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Additive manufacturingAdditive Manufacturing (AM) hasSustainability transformed3D printing the way parts are produced, enabling rapid prototyping, design customization, and efficient material usage. However, the widespread use of petroleum-derived resins raises environmental concerns due to their toxicity, volatile emissions, and improper disposal. In response, there is increasing demand for sustainable and biodegradableBiodegradable alternatives that maintain adequate technical performance. Plant-based resins have emerged as a promising solution, offering reduced environmental impact without compromising functionality. Eco UV Resin, formulated from soybean oil, represents an innovative green material designed for use with SLA/LCD 3D printing3D printing technologies. This study aimed to evaluate a UV-curable acrylate resin composed of bio-based components, focusing on its printability and post-processing behavior. Standardized samples were printed under fixed exposure and curing parameters. Mechanical, physical, and visual characterizationsCharacterization were performed. The results showed satisfactory performance for non-structural applications. Overall, Eco UV Resin appears to be a viable and environmentally friendly alternative for prototyping, design objects, and general-use prints, with future studies needed to assess long-term durability.

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Eco UV Resin: Performance and Sustainability of a New Generation of Plant-Based Materials for 3D Printing

  • 会议论文

  • 发表日期：

    2026年

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  • Victor Paes Dias Gonçalves,
  • Ellen Bernardes de Lima,
  • Verônica Scarpini Candido,
  • Noam Tonini Simonassi,
  • Carlos Maurício Fontes Vieira,
  • Felipe Lopes Perisse

摘要

Additive manufacturingAdditive Manufacturing (AM) hasSustainability transformed3D printing the way parts are produced, enabling rapid prototyping, design customization, and efficient material usage. However, the widespread use of petroleum-derived resins raises environmental concerns due to their toxicity, volatile emissions, and improper disposal. In response, there is increasing demand for sustainable and biodegradableBiodegradable alternatives that maintain adequate technical performance. Plant-based resins have emerged as a promising solution, offering reduced environmental impact without compromising functionality. Eco UV Resin, formulated from soybean oil, represents an innovative green material designed for use with SLA/LCD 3D printing3D printing technologies. This study aimed to evaluate a UV-curable acrylate resin composed of bio-based components, focusing on its printability and post-processing behavior. Standardized samples were printed under fixed exposure and curing parameters. Mechanical, physical, and visual characterizationsCharacterization were performed. The results showed satisfactory performance for non-structural applications. Overall, Eco UV Resin appears to be a viable and environmentally friendly alternative for prototyping, design objects, and general-use prints, with future studies needed to assess long-term durability.