Finish Models Printed with Envision One cDLM

Knowledge Base Team

What is Finishing?

Finishing is the final step in post-processing a printed model.

With finishing, you can remove all traces of supports and polish models as needed, depending on the final part application.

Each finishing process depends on the size and geometry of the printed part.

1. Grind support bumps using a fine burr and rotary tool, or manually using sandpaper.

2. Remove dust particles by quickly spraying the model(s) with 99% IPA in a spray bottle, and dry immediately with compressed air.

Bite Guards in E1-Guard ET:

1. Grind support bumps using a fine burr and rotary tool.

2. Polish the supported side on a lathe using a cloth wheel and pumice.

3. Polish the supported side on a lathe using a cloth wheel and resin polish.

4. Spray with a dental appliance finishing spray.