Transparent / Reflective multi material model

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by 414686_deleted, Sep 4, 2013.

  1. Hello Everyone,

    I'm wondering if it's possible to have a 3d model, with two material, one fully transparent and other one fully reflective. for example I want to know if it's possible to have a transparent tube with a mirror cap.

    Thanks
    Ali
     
  2. stonysmith
    stonysmith Well-Known Member Moderator
    Shapeways currently has no printer that will mix two materials into a single print.
    They also have no printer that produces a truly transparent "clear" material.

    But, we can continue to anxiously await such a day......
     
  3. How if we make all with one material and then cover the cap with reflective material? is that possible in post-processing?
     
  4. Youknowwho4eva
    Youknowwho4eva Well-Known Member
    You could print in transparent detail or FUD and polish to near clear transparency. Then you could coat the parts you want to have a mirror finish.
     
  5. Is it part of Shapeways service or should I do it myself?
     
  6. Youknowwho4eva
    Youknowwho4eva Well-Known Member
    You would have to do this yourself
     
  7. Don't you provide any gluing service, if I split my design into two parts, each part with different material?
     
  8. Youknowwho4eva
    Youknowwho4eva Well-Known Member
    The only post production services we offer are in our material options (polishing, dying, plating).