SLS Post-Processing
New in the range: DyeMansion ASM VX1 – the entry into professional vapor smoothing
Apr
Today, additive manufacturing enables the production of components with complex geometries, high functionality and great design freedom. However, one thing often remains a challenge: the surface. Raw parts that are produced using an SLS 3D printer naturally have a slightly rough, porous structure. This is precisely where the new DyeMansion ASM VX1 comes in, which we now have in our range.
What is vapor smoothing anyway?
Vapor smoothing is a post-processing method in which the top layer of a 3D-printed component is specifically dissolved and restructured. The material is slightly liquefied by a solvent in a vapour state, which reorganizes and compacts the surface.
The result:
- Smooth, closed surfaces
- Reduced porosity
- Improved mechanical properties
Vapor Smoothing is therefore not just about looks, but also about function.
The DyeMansion ASM VX1 at a glance
The DyeMansion ASM VX1 is a compact, easy-to-use system for professional vapor smoothing – making it the ideal entry-level solution for the industrial post-processing of 3D printed parts. The system was specifically developed to make high-quality surface finishes accessible to a wide audience – without complex infrastructure or elaborate processes.
The most important features:
- Plug-and-play system: ready for immediate use, no complex setup
- Compact all-in-one design: ideal even where space is limited
- Largest process chamber in its class: high capacity utilization per cycle
- Support for common materials: PA12, PA11 and TPU
- Safe, sustainable solvent system: PFAS-free and cartridge-based
Thanks to these features, the DyeMansion ASM VX1 enables professional results with easy integration into existing processes.
From the raw part to the end product
The ASM VX1 is part of DyeMansion’s so-called print-to-product workflow. This means that 3D-printed components are no longer just regarded as prototypes, but can become real end products through targeted post-processing.
Typical improvements through vapor smoothing:
- Surface becomes similar to injection molding
- Components become denser and therefore more resistant to breakage
- Parts are more resistant to dirt and moisture
More than just looks: the decisive advantage
An often underestimated effect of vapor smoothing is the mechanical improvement of the components. A more homogeneous structure is created by selectively dissolving and re-bonding the top layers of material. This leads to
- higher stability
- improved load capacity
- Less susceptibility to breakage
Our comparison video also shows precisely this effect: A reworked component can withstand significantly more than an untreated one.
When is the DyeMansion ASM VX1 the right solution?
The DyeMansion ASM VX1 is aimed in particular at companies that:
- want to bring their post-processing in-house
- Want to finish prototypes and small series efficiently
- are looking for a cost-effective entry-level solution
- require high-quality surfaces without having a large-scale industrial plant at your disposal
Typical areas of application:
- functional prototypes
- End components in small batches
- Housing and visible components
- Applications with high hygiene or tightness requirements
Simple process, reproducible results
The operation of the DyeMansion ASM VX1 is deliberately kept simple:
- Inserting components
- Insert suitable cartridge
- Select degree of smoothing
- Start process
The entire process is automated and delivers reproducible results – regardless of the user’s experience.
Conclusion: The logical next step in 3D printing
The DyeMansion ASM VX1 closes a gap in the 3D printing process: the transition from the raw part to the finished product.
The combination of:
- simple operation
- High process reliability
- and significantly improved component quality
makes the DyeMansion ASM VX1 an attractive solution for anyone who wants to take their additive manufacturing to the next level.
Want to see the difference for yourself?
We would be happy to show you the potential of the DyeMansion ASM VX1 for your application. Test your components directly with us. Contact us, then send us your components, we will smooth them free of charge and send them back to you immediately. We will then check the results together. Contact us today and see the advantages of the DyeMansion ASM VX1 for yourself.
