Let me show you how to create smooth mirror like surfaces by preparing the 3D prints for #electroplating. #3dprinting and metal plating combined will create convincing objects for demo, display and daily usage #diy #tutorial 

This is the stuff I used for electroforming/electroplating in this video.
Chemicals for the prints:
🛒 Bright Copper Electrolyte: https://amzn.to/3zk2S1F *
🛒 Gold Electrolyte for Pen https://amzn.to/44NNwRp *
🛒 Gold Electrolyte for Bath https://amzn.to/3D2dojE *
🛒 Copper Anode https://amzn.to/42XdwZS *

🛒 Conductive GRAPHIT Paint https://amzn.to/3YtPZhD *
🛒 Conductive Copper Paint https://amzn.to/4fzRRfC *
🛒 Galvanic Degreaser https://amzn.to/3rV4v5r *

🛒 Dolphin 1K Stopper Putty https://amzn.to/4hNk6cA *

I regulary use these printers:
🛒 ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra 12K https://amzn.to/40bdDBJ *
🛒 ELEGOO Mars 5 Ultra https://amzn.to/4acjcDD *
🛒 Bambu Lab Printers https://amzn.to/4i7vY92 *

Gear i used:
🛒 3M Respirator https://amzn.to/437B54Y *
🛒 3M ABE1 Filter https://amzn.to/41o0sOA *
🛒 Airbrush booth https://amzn.to/40bDR7m *
🛒 Peak Tech 20A Power Supply https://amzn.to/49WWAa3 *
🛒 Sony Alpha 7 IV https://amzn.to/4iRKLG6 *
🛒 Proxxon Hand Sander https://amzn.to/4fzmHVv *

(*) These links are affiliate links. From time to time, I recommend products I know well and use, and, as a result, I may receive a commision if you purchase them using the affiliate link. Puchasig from affiliate links is at no extra cost to you.

▶ Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:54 Removing coarse artifacts from print
02:05 Spray filler method smoothing 3D prints
03:03 1K Putty method smoothing 3D prints
03:50 Resin smoothing 3D prints
05:16 How to make 3D prints conductive
06:32 Electroplating on Graphite paint / Copper paint
08:20 Post Processing, Grinding and Polishing 3D Prints
08:46 Electroplating Gold and Nickel on 3D prints
09:37 What to do with all the jewelry? Conclusion and Results

▶ All my vase models
https://www.printables.com/model/1201752-set-of-vases-with-stopper

YouTube

Learn how to remove the layer lines from FDM 3D prints and achieve a mirror finish through electroplating. The tutorial covers three methods for smoothing prints: using an exacto knife and sandpaper, applying spray filler and primer, and using resin. Safety tips for handling chemicals, preparing the prints with conductive paint, and the entire electroplating process are also included.

How to Mirror Electroplating FDM 3D Prints | FULL TUTORIAL