LAB READY
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Choose the finish by function
Passivation, electropolishing, polishing and coatings solve different problems; a finish should be tied to the alloy, application and specified outcome.
Final Part Condition
Surface finishing for medical device prototypes and parts
Specify surface condition around corrosion resistance, cleanliness, wear, friction, appearance and the way the part will be evaluated.
Capability Overview
Surface Finishing built around the application
A prototype is not lab-ready simply because the geometry is complete. Surface condition can affect corrosion resistance, cleanliness, friction, wear, appearance and how mating parts behave. Lab Ready coordinates finishing with machining and additive manufacturing so masking, allowance, edge condition and final inspection can be considered before the part reaches the last operation.
7 finish groupsListed secondary finishing options
PassivationStainless steel corrosion resistance
PVD / DLCWear and friction-oriented coatings
One workflowManufacturing and finishing coordination
Planning the Work
What matters before manufacturing starts
Process selection should follow the drawing, application, material, critical features and the condition in which the part needs to arrive.
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Account for finish before manufacturing
Coating thickness, polishing stock, masking, edge condition and cosmetic requirements can affect how the underlying part should be machined or printed.
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Deliver the specified final condition
Coordinating manufacturing and finishing through the same workflow reduces the risk of a geometrically correct part arriving in the wrong evaluation condition.
Typical Applications
Where this capability fits
Stainless surgical instruments
Orthopedic prototype surfaces
Wear-oriented instrument features
Low-friction interfaces
Cosmetic evaluation parts
Corrosion-resistant final condition
Related Guidance
Continue planning the part
Use these pages to connect the process with the device category, material and next project decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Surface Finishing questions
Which surface finishes are available?
The listed catalog includes anodizing, DLC, PVD, bead blasting, polishing, electropolishing and passivation.
Should finishing be specified before quoting?
Yes. The required finish can affect material choice, machining allowance, masking, lead time and inspection.
Can finishing be coordinated with machining or printing?
Yes. The site’s service model coordinates primary manufacturing and secondary finishing as one workflow.
Have a part ready to review?
Send the CAD, quantity, material, finish and target date for a process review and quote.