CHEMICAL SMOOTHING
SMOOTH AND SEALED SURFACES FOR ADDITIVELY MANUFACTURED PARTS
The PostPro3D process (PP3D for short) is a chemical smoothing process for additively manufactured polymer parts.
During the process, the surface of the component is chemically treated and smoothed, reducing the characteristic layer and surface structure of additively manufactured parts. The result is a more homogeneous, refined surface with an appearance comparable to injection-molded parts.
Chemical smoothing can be used for both colored and uncolored components and can also be combined with other finishing processes.
HOW DOES CHEMICAL SMOOTHING WORK?
During the PostPro3D process, the component surface is treated in a controlled chemical process. Surface irregularities and visible layer structures are reduced, resulting in a smoother and more uniform finish.
The achievable result depends on the material, manufacturing process, component geometry and initial surface quality.
ADVANTAGES OF CHEMICAL SMOOTHING
- Smoother and more homogeneous surfaces
- Reduced surface roughness and layer structures
- High-quality visual appearance
- Suitable for complex component geometries
- Applicable to colored and uncolored parts
- Can be combined with additional finishing processes
SUITABLE MATERIALS & TECHNOLOGIES
The PostPro3D process can be used for a range of additively manufactured polymer parts.
Depending on the specific material and application, chemical smoothing can be suitable for parts manufactured using technologies such as SLS, MJF, HSS and FDM/FFF.
Suitable materials include, among others:
PA11 · PA12 · TPU
As the achievable result depends on the specific material, manufacturing process and component geometry, we recommend checking the suitability for each application individually.
CHEMICAL SMOOTHING & COLOR
SMOOTH SURFACES. INDIVIDUAL COLORS.
Chemical smoothing can be combined with our e-coloring process for suitable materials and components.
This allows surface quality and color to be considered together, creating high-quality finished parts tailored to the requirements of the application.
The appropriate process sequence depends on the material, manufacturing technology and desired result.
FROM THE RAW PART TO THE FINISHED COMPONENT
At CIPRES, chemical smoothing can be combined with additional post-processing and finishing services.
Depending on your application, we can support you with surface preparation, tumbling, chemical smoothing, dyeing and additional finishing processes.
This means you receive more than an individual processing step – we can develop a suitable finishing process for your component.
YOU PRINT – WE FINISH.
Already manufacturing your parts in-house or working with another additive manufacturing provider?
No problem.
CIPRES can also apply the PostPro3D process to externally manufactured parts. Send us information about your manufacturing technology, material and required surface quality, and we will evaluate the possibilities for your application.
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