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GUIDES POST-PROCESSING
POST-PROCESSING GUIDE

FINISHING TECHNIQUES

Professional post-processing methods to improve surface quality and functionality.

PROCESSING STEPS

STANDARD WORKFLOW

01
SUPPORT REMOVAL

Careful removal of support structures and cleanup.

02
SURFACE PREP

Sanding and smoothing of visible surfaces.

03
FINISHING

Painting, coating, or other aesthetic treatments.

04
ASSEMBLY

Final assembly and quality inspection.

FINISHING TECHNIQUES

SURFACE TREATMENTS

MECHANICAL FINISHING

TOOLS REQUIRED

Sandpaper, files, rotary tools

PROCESS

Progressive sanding from coarse to fine grits. Hand filing for detail work.

EXPECTED RESULT

Smooth surfaces, reduced layer lines, professional appearance.

CHEMICAL SMOOTHING

TOOLS REQUIRED

Acetone vapor, solvents

PROCESS

Controlled chemical exposure to dissolve surface irregularities.

EXPECTED RESULT

Glass-like finish on compatible materials (ABS, ASA).

PRIMER & PAINT

TOOLS REQUIRED

Primer, paint, brushes/spray

PROCESS

Surface preparation, primer application, color coating.

EXPECTED RESULT

Professional appearance, color matching, protection.

ASSEMBLY & BONDING

TOOLS REQUIRED

Adhesives, fasteners, tools

PROCESS

Joining multiple parts with appropriate bonding methods.

EXPECTED RESULT

Complex assemblies, moving parts, functional mechanisms.

PROFESSIONAL FINISHING

We offer professional post-processing services for complex finishing requirements.

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