34.2 — February 22; 2024$$$PreForm 3.34.2 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release added support for Elastic 50A Resin V2 and fixed a bug related to the build height increases (from PreForm version 3.34.0) on Form 3B; Form 3B+; and Form 3BL printers.
PreForm x64 Version 3.34.1.309
Release Date
2/13/2024
Bug Fix?
Yes
Minor Release?
No
Patch Notes

PreForm 3.34.1 — February 13; 2024$$$PreForm 3.34.1 is a recommended update for Fuse 1; Fuse 1+; Form 3BL; Form 3L; Form 3B/Form 3B+; Form 3/Form 3+; and Form 2 printers. This release fixed a bug that caused print failures when printing with Polypropylene Powder on the Fuse 1+.
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