No. The 3D Form Module requires the xTool WonderPress main host unit to activate its built-in vacuum pump, heating elements, and control interface.

Not at all. We’ve designed it to be "Plug-and-Play" simple. The vacuum forming process is not only easy to master but also incredibly fun. You can start "cloning" objects and making custom molds in seconds.

No external pumps or messy hoses are required. The module features a built-in, industrial-grade -90 kPa vacuum pump for true plug-and-play convenience out of the box.

• Mode 1 (3D Sublimation): Uses vacuum suction to wrap sublimation films flawlessly around the edges and curves of 3D objects, like phone cases or custom badges.

• Mode 2 (Vacuum Forming): Softens a thermoplastic sheet and vacuums it tightly over a physical template (like a 3D print or clay sculpt) to clone it into a custom plastic mold for resin, candles, or soap.

Not everything is suitable for molding, as some shapes can get "stuck" in the plastic. For the best experience:

1. Look for "Slopey" Shapes: Choose objects that are wider at the bottom and narrower at the top (like a pudding cup). This is called a Draft Angle, and it helps the mold pop right out.

2. Avoid "Hooks": Avoid objects with jutting parts or holes on the sides (called Undercuts). These will trap the plastic and make it impossible to pull your object out.

3. Use Flexible Sheets: For tricky shapes, our flexible TPU sheets make de-molding much easier!

Additionally, the bottom of the forming area is close to the heating plate, so objects can heat up quickly during the process. If you put your object into the machine at the same time as the sheet, the object should be heat-resistant up to 100°C. For items that cannot withstand this heat, we recommend heating the plastic sheet to temperature first, and then placing your object inside just before the vacuum activates.

By leveraging advanced vacuum-suction technology, the 3D Form Module heats and stretches sublimation film to tightly wrap around curved surfaces. This ensures that pre-printed designs perfectly conform to 3D objects with seamless coverage.

You can sublimate almost any object that fits within the module’s workspace, provided it has a sublimation coating or is made of compatible polymers. Popular applications include phone cases, badges, keycaps, and other curved or textured items that traditional flat presses simply cannot handle.

Please note: 3D sublimation requires corresponding molds/fixtures to properly support and secure the object's shape during the process.

WonderPress is designed to be an open-source platform. While we offer high-quality xTool materials optimized for the best results with our pre-tested settings, you can use any standard sublimation film, or vacuum-forming plastic sheets (e.g., TPU, PETG, HIPS).

However, only xTool sheets are pre-cut to the exact dimensions needed to fit our module smoothly.
• Vacuum Forming Sheets: 310 × 255 mm
• 3D Sublimation Film: 148 × 254 mm