--- title: "Vapor Smoothing Systems: SFX to SF100 | AMT PostPro" description: "Four PostPro vapor smoothing systems, one process: desktop SFX and SF2X, industrial SF50 and SF100. Compare chambers, cycles, materials and prices." canonical: https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/ updated: 2026-10-09 type: family --- PostPro vapor smoothing systems # From the bench to the production floor. AMT’s PostPro systems seal and smooth 3D printed parts in one automated vapor smoothing cycle. Every size runs the same four stages: conditioning, processing, curing and drying.[1] Choose the chamber that fits your builds. [Request a quote](https://amtechnologies.com/quote/) [Test your parts, free](https://benchmarking.amtechnologies.com/submit) No cost to evaluate · Parts returned · Typical turnaround 2–3 weeks[2] Compare all four [See starting prices](https://amtechnologies.com/pricing/) [Talk to an engineer](https://share.hsforms.com/1fJ9HDr-SRF2NQL0Ez4SoNA45o6d) The originals of automated vapor smoothing[3] · [patented process](https://amtechnologies.com/patents/)[4] - [PostPro SFX](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/postpro-sfx-desktop-vapor-smoothing-system/) - [PostPro SF2X](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/postpro-sf2x/) - [PostPro SF50](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/postpro-sf50/) - [PostPro SF100](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/postpro-sf100/) SF100 height 1830 mm[4] PostPro SFX, SF2X, SF50 and SF100 to scale by height, on one ground line.[4] Compare ## Desktop or industrial, side by side. Two desktop systems and two industrial systems. All four run the same process; the chamber sets how much goes in per cycle. PostPro vapor smoothing systems: specifications and starting prices | | 01 Desktop Single-phase power and Safe-Pour consumable cartridges.[4] | | 02 Industrial Three-phase cabinets with an HD touchscreen and MES/ERP connectivity.[4] | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Specification | PostPro SFX | PostPro SF2X | PostPro SF50 | PostPro SF100 | | Sized for[1,4] | Desktop · R&D and low-volume production | Desktop · scalable throughput, double the SFX chamber capacity | Industrial · low-volume production of end-use parts | Industrial · high-volume production | | Chamber W × D × H[1,5] | 190 × 320 × 190 mm | 260 × 390 × 260 mm | 400 × 300 × 400 mm | 400 × 600 × 400 mm | | Chamber volume[1,5] | 11.5 L | 26.4 L | 50 L | 100 L | | Cycle[1] | up to 2 h | up to 2 h | up to 2 h | up to 2 h | | External size W × D × H[4] | 450 × 500 × 845 mm | 510 × 540 × 920 mm | 830 × 1400 × 1830 mm | 830 × 1400 × 1830 mm | | Weight[4] | 82 kg | 106 kg | 800 kg | 850 kg | | Power[4] | Single-phase, 230 V or 120 V | Single-phase, 230 V or 120 V | Three-phase, 400 V or 480 V, 50/60 Hz | Three-phase, 400 V or 480 V, 50/60 Hz | | Touchscreen[4,6] | 7-inch touchscreen | 7-inch touchscreen | HD touchscreen | HD touchscreen | | Finishing agents[1,5,7] | FA5802 (Pure) · FA9202 | FA5802 (Pure) | FA5802 (Pure) · FA326 · FA9202 | FA5802 (Pure) · FA326 · FA9202 | | Technologies[1,5,7,8] | MJF, SLS, SAF, HSS; FDM (Ultem, Onyx) | MJF, SLS, HSS; FDM (Ultem, Onyx) | MJF, SLS, SAF, HSS; FDM (including Ultem, Onyx, ABS and ASA) | MJF, SLS, SAF, HSS; FDM (including Ultem, Onyx, ABS and ASA) | | Materials[1,4,5,7] | PA12 · PA11 · TPU · PP (FA9202) · FDM (Ultem, Onyx) | PA12 · PA11 · TPU · FDM (Ultem, Onyx) | PA12 · PA11 · TPU · TPE · PP (FA9202) · FDM (Ultem, Onyx, ABS, ASA) | PA12 · PA11 · TPU · TPE · PP (FA9202) · FDM (Ultem, Onyx, ABS, ASA) | | From | $22,900 | $31,900 | $88,900 Plus the ancillaries pack, supplied with every SF50. | $154,900 Plus the ancillaries pack, supplied with every SF100.[6] | | Next steps | [Explore the PostPro SFX](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/postpro-sfx-desktop-vapor-smoothing-system/) [Request a quote for the SFX](https://amtechnologies.com/quote/?model=sfx) | [Explore the PostPro SF2X](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/postpro-sf2x/) [Request a quote for the SF2X](https://amtechnologies.com/quote/?model=sf2x) | [Explore the PostPro SF50](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/postpro-sf50/) [Request a quote for the SF50](https://amtechnologies.com/quote/?model=sf50) | [Explore the PostPro SF100](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/postpro-sf100/) [Request a quote for the SF100](https://amtechnologies.com/quote/?model=sf100) | Automate the SF100 Automated loading and unloading for PostPro SF100 systems, including existing installs.