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Regardless of the production process, superior surface finishing services enhance the appearance and functionality of your part. Provide top-notch metal, composite, and plastic finishing services so you can realize your dream prototype or component.
| Surface Finishes | Description | Services | Applicable Materials |
|---|---|---|---|
 As Machined | Standard finish, surface roughness of 3.2 μm (126 μin), removes sharp edges and deburs parts cleanly. | CNC machining, Sheet metal fabrication | Metals, Plastics |
 Sand Blasting | Powerfully propels blast media against surfaces to remove coatings and impurities. | CNC machining, Sheet metal fabrication | Metals, Plastics |
 Tumbling | Utilizes barrel or vibratory processes with abrasives to smooth and polish the surface of parts. | CNC Machining, Sheet metal fabrication | Metals, Plastics, Glass |
 Electropolish | Electrochemical process that smoothens, polishes, and deburrs metal surfaces to a high gloss. | CNC machining | Stainless steel, Copper, Aluminum |
 Heat Treatment | Alters the physical (and sometimes chemical) properties of a material to achieve desired mechanical properties. | CNC machining | Metals |
 Alodine | Chemical treatment process providing corrosion protection and surface preparation for paint adhesion. | CNC machining, Sheet metal fabrication | Aluminum, Aerospace Alloys |
 Anodizing | Electrochemical process that forms a durable, corrosion-resistant oxide layer on the surface of metals. | CNC Machining, Sheet metal fabrication | Aluminum |
 Teflon Coating | Applies a protective layer of PTFE to reduce friction and enhance corrosion resistance. | CNC machining, Sheet metal fabrication, Injection molding | Metals, Plastics |
 Black Oxidize | Chemical bath that creates a black oxide coating on metal to improve corrosion resistance. | CNC machining, Sheet metal fabrication | Steel, Iron |
 Electroless Plating | Deposition of a metal coating on substrates using an autocatalytic chemical process. | CNC machining, Injection molding, 3D printing | Metals, Plastics |
 Electroplating | Uses electric current to reduce dissolved metal cations to form a coherent metal coating. | CNC machining, Sheet metal fabrication | Metals |
 Painting | Application of paint for aesthetic improvements and protective coatings. | CNC machining, Sheet metal fabrication, Injection molding, 3D printing | Metals, Plastics, Wood |
 Passivation | Chemical treatment to enhance the corrosion resistance of metals by removing free iron from the surface. | CNC machining, Sheet metal fabrication | Stainless Steel, Other Corrosion-resistant Alloys |
 Powder Coating | Dry finishing process using powdered paint to provide a high-quality, durable finish. | CNC machining, Sheet metal fabrication, Injection molding | Metals, Some Plastics |
 Electrophoresis | Coating process using charged particles suspended in a solvent, typically for uniform finishes. | CNC machining, Sheet metal fabrication | Metals, Ceramics |
 Brushed Finish | Mechanical polishing that produces a unidirectional satin finish. | CNC machining, Sheet metal fabrication | Metals |
 SPI Finish | SPI Finish standardizes surface textures on plastic parts, offering finishes from high-gloss to matte, ensuring consistent aesthetics and functionality in injection molding. | Injection molding | Plastics |
The best is what your creations deserve. With our selection of finishing options, you may increase both longevity and appeal. There are two types of part surfacing finishing techniques: practical and cosmetic. Every technique includes specifications, including those related to materials, color, texture, and cost. Today, improve the caliber of your projects!
