What is the Formlabs Fuse Sift?
The Formlabs Fuse Sift is the ultimate companion to the Fuse 1+ 30W printer, completing your SLS workflow with precision, cleanliness, and efficiency. As an SLS Post-Processing station, it allows you to extract parts, recover and mix used powder, and prepare for the next print with minimal mess and downtime.
Designed to keep your workspace clean and your workflow seamless, the Fuse Sift makes industrial 3D printing accessible, repeatable, and easy.
Closed-Loop Powder Recovery
Recycle and reuse up to 70% of powder to reduce waste.
Clean Workspace
Fully enclosed, negative air pressure design contains mess and powder.
Easy Operation
Intuitive design makes powder handling simple and safe.
Integrated Sieve
Automatic sieving ensures consistent powder quality for each print.
Compact & Efficient
Small footprint and ergonomic design fit easily into your workflow.
Why Choose the Fuse Sift for SLS Post-Processing?
- Boost Productivity:
Quickly move from print to print with no wasted time. - Save Materials:
Recycle used powder with minimal degradation. - Cleaner Environment:
Negative pressure system prevents airborne powder. - Scalable for Teams:
Ideal for growing operations and industrial teams.
How the Formlabs Fuse Sift Works.
Seamless SLS Workflow Integration Streamline your entire SLS process from print to powder recycling with ease:
Print with the Fuse 1+ 30W.
Experience reliable, high-quality SLS printing with every job.
Cool inside the build chamber.
Let parts cool in a controlled environment to prevent warping or damage.
Transfer the chamber to the Fuse Sift.
Easily move the entire build chamber without creating a mess.
Extract Parts using built-in tools and workspace.
Retrieve printed parts quickly using intuitive tools designed for efficiency.
Sift and Mix powder automatically.
Reclaim unused powder and combine it with fresh material using the integrated sieve.
Refill your printer with fresh powder mix—ready to print again.
Start your next job faster with prepped material and minimal downtime.
This closed-loop workflow maximises material usage while reducing cleanup time.
Formlabs Fuse Sift Technical Specifications
| Printer Compatibility | Fuse 1 |
| Dimensions | 99.1 × 61.0 × 188.8 cm 39.0 × 24.0 × 61.8 in Height when open: 190 cm (75 in) |
| Fuse Sift Dimensions (W × D × H) | 99.1 × 61.0 × 188.8 cm 39.0 × 24.0 × 61.8 in |
| Build Chamber Dimensions (W × D × H) | 27.9 × 34.2 × 48.9 cm 11.0 × 13.5 × 19.3 in |
| Minimum Access Dimensions (W × D × H) | 221.1 × 122.0 × 218.0 cm 87.1 × 48.0 × 85.8 in |
| Fuse Sift Weight | 93 kg (without build chamber or powder) 205 lb (without build chamber or powder) |
| Build Chamber Weight | 11 kg (17.6 kg, full with 20% packed powder) 24.3 lb (38.8 lb, full with 20% packed powder) |
| Air Filtration Technology | Replaceable HEPA filter |
| Build Volume (W × D × H) | 16.5 x 16.5 x 30.0 cm (with radiused corners) 6.5 × 6.5 × 11.8 in (with radiused corners) |
| Fresh Powder Hopper Capacity | 10.7 kg Nylon 12 23.6 lb Nylon 12 |
| Used Powder Hopper Capacity | 9.8 kg Nylon 12 21.6 lb Nylon 12 |
| Operating Environment | 18 – 26 ºC 68 – 80 ºF ≤ 30% ambient humidity |
| Air Handling | Negatively pressurized hood with replaceable HEPA filter Independent venting system |
| Air Filtration | Replaceable HEPA medium |
| Power Requirements | With a vacuum that draws less than 6 A (230 VAC) / 12 A (120 VAC): EU: 230 VAC, 7.5 A (dedicated circuit) US: 120 VAC, 15 A (dedicated circuit) With a vacuum that draws more than 6 A (230 VAC) / 12 A (120 VAC): EU: 230 VAC, 10 A (dedicated circuit) US: 120 VAC, 20 A (dedicated circuit) |
| Vacuum Requirements | Auxiliary vacuum with static dissipative components that is grounded and bonded (e.g., a NFPA 652 compliant vacuum) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz) Ethernet (1000 Mbit) USB 2.0 |
| Ethernet Connectivity | RJ-45 Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T) LAN port Connect with a shielded Ethernet cable (not included): minimum Cat5, or Cat5e or Cat6 for 1000BASE-T. |
| Wi-Fi Connectivity | Protocol: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Frequency: 2.4 GHz Supported security: WPA/WPA2 |
| USB Connectivity | USB (rev 2.0) B port with a USB A-B cable |
| Sound Emission | Does not exceed 76.5 dB(A) |
| Fuse Sift Control | Interactive touchscreen, physical buttons |
| Included Accessories | Large Brush Small Brush x 2 Pipe Cleaners Dental Picks Gloves Dust Mask Safety Glasses Vacuum Brush Tool Vacuum Crevice Tool Lifting Straps |
Frequently Asked Questions
The Fuse Sift is an all-in-one powder recovery station that streamlines the SLS Post-Processing workflow. It enables you to cleanly extract parts, sift used powder, mix it with fresh material, and reload your printer—all in one compact system.
Yes! The Fuse Sift allows you to reclaim and reuse up to 70% of your SLS powder. The built-in sieve ensures consistent powder quality, making it cost-effective and sustainable for ongoing production.
Absolutely. Designed with an intuitive user interface and ergonomic features, the Fuse Sift is accessible to both new and experienced users. Its plug-and-play setup means no complicated installation or training is needed.
The Fuse Sift is built specifically to work with the Formlabs Fuse 1+ 30W SLS 3D printer, forming a closed-loop system for seamless powder management and part extraction the ultimate SLS Post-Processing.
Thanks to a fully enclosed design and negative air pressure system, the Fuse Sift minimises mess and airborne particles, keeping your workspace cleaner and safer during operation.
The Fuse Sift supports all compatible powders for the Fuse 1+ 30W, including Nylon 12, Nylon 11, Nylon 12 GF, and TPU 90A.
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