SLS Dyeing
Our end-to-end SLS dyeing solution offers you a high-quality finish plus the option to have your SLS parts coloured to exact, specified requirements.
The SLS dyeing service is part of our state-of-the-art 3D Printing Suite which also includes a specialist medical material unit.
SLS parts for prototyping or additive manufacture can be precision dyed in virtually any required colour specification on a consistent and repeatable basis, for example, to match exact corporate brand guidelines.
‘Print-to-Product’ workflow
The automated cleaning, surfacing and colouring solution uses a combined three-step workflow that enables scaling from prototyping or small series to high-volume manufacturing and thus closes the manufacturing gap.
Step 1: B6 Cleaning
Automated, highly efficient, damage-preventative part cleaning, reducing lead times.
Step 2: S2 Surfacing
Automated proprietary blasting process creates dirt- and scratch-resistant surfaces and improves the look, feel and colour quality.
Step 3: D5 Colouring
Automated colouring with almost unlimited colour options. Long-lasting UV-stable colours.
Colour options
Black is our standard, in stock, colour and is run every day. In addition to Black, a range of standard colours (shown below) is available upon request. Delivery of these additional standard dye colours from our supplier is typically eight to ten days.
Dyeing of SLS parts in RAL
We can also dye SLS parts in RAL colours. An entire RAL classics palette has been developed for polyamide 12 (PA2200) parts produced by SLS. As our colouring system enables colourful parts by dyeing, not by painting or varnishing, the colour is abrasion and scratch-resistant. As a result of this, the colour impression and measured colour values are influenced by the quality of the part’s surface.
Please note: some colours cannot be achieved because the RAL colour scheme is based on industrial requirements and has not been developed specifically for dyeing. These RAL colours have metallic, neon, or extreme dark black shades.
Please contact us to find out more about dyeing SLS parts in RAL or to discuss your specific requirements.
Dyeing datasheet
Download our Dyeing datasheet to find out more about this finishing service.
Dyeing Chamber
Consistent and repeatable SLS dyeing
Our repeatable SLS dyeing service uses technology from Munich-based specialists DyeMansion, developers of the specialist, precision dyeing techniques.
For customers this opens up a whole new range of possibilities for SLS rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing, offering high levels of repeatable colour quality for 3D-printed parts across the industrial, consumer and medical sectors.
Contract SLS dyeing service
As well as colouring parts we have made for you, we also offer a contract colouring service for customers who have made the SLS parts themselves or had them made elsewhere. Contact us to discuss your requirements and ask us about pricing.
Texture your SLS & SLA part
As well as dyeing SLS parts, it is also possible to texture the surface of SLS and SLA parts. Take a look at our texturing service to find out more.
Dispatch service levels
We offer a range of service levels for 3D Printing and CNC Machining.
We never compromise on quality, so these service levels are designed to help you meet tight timescales or economy budgets.
Finishing options
We offer a range of finishing options on 3D printed parts. Please visit our Finishing page for more information.
Take the tour
We encourage our customers to visit our prototyping bureau in Royston so we can show our full range of services and answer any questions you may have about your next project. If you would like to arrange a tour, please contact us.
Request a quote
Next day dispatch: we offer a next day dispatch service for SLA, SLS, FDM, Polyjet and Figure 4 3D printed parts. All final data for our Express Service Level is required by 4.30pm to guarantee next working day dispatch.
Other service levels: we also offer Standard (3-day dispatch) and Economy (8-day dispatch) service levels.
Quote requests: we process all quote requests and orders between 8.00am and 5.00pm on business days. Quote requests received between 8.00am and 4.00pm are usually responded to on the same day. This does, however, depend on the complexity of the requirement. Quote requests received after 4.00pm will be responded to on the following business day.
Express service level: for CNC Machined parts for dispatch in 3 working days, subject to criteria. All final data for our Express Service Level is required by 4.30pm to guarantee next working day dispatch.
Other service levels: we also offer Standard (7-day dispatch) and Economy (12-day dispatch) service levels.
Quote requests: we process all quote requests and orders between 8.00am and 5.00pm on business days. Quote requests received between 8.00am and 4.00pm are usually responded to on the same day. This does, however, depend on the complexity of the requirement. Quote requests received after 4.00pm will be responded to on the following business day.
To request a quote for any of our other technologies/services, such as Vacuum Casting, Model Making and Laser Cutting, please complete this contact form.
