Duro-Chrome is your number one source for complete mold finishing. Trust us when we say, second best is not a phrase that we know.
MOLD POLISHING & FINISHING CHART
Professionally finished products are our only business. We understand your mold finishing and polishing needs and work closely with your to ensure not only a quality job, but also a job done to the SPI-SPE Standards.
Hardware, housewares, home accessories, automotive, advertising specialists, you name it. You won’t see our names on it, but you will see our quality craftsmanship. Duro-Chrome is proud to partner with Alliance Specialties for mold polishing needs.
Finish Type | Materials Used | Roughness Averages | Results | |
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1 | A-1 A-2 A-3 |
Grade #3 Diamond Buff Grade #6 Diamond Buff Grade #15 Diamond Buff |
0-1 1-2 2-3 |
• Mirror or optimal finishes • Most time consuming and costly finish • Steel grade important to results |
2 | B-1 B-2 B-3 |
600 Grit paper 400 Grit paper 320 Grit paper |
2-3 4-5 9-10 |
• Removes all tool and machining marks • Provides good mold release • Matte finish in molded parts, no sheen |
3 | C-1 C-2 C-3 |
600 Stone 400 Stone 320 Stone |
10-12 25-38 38-42 |
• Removes all tool and machining marks • Provides good mold release • Matte finish in molded parts, no sheen |
4 | D-1 D-2 D-3 |
Dry Glass Bead #11 Dry Blast #240 Oxide Dry Blast #24 Oxide |
10-12 26-32 190-23 |
• For decorative finishes • Often used for diecast • Helps hide shrink mark & other imperfections • Dull, non-reflecting finish on molded or cast parts |