Studio Update: New 14K Resin Workflow + QC Checklist

The new workflow (high level)

1. Pre-print prep
   • Resin temperature stabilized (prevents random viscosity drift).
   • File check: wall thickness, drain holes (if hollow), and support contact points reviewed.
2. Print
   • Orientation prioritized for clean “hero surfaces” and hidden supports.
   • “Fit-critical” parts printed with conservative settings to protect tolerances.
3. Wash
   • Two-stage rinse to keep residue from redepositing.
   • No shortcut “extra-long bath” that can soften edges over time.
4. Dry
   • Full dry before cure to prevent glossy film and chalky patches.
5. Cure
   • Controlled cure time per part type (thin vs thick) to avoid warping and brittleness.

New QC checklist (the gate)

Surface

• No sticky spots, bloom, or resin residue
• Seam line visibility checked on key faces (front, chest, and focal planes)
• Layer artifacts assessed under raking light

Geometry

• Straightness check for long thin parts (swords, spears, capes’ edges)
• Pin/slot integrity: no swollen pegs, no crushed sockets

Fit test

• Dry-fit on assemblies that historically drift
• Test-fit on magnet pockets and keyed joints

Documentation

• Batch notes logged (settings + resin lot) when a part is reprinted

Fit tolerance targets (practical)

• Press-fit pegs: designed to seat without forcing
• Keyed joints: alignment should “snap into place” by geometry, not pressure
• Magnet pockets: secure seating, no wobble, no cracking stress

What customers will notice

• Cleaner surfaces on focal areas
• Fewer “mystery gaps” on assembly
• More consistent finishes batch-to-batch
• Less sanding needed before primer or paint

Before shipping

A QC photo can be provided on request before dispatch, showing the actual parts and fit-critical areas.