Finishing Station
Tekpro offers the Finishing Touch Smoothing Station™ that utilize semiautomated processes that improve the surface finish of FDM thermoplastic parts to near the surface finish of an injection molded part without the time and cost associated with traditional manual finishing techniques. The Smoothing Station and Burnishing Station are optimized to work with the entire Stratasys FDM family of ABS thermoplastic materials including, ABS-P400, ABSi, ABSplus, ABS-M30 and ABS-M30i.
Stratasys Finishing Stations are ideal for applications where a smooth surface finish is desired:
- Mold masters
- Finish painting
- Electroplating
- Vacuum Metallization
Or applications that required a sealed surface:
- Liquid applications
- Moderate air pressure applications
- Moderate water pressure applications
System Size (XYZ) 52 x 34 x 48 inches
Chamber Size (XYZ) 13 x 16 x 20 inches
Compatible Materials
ABS-M30
ABS-M30i
ABSi
ABSplus
ABS-ESD7
ABS-P400
Operating Environment
Requires 4 in (102 mm) exhaust to outside
Well ventilated area Maximum room temperature of 85°F (29.4°C)
Maximum room humidity of 85% RH
Power Requirements
208-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 30 amps
Regulatory Compliance: CE
Additional Requirements
Compressed Air Required
Compressed air minimum of 5 CFM @ 30 psi
Smoothing Solution
Dupont Vertrel SDG
Purchase direct from Dupont: www2.dupont com/Vertrel/en_US
Local regulations for use of industrial solvents must be observed.
Operator Attendance
Intermittent operator attendance to expose parts.
Chamber Size (XYZ) 13 x 16 x 20 inches
Compatible Materials
ABS-M30
ABS-M30i
ABSi
ABSplus
ABS-ESD7
ABS-P400
Operating Environment
Requires 4 in (102 mm) exhaust to outside
Well ventilated area Maximum room temperature of 85°F (29.4°C)
Maximum room humidity of 85% RH
Power Requirements
208-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 30 amps
Regulatory Compliance: CE
Additional Requirements
Compressed Air Required
Compressed air minimum of 5 CFM @ 30 psi
Smoothing Solution
Dupont Vertrel SDG
Purchase direct from Dupont: www2.dupont com/Vertrel/en_US
Local regulations for use of industrial solvents must be observed.
Operator Attendance
Intermittent operator attendance to expose parts.
Smoothing Station Specifications
Part Smoothing Finishing Process using the Stratasys Smoothing Station and the Stratasys Burnishing Station.
Step 1: Smooth Part Surface (Smoothing Station)
• Expose FDM part in the smoothing chamber 10-30 seconds
• Remove from smoothing chamber, review surface finish
• Repeat until desired surface finish reached (typically 2-4 times)
Step 2: Cure Part (Smoothing Station)
• Hang part in the curing chamber of the Smoothing Station
• Part will be dry to touch in 30-45 minute
• Part will be fully cured in 12-18 hours
Step 3: Burnish Part Surface if matte finish is desired using any commercial burnishing/bead blast system
• Lightly blast the part with sodium bicarbonate, giving surface matte finish
• Rinse with water to remove any remaining sodium bicarbonate
Step 1: Smooth Part Surface (Smoothing Station)
• Expose FDM part in the smoothing chamber 10-30 seconds
• Remove from smoothing chamber, review surface finish
• Repeat until desired surface finish reached (typically 2-4 times)
Step 2: Cure Part (Smoothing Station)
• Hang part in the curing chamber of the Smoothing Station
• Part will be dry to touch in 30-45 minute
• Part will be fully cured in 12-18 hours
Step 3: Burnish Part Surface if matte finish is desired using any commercial burnishing/bead blast system
• Lightly blast the part with sodium bicarbonate, giving surface matte finish
• Rinse with water to remove any remaining sodium bicarbonate
Finishing Process
Finishing Station solvents regulated in California. Check with your local municipality.
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