Skip to content The default finish from CNC machining plastic stock (Delrin, nylon, HDPE, ABS). Visible linear tool path scallop marks across machined surfaces with a matte plastic sheen. No secondary operation suitable for functional components, jigs, fixtures, and internal parts where cosmetic appearance is secondary to dimensional accuracy.
Quick post-fabrication process that passes a controlled flame over acrylic (PMMA) cut edges, melting the surface micro-layer to produce a crystal-clear, glossy, transparent edge. Fast and cost-effective for acrylic sheet edges produces optical clarity on cut borders without the labor of hand polishing. Ideal for display cases, signage, and acrylic enclosures.
Post-fabrication chemical process that exposes transparent plastic parts (acrylic, PC, PETG) to solvent vapor, melting and smoothing the surface micro-layer to dramatically improve optical clarity and gloss. Removes machining lines and produces crystal-clear transparent parts — essential for prototype lenses, light guides, display windows, fluidic chambers, and medical components requiring optical transparency.
Post-fabrication manual polishing with progressively finer abrasive compounds and buffing wheels, removing machining tool marks, scratches, and surface imperfections to produce a smooth glossy finish. Labor-intensive but flexible ideal for custom fabricated plastic parts where automated polishing is not feasible or where localized defect removal and cosmetic refinement are needed for presentation-quality components.
Post-fabrication sanding with progressively finer grit sandpaper (typically 240–600 grit) produces a uniform low-gloss matte non-reflective surface. Hides machining marks, scratches, and surface inconsistencies while providing a soft tactile feel. Used for HDPE, UHMW, and nylon components where a durable, non-glare, fingerprint-resistant matte appearance is desired for industrial and functional parts.
CO2 or fiber laser cutting of plastic sheet (acrylic, PETG, polycarbonate) produces a clean, smooth, slightly heat-polished fused edge with no mechanical burrs. The laser beam melts and vaporizes the material, leaving a glossy transparent edge on acrylic — often requiring no secondary polishing. Ideal for intricate cutouts, signage, display components, and precision sheet fabrication.
Thermoforming process that heats plastic sheet (acrylic, polycarbonate, ABS) to its glass transition temperature and bends it over a form tool to create precise angles and curved shapes. Produces clean, smooth bend radii with consistent surface finish no tool marks at the bend. Used for display stands, guards, enclosures, signage, and custom fabricated parts requiring 3D formed shapes from flat sheet stock.
Assembly process that uses solvent cement (e.g., dichloromethane for acrylic) to chemically bond plastic parts at the molecular level, creating a seamless, invisible, transparent joint with no mechanical fasteners or adhesive lines. Produces strong, leak-proof bonds for acrylic tanks, display cases, enclosures, and fluidic devices. The joint is as clear and strong as the parent material when properly executed.
Post-fabrication spray painting in any custom color (matte, satin, gloss, metallic) followed by screen printing or pad printing for logos, labels, buttons, and graphics. Applied over a primed plastic surface for uniform color and adhesion. Allows custom fabricated plastic parts to match production aesthetics widely used for control panels, instrument faces, enclosures, and marketing/showcase components requiring exact brand color and graphic printing.
Custom surface texture created by CNC engraving, chemical etching, or embossing to produce raised or recessed patterns (diamond grip, leather grain, stipple, geometric designs) on plastic surfaces. Adds tactile grip, hides scratches, and provides a premium custom feel. Used for grip panels, handle covers, consumer product housings, and any custom fabricated plastic part requiring a specific textured surface for ergonomic, anti-slip, or aesthetic purposes.
