Rapid Prototyping Finishing Standards
Level 1 - Standard
Remove all powder or supports.
Check overall dimensions for accuracy and consistency.
Drill holes as needed.
Bond and fill seam of segmented parts together, if built
in multiple parts.
Coat SLS parts with Five Star Curing Agent (unless specified).
Light sand to blend surfaces and bead blast.
Level 2
(Level 1 plus the following)
Fill cosmetic surface imperfections.
Remove layer lines from cosmetic surfaces.
Prime part to a fine primed finish on cosmetic surfaces.
Level 3 - Master
(Level 2 plus the following)
Fill accessible surface imperfections.
Remove layer lines from accessible surfaces.
Paint or prime part with a light texture for a smooth
consistent appearance, unless specified otherwise.
Prime part to a fine finish on accessible
non-visual surfaces.
Level 4 - Custom
(Could include, but not limited to the following)
Textured or smooth finish.
Custom color match.
Multi-color/multi-texture.
Polishing.
Photo quality. |