Vapour Smoothing vs Traditional Finishing: Which is Better for Nylon Parts?
Discover the key differences between vapour smoothing and traditional finishing for Nylon 3D printed parts. Learn how vapour smoothing enhances surface quality, seals pores, and improves durability compared to sanding, painting, and bead blasting.
Product Review: AMT PostPro SFX Vapour Smoothing Machine
Our review of the AMT PostPro SFX Vapour Smoothing Machine shows how this system delivers consistent, injection-moulded finishes on 3D printed parts — improving surface quality and production efficiency.
Case Study: ARX Security
SGD 3D partnered with ARX Security to produce detailed scale models of their modular barrier systems using SLS 3D printing in Nylon PA12 GF. The lightweight, durable models were vapour smoothed and colour-matched for global trade shows, helping ARX showcase their products with precision and impact.
Top 5 Design Mistakes to Avoid in SLS 3D Printing
Avoid the most common design errors in SLS 3D printing. Learn how to improve wall thickness, prevent warping, and optimise your Nylon PA12 and PA12 GF parts for stronger, more reliable results.
Design Guidelines for SLS 3D Printing
Designing for Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) requires careful attention to wall thickness, tolerances, shrinkage, and part orientation. Unlike SLA or FDM, SLS allows complex geometries without support structures, but following design guidelines is essential for accuracy and repeatability. In this guide, we cover key rules for successful SLS design, from minimum feature sizes to assembly fits, as well as how industries like aerospace, automotive, and medical rely on precision in SLS printing.
Formlabs Fuse 1 – SLS 3D Printer Review
Formlabs have just released their new addition to their portfolio of printers, the Formlabs Fuse 1 SLS 3D printer, branded as the world’s first benchtop industrial Selective Laser Sintering 3D Printer. After years of teasers and constant pushbacks, on 26th January 2021, they announced to the world that their newest addition would be shipping almost immediately […]