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Our 3D Printing Finishing Service
After finishing, 3D objects can be available in different finishes, such as lacquered or infiltrated. These processes can help to improve the appearance of the object or increase its resilience. In some cases, assemblies or individual parts can also be coloured to achieve a desired colour. Fine sanding can help improve the appearance of the object and make it appear more valuable. In some cases, assemblies can also be assembled to the customer's specifications.
There are various finishing options available for a 3D object, which are displayed in the configurator once the desired material has been selected. Our team is also available for personal consultations to discuss the individual finishing of your component.
Advantages of our finishing processes
- Improved surface quality
- Increased resistance to external influences
- Customized coloring
Surface smoothing
Laser sintering, laser melting and Multi Jet Fusion – smooth instead of grainy
3D objects produced using powder-based processes (laser sintering, laser melting and Multi Jet Fusion) have a slightly rough surface texture. With finishing processes such as sanding, blasting and polishing, we custom smooth the surface of your 3D object or polish your metal components to make them glossy.
Stereolithography – semi-gloss to crystal clear
For 3D objects created using the stereolithography process, the individual levels of the structure are occasionally apparent. The flatter the 3D model's angles, the more noticeable the levels on the surface. For an evenly matt or glossy surface, your 3D objects can be finished accordingly on the PROTIQ Marketplace. This way, we ensure the best possible look, including with transparent components.
PolyJet/MultiJet modeling – maximal surface quality with minimal effort
Components that are manufactured using the PolyJet or MultiJet process are given an extremely smooth surface right from the start. Only their soft support structures and any material remnants need to be removed after production.
Increased resistance thanks to infiltration finishing
Selective laser sintering is a process for manufacturing plastic components in which powder is fused into a solid object through the use of laser beams. However, the resulting components often have a rough, slightly porous structure that can limit their durability and resistance.
To avoid these limitations, the 3D object can be completely closed by infiltration with liquid epoxy resin. This impregnation ensures that the surface of the object becomes airtight and fluid-tight, making it more resistant and durable.
Customized coloration for your 3D object
Industrial 3D printing often uses materials that are only available in a few colours, such as white, grey, black or transparent. The ability to have the 3D components painted or coloured in almost any RAL colour offers the chance to customise prototypes and display models and highlight certain features with an eye-catching colour scheme.
Whether you are a company looking to create prototypes for customers or a private user looking to create a unique piece of art, PROTIQ Marketplace gives you the opportunity to order 3D components in the colour of your choice.
Assembly as finishing option
On the PROTIQ Marketplace you also have the option of having components produced that exceed the maximum size of our 3D printing systems. In this case, your 3D model is broken down into several individual parts that are printed one by one. Once the individual parts have been produced, they are reliably and precisely assembled into a larger overall component by our experienced team. Our team has many years of experience in prototype and model construction and is therefore able to assemble assemblies exactly according to your specifications.
Our 3D printing service
Prototypes, tool inserts, customized individual parts and small batches can be produced on the PROTIQ Marketplace within just a few days. Choose the optimal production parameters for your 3D object from six 3D printing processes and more than 30 materials and have us refine it to suit your requirements.
