In this video you'll learn about the most common and different surface finishes for SLS and multi jet fusion(MJF). We'll discuss the pros and cons of each surface finish while showing examples of each finish.



00:00 Introduction on SLS and MJF surface finishes

00:12 We'll start with explaining the standard SLS and MJF finish

00:47 Second, the surface finishing process of dying is discussed and when to use it and not use it.

01:30 Third, we'll go over the dying process and pros and cons of vapor smoothing for SLS and MJF

02:03 Fourth, vibro polishing and tumbling is explained. Pros, cons and the surface finish process is discussed.

02:42 Finally, we'll discuss the popular finish: bead blasting. For this surface finish we'll also go over the pros and cons and when to use and not use it.


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