3D Rivet Install Jaw Tooling

To develop a high-throughput, cost-effective process for smoothing and polishing DMLS-printed L-40 and maraging steel Rivet Install Jaw Tooling used in high-volume production. The surface needed to be refined for function and appearance without compromising precision features.

Bel Air evaluated multiple post-processing methods to smooth and polish 3D-printed Rivet Install Jaw Tooling made from L-40 and maraging steel. Depending on part geometry and surface requirements, either centrifugal disc finishing or slurry blasting was used to remove powder residue, smooth rough surfaces, and enhance part appearance. Both processes provided uniform, repeatable results without compromising edge definition or dimensional accuracy—making them ideal for high-volume production of tooling components.

If you are unsure what equipment and media you require to achieve your desired surface finish, send us your part, and we will evaluate it and provide you with a detailed metrology report.

To explore various achievable finishes, you can also request a comparative keychain sampleshowcasing a range of surface textures and polish levels.