+ How Do I Order the Vibro-Polishing Service?

To order your 3D printed parts with a vibro-polish finish, simply upload your 3D files through our Online Quote Tool. From there, choose either PA12 Nylon (SLS) or PA12 Nylon (MJF) material and select a finish with vibro-polishing.

+ What Materials are Suitable for a Vibro-Polish Finish?

We offer our vibro-polishing service for both PA12 Nylon (SLS) and PA12 Nylon (MJF) materials. The vibro-polish finish can be used in conjunction with other finishes, such as Satin Black Dye.

+ How Much Does the Vibratory Polishing Service Cost?

Our vibro-polishing service is free of charge. We believe in the quality of our work, and we think our parts look even better with a vibro-polished finish.

+ What's the Lead Time for the Vibro-Polishing Service?

Vibro-polishing 3D printed parts adds one working day to the production time of your order. For high-quantity batch production runs, more lead time may be required.

+ Does Vibro-Polishing Give a High-Gloss Finish?

Our vibro-polishing process will not yield a high-gloss finish but will produce a smooth, satin-like finish that enhances the appearance of your PA12 Nylon 3D printed parts. Vibro-polishing does not make 3D prints with a shiny surface finish.

+ Is There a Maximum Part Size for Vibro-Polishing?

Yes, the maximum part size that we can polish is 180 x 120 x 120 mm. Parts larger than this cannot be polished as they won't fit in our vibratory polisher.

+ How Can I Check If My Parts Will Be Damaged in the Polisher?

There's no set way to determine if your parts will be damaged, as it depends on various geometries. Features that commonly cause problems include:

• Thin or sharp points
• Thin edges
• Thin mesh structures
• Delicate details, such as parts held together by a small contact area

We use our experience to determine if your parts are suitable for polishing. If we believe they are likely to be damaged, we won't proceed with the polishing.

+ Can I Polish Just One Surface of My Model, Leaving Other Surfaces Unpolished?

No, the polishing process involves placing the parts into a machine where they are surrounded by polishing media, affecting all surfaces. It's not possible to mask off specific areas.