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Materials & Finishing
The materials we print in, and the finishing that turns a printed part into a ready-to-use one.
Materials
Filament and resin lots are tracked, and the material ID is recorded for each job.
| Material | Form | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| PLA | FDM filament | Prototypes, fit checks and display parts |
| PETG | FDM filament | Functional parts, fixtures and guards |
| ABS | FDM filament | Functional parts and enclosures |
| ASA | FDM filament | Functional parts used outdoors |
| Photopolymer resin | Resin printing | Fine detail and small precision parts |
Need a material that is not listed? Email quotes@xand3d.com and ask.
Finishing
Add finishing to the quote when you send your file.
| Finishing | What it does |
|---|---|
| Sanding and smoothing | Reduces visible layer lines and improves surface feel. |
| Priming and painting | Gives parts a uniform, painted surface. |
| Assembly and fitting | Multi-part jobs assembled and fitted before shipping. |
| Heat-set threaded inserts | Metal threads set into printed parts for repeated fastening. |
Not sure which material to pick?
Tell us what the part has to do and send the file. We will recommend options on your quote.