Discover the 10+ surface finishing options available for your vacuum cast projects.
This list features common vacuum casting finishes. For additional custom finishes—such as water transfer printing, pad printing, and more—please contact us at info@hlhrapid.com. Click the image below to enlarge.
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High Gloss | Smooth, Shiny | Produces an extremely smooth and reflective surface, achieved using a polished master or high-gloss paint/coating. | Control panels, smart speaker shells, parts needing high-end visual effects |
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Semi-gloss | Smooth, Shiny | Provides a smooth surface with moderate reflectivity, achieved via a polished master or semi-gloss coating. | Control panels, smart speaker shells, parts needing high-end visual effects |
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Satin | Smooth but not Glossy | Smooth surface with low gloss and minimal reflectivity, giving a soft, elegant appearance. | Consumer products, medical device enclosures |
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Matte | Matte, Grainy Surface | Dull, non-reflective finish. Achieved from a matte/textured master or as-cast surface. | Functional housings, industrial parts |
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Textured | Similar to VDI 24–38 Textured Finish | Custom surface texture on the master, replicated in mould for grip or decorative effects. | Grips, handles, automotive panels |
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Clear Transparent | High Polish, Transparent | Achieves PMMA- or PC-like transparency. | Lenses, clear enclosures, headlights, LED panels, aesthetic parts |
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Semi Transparent | Translucent, Cloudy Transparent | Great way to achieve translucent, cloudy, or frosted that allow light to pass while diffusing visibility through the urethane cast part. | Light diffusers, indicator covers, lampshades |
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Dyeing | Black, Pantone/RAL colours | Provides consistent color throughout the part by adding pigments or dyes directly to the liquid polyurethane resin before moulding. | Small batch production, electronic housings |
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Spray Painting | Black, Pantone/RAL colours | Provides a wide range of visual effects. Urethane cast parts can be spray painted to high standards. | Enclosures, cover and housings, decorative panels |
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Metallic | Metallic Effect | Gives a metallic look through chrome plating or chrome-effect paints, primarily for decorative purposes. | Knobs, trims, decorative automotive and electronic parts |
Discover the 10+ surface finishing options available for your vacuum cast projects.
