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Bead blasting

Term · Additive manufacturing and 3D printing · MLC-T-ADM-000027

A post-processing technique that propels small, spherical media, such as glass beads, at a 3D printed part's surface using compressed air. This process removes loose powder, smooths rough textures, and creates a uniform matte finish. The media size and pressure are adjusted based on the desired surface finish and material.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-ADM-000027
FieldAdditive manufacturing and 3D printing
Record as JSON
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  "id": "MLC-T-ADM-000027",
  "term": "Bead blasting",
  "field": "Additive manufacturing and 3D printing",
  "definition": "A post-processing technique that propels small, spherical media, such as glass beads, at a 3D printed part's surface using compressed air. This process removes loose powder, smooths rough textures, and creates a uniform matte finish. The media size and pressure are adjusted based on the desired surface finish and material.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/additive-manufacturing/bead-blasting/"
}

Record 35 of 451 in Additive manufacturing and 3D printing terminology (MLC-0112). Request the full dataset.