Finishing additive manufactured parts for functional use
| Technology | Support Removal | Surface Treatment | Heat Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| FDM/FFF | Snap or dissolve | Sanding, acetone vapor | Annealing |
| SLA/DLP | Snap, IPA clean | Sanding, UV coat | UV post-cure |
| SLS (Nylon) | Media blast | Tumbling, dye | Not needed |
| DMLS (Metal) | Wire EDM, CNC | CNC, polishing | Stress relief, HIP |