Before Post-Processing

watch component before post-processing

After Post-Processing

Watch component after processing

Objective

Achieve a bright, smooth shine on 3D-printed bronze art-wear pieces by eliminating surface imperfections and enhancing reflectivity.

IndustryJewelry/Consumer Goods
Part DescriptionArt-War
Fabrication Method3D Printing 
Material3D Bronze
Process TypeCentrifugal Disc Finisher
Equipment TypeHigh Energy

Solution

To deliver a bright, smooth shine, Bel Air Finishing recommended using a high-energy Centrifugal Disc Finisher. This process effectively smoothed the 3D-printed bronze surfaces, removing build lines and minor defects while enhancing reflectivity. By selecting the optimal media and processing parameters, the solution provided a consistent, high-quality finish suitable for art-wear applications, reducing manual polishing requirements.

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