Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This is Episode 2 in our Beginner Series for Resin 3D Printing.
In this video, we break down how resin printers work, the different types of machines and resins available, and the essential tools and materials you’ll need to get started safely and confidently.
If you’re new to resin printing—or coming from FDM and trying resin for the first time—this episode will help you understand the workflow before jumping into prints.
What This Video Covers
Types of resin 3D printers
How resin printers work (in simple terms)
The different types of resins available
Essential tools, materials, and upgrades
What to focus on next as you continue learning
Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction
00:51 – Types of resin printers
01:32 – How resin printers work
04:17 – Tools and materials needed
08:29– Types of resins
What’s Next
In the next video, we’ll cover:
Preparing files for resin printing
Supports and orientation
Slicing basics
Avoiding common beginner failures
sign up for the Wham Bam Beginner Mailing List for more information, promotions and discounts!: bit.ly/WBbeginner
▶️ Watch the full Beginner Resin Series here:youtube.com/watch?v=uqTPW31dN8w&list=PLSlhFLYCaWuIfuBdeymZtHzOk-BXk-A3C
Tools, Materials & Supplies
Some links below are direct links to products from Wham Bam Systems, and others are affiliate links. These help support the channel at no additional cost to you.
Safety & Consumables
Nitrile Gloves: https://a.co/d/8PFAdSa
IPA (single bottles): https://a.co/d/cVC0BKZ
IPA (large quantity): https://a.co/d/cktfE2B
USB Memory Sticks: https://a.co/d/2d8nmju
Paint Strainers (190 micron): https://a.co/d/4OEHOWC
Resin Workflow Tools
SLAP MAT: whambamsystems.com/pages/slap-mat
ULTIM8 DRIP: whambamsystems.com/products/ultim8-drip-table-version
ULTIM8 FUN: whambamsystems.com/products/ultimate-funnel-for-resin
ULTIM8 WYP: whambamsystems.com/products/spatula-for-resin-with-3-silicone-blades
ULTIM8 Resin Tools: whambamsystems.com/pages/ultimate-resin-tools
Washing & Cleaning
Wash & Cure Station: https://a.co/d/ifpK8Xm
Large Washing Bin: https://a.co/d/bnqcX5X
Pickle Jar: https://a.co/d/ajlX1RW
Metal Spatula: https://a.co/d/7m6I6i3
Plastic Spatula: https://a.co/d/4fvdx0F
Build Plate Upgrades
Flexible Build System (Resin): whambamsystems.com/pages/fbs-for-resin
Resin HotBox: whambamsystems.com/pages/hotbox-for-resin
Recommended Starting Resins
ABS-Like Resin: https://a.co/d/aC5NAzL
Advanced / Specialty Resins
ONYX Resin: https://a.co/d/2BOpLpQ
TGM-7 Resin: https://a.co/d/cDf0RSK
Helpful Downloads
Alcohol Bath Platform Strainers (STL):cults3d.com/en/3d-model/tool/alcohol-bath-platform-strainers
Wham Bam Alien (STL): cults3d.com/en/3d-model/art/wham-bam-alien
Credits & Community Inspiration
Huge thanks to the resin community:
@Uncle Jessy
@Wild Rose Builds
@Printed Obsession
@Wekster
Have Questions?
Let us know in the comments what you’d like to learn next, or where you’re getting stuck. This series is designed to grow with you.
#Resin3DPrinting #3DPrintingBeginner #ResinPrinter #SLA #MSLA #3DPrinting
This is Episode 2 in our Beginner Series for Resin 3D Printing.
In this video, we break down how resin printers work, the different types of machines and resins available, and the essential tools and materials you’ll need to get started safely and confidently.
If you’re new to resin printing—or coming from FDM and trying resin for the first time—this episode will help you understand the workflow before jumping into prints.
What This Video Covers
Types of resin 3D printers
How resin printers work (in simple terms)
The different types of resins available
Essential tools, materials, and upgrades
What to focus on next as you continue learning
Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction
00:51 – Types of resin printers
01:32 – How resin printers work
04:17 – Tools and materials needed
08:29– Types of resins
What’s Next
In the next video, we’ll cover:
Preparing files for resin printing
Supports and orientation
Slicing basics
Avoiding common beginner failures
sign up for the Wham Bam Beginner Mailing List for more information, promotions and discounts!: bit.ly/WBbeginner
▶️ Watch the full Beginner Resin Series here:youtube.com/watch?v=uqTPW31dN8w&list=PLSlhFLYCaWuIfuBdeymZtHzOk-BXk-A3C
Tools, Materials & Supplies
Some links below are direct links to products from Wham Bam Systems, and others are affiliate links. These help support the channel at no additional cost to you.
Safety & Consumables
Nitrile Gloves: https://a.co/d/8PFAdSa
IPA (single bottles): https://a.co/d/cVC0BKZ
IPA (large quantity): https://a.co/d/cktfE2B
USB Memory Sticks: https://a.co/d/2d8nmju
Paint Strainers (190 micron): https://a.co/d/4OEHOWC
Resin Workflow Tools
SLAP MAT: whambamsystems.com/pages/slap-mat
ULTIM8 DRIP: whambamsystems.com/products/ultim8-drip-table-version
ULTIM8 FUN: whambamsystems.com/products/ultimate-funnel-for-resin
ULTIM8 WYP: whambamsystems.com/products/spatula-for-resin-with-3-silicone-blades
ULTIM8 Resin Tools: whambamsystems.com/pages/ultimate-resin-tools
Washing & Cleaning
Wash & Cure Station: https://a.co/d/ifpK8Xm
Large Washing Bin: https://a.co/d/bnqcX5X
Pickle Jar: https://a.co/d/ajlX1RW
Metal Spatula: https://a.co/d/7m6I6i3
Plastic Spatula: https://a.co/d/4fvdx0F
Build Plate Upgrades
Flexible Build System (Resin): whambamsystems.com/pages/fbs-for-resin
Resin HotBox: whambamsystems.com/pages/hotbox-for-resin
Recommended Starting Resins
ABS-Like Resin: https://a.co/d/aC5NAzL
Advanced / Specialty Resins
ONYX Resin: https://a.co/d/2BOpLpQ
TGM-7 Resin: https://a.co/d/cDf0RSK
Helpful Downloads
Alcohol Bath Platform Strainers (STL):cults3d.com/en/3d-model/tool/alcohol-bath-platform-strainers
Wham Bam Alien (STL): cults3d.com/en/3d-model/art/wham-bam-alien
Credits & Community Inspiration
Huge thanks to the resin community:
@Uncle Jessy
@Wild Rose Builds
@Printed Obsession
@Wekster
Have Questions?
Let us know in the comments what you’d like to learn next, or where you’re getting stuck. This series is designed to grow with you.
#Resin3DPrinting #3DPrintingBeginner #ResinPrinter #SLA #MSLA #3DPrinting
