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THE FINISHING OPTIONS

Plastic & Nylon 3D Printing finishes.

Cleaned nylon 3D printed component
As-printed nylon component before cleaning
AS PRINTEDCLEANEDFinish effect preview

01 / Plastic & Nylon 3D Printing

CLEANING

Natural / cleaned

The same open-frame component shows the subtle change after loose powder and handling residue are removed.

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Vibro-polished nylon 3D printed component
Nylon component before vibro polishing
NATURALVIBRO POLISHEDFinish effect preview

02 / Plastic & Nylon 3D Printing

SMOOTHING

Vibro polishing

A different component demonstrates a smoother, more even appearance while keeping the exact same part and viewing angle.

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Shot-peened nylon 3D printed component
Nylon component before shot peening
NATURALSHOT PEENEDFinish effect preview

03 / Plastic & Nylon 3D Printing

TEXTURE

Shot peening

This component compares the natural printed surface with a more uniform matte texture on the same geometry.

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Colour-dyed nylon 3D printed component
Natural nylon component before colour dyeing
NATURAL GREYCOLOUR DYEDFinish effect preview

04 / Plastic & Nylon 3D Printing

COLOUR

Custom colour dyeing

The same component shows a colour-family preview before the final physical colour sample is confirmed.

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Material compatibility and further operations
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Finishes / Polymer printing

Polymer finishing, by printing process.

Resin, nylon and thermoplastic parts need different preparation and finishing routes.

SLA

SLA resin printing

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DLP

DLP resin printing

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SLS

SLS nylon & polymer printing

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MJF

MJF nylon printing

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FDM

FDM thermoplastic printing

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A FEW USEFUL ANSWERS

Finishing FAQs.

Practical questions about Plastic & Nylon 3D Printing finishing, samples and specifications.

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Which colours are typical for MJF PA12?

Standard MJF PA12 parts are commonly grey or grey-black, with dyed black a popular finishing route. Other colours and white-material routes require confirmation with the supplier and material grade.

Can grey MJF parts be dyed white or a bright colour?

Dyeing does not make a dark base white. Bright or light colours need a suitable base material or an agreed coating route. Confirm appearance using a representative sample.

Can I combine more than one finishing process?

Yes, where the material and geometry allow. The order matters: for example, smoothing may precede painting or coating. Identify the required result and protected surfaces so the complete route can be reviewed.

What should I include with my enquiry?

Send the 3D CAD model, any 2D drawing and the parts list. Include the material, quantities, target appearance, colour reference, roughness requirements, masked areas and critical dimensions.

Will finishing affect the dimensions?

It can. Material removal, coating buildup or thermal processing may affect dimensions and edges. State whether tolerances apply before or after finishing and identify mating faces, bores and threads.

Can I approve a finish sample before a batch?

Request a representative sample during quotation when colour, texture or gloss is critical. The sample scope, cost and timing are agreed for the project.

Is every listed option suitable for every material?

No. Compatibility depends on the exact grade, geometry, surface access and intended use. The quotation confirms which operations are included and any sample approval required.

Christina, Director of Sales at CK

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