Our Surface Preparation Services
The most convenient method to acquire custom parts with a choice of 15+ surface finishing options. Obtain the bead-blasted, anodized, or powder-coated parts you require.
We offer various surface treatments to choose from, depending on the operational needs of your 3D printed or CNC machined components. Sandblasting removes printing marks and enhances the appearance; polishing creates a mirror finish, and the use of different coatings offers colour to parts, as well as protects them from rust and corrosion. We additionally offer anodising and plating services to boost the hardness and wear resistance of the parts. The performance and durability of the components can be extended, and their appearance improved, after undergoing surface treatment. With our advanced automated surface treatment equipment and extensive expertise, we can efficiently process your orders on schedule. Please contact our customer service to receive further information.
| Category | Applicable to | Processing Trace | Appearance Effect | Color | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw Machined Surface | Metal, Plastic | Visibly slight surface scratches | None | N/A | Tolerance unaffected |
| Smooth Machined Surface | Metal, Plastic | Visibly slight surface scratches | None | N/A | Tolerance unaffected |
| Fine Machined Surface | Metal | Slightly visible | None | N/A | Tolerance unaffected |
| Polished Surface | Metal | Removed on the main surface | Consistently maintains appearance | N/A | Measured after polishing |
| Sandblasted Surface | Metal | Non-appearance removal on the main surface | As per requirements | N/A | Unaffected, except for specific features* |
| Brushed Surface | Metal | Non-appearance reduction, removal on the main surface | As per requirements | N/A | Measured after brushing |
| Anodized Type II | Aluminum | Non-appearance reduction, removal on the main surface | As per requirements | Black, Transparent, Red, Blue, Gold, Orange | Measured after anodization |
| Anodized Type III | Aluminum | Visible under anodization | None | Black, Natural | Measured after anodization |
| Black Oxide | Copper, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, Tool Steel, Mild Steel | Visible | None | Black | Measured after coating |
| Chromate Conversion Coating | Aluminum | Visible | None | Transparent | Measured after coating |
| Bare Nickel | Mild Steel, Aluminum, Stainless Steel | Reduced but visible | None | Metallic color (semi-bright) | Measured after bare nickel |
| Powder Coating | Metal | Removed | None | Black, White, RAL/Pantone color codes | Measured before coating |
| Brushing + Electropolishing | Stainless Steel | Removed on the main surface | Consistently maintains appearance | N/A | Measured after electropolishing |