[4] Tray recognition selects the recipe · 24/7 unattended production[9] Auto Load/Unload Module for SF Price on quotation [Explore automation (DMS)](https://amtechnologies.com/products/digital-manufacturing-systems/) Starting prices, excl. tax and shipping; the SF50 and SF100 prices are for the machine. Bundles, options, installation, care packs and consumables are priced in your quotation. [Starting prices and quotations](https://amtechnologies.com/pricing/) [Calculate ROI](https://amtechnologies.com/roi/) [Talk to an engineer](https://share.hsforms.com/1fJ9HDr-SRF2NQL0Ez4SoNA45o6d) [Compare vapor smoothing systems](https://amtechnologies.com/learn/vapor-smoothing-systems-compared/) How it works ## One cycle, every size. The same four stages run in every PostPro system, from the desktop SFX to the SF100. The chamber size is what changes.[1] The AMT demo manifold in a PostPro chamber, as printed, then after a cycle. 1. 01 Conditioning Parts are conditioned in the chamber to reach the right processing conditions. 2. 02 Processing Vaporized consumable is injected into the chamber and smooths part surfaces under controlled conditions. 3. 03 Curing The consumable is removed from the surface and the surface resolidifies. 4. 04 Drying Parts are dried so no consumable remains in the chamber, ready for use. 5. Cycle up to 2 hours Every system Materials ## What each system smooths. Powder-bed and FDM materials, by system. Grade lists by finishing agent are on the consumables page. Materials by system | Material | SFX | SF2X | SF50 | SF100 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | PA12[1] Polyamide 12 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | | PA11[1] Polyamide 11 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | | TPU[1] Thermoplastic polyurethane | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | | TPE[1] Thermoplastic elastomer | Not listed | Not listed | Yes | Yes | | PP (FA9202)[7,10,11] Polypropylene (PP) | Yes | [Ask an engineer about polypropylene on the SF2X](https://amtechnologies.com/contact-us/?topic=ask&item=the+polypropylene+configuration+of+the+PostPro+SF2X#message) | Yes | Yes | | FDM[1,4,5,7,8,12] FDM materials | Yes Ultem, Onyx | Yes Ultem, Onyx | Yes Ultem, Onyx, ABS, ASA | Yes Ultem, Onyx, ABS, ASA | More with FA326 100+ thermoplastics with FA326 on SF50 and SF100[7] Finishing agents - FA5802 (Pure) Works in SFX · SF2X · SF50 · SF100[5,7] - FA326 High performance · 100+ thermoplastics Works in SF50 · SF100[7] - FA9202 Polypropylene Works in SFX · SF50 · SF100[7] [Find the right finishing agent](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/consumables/#matrix) Results ## In production, and on test. Customer stories, and AMT’s best published test results. - [![A partial hand prosthesis gripping a box under running water](https://amtechnologies.com/img/tr-point-designs-960.webp) Point Designs PostPro SFX Smooth, sealed surfaces that improve comfort and hygiene.[13] Case study, Jul 2026. Read the case study: Point Designs](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/case-studies/3d-printed-partial-hand-prostheses/) - [![Hydrogen fuel-cell drone in flight low over open desert at dusk](https://amtechnologies.com/img/tr-intelligent-energy-960.webp) Intelligent Energy × Graphite AM PostPro SF100 Surface sealing, durability and resistance to environmental exposure.[14] Case study, Jan 2026. Read the case study: Intelligent Energy × Graphite AM](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/case-studies/3d-printed-uav-components/) - [![Protolabs production floor: a row of industrial 3D printers under extraction ducting](https://amtechnologies.com/img/tr-protolabs-960.webp) Protolabs HP MJF Flame-retardant parts with improved surface quality and UL94 V-0 compliance.[15] Case study, Jun 2026. Read the case study: Protolabs](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/case-studies/flame-retardant-3d-printed-parts/) Best published results - Finish 13.42 → 1.18 µm Surface roughness[16], published before October 2024 - Strength up to +38% Elongation at break[17], published before October 2024 - Accuracy ≤ 0.4% Dimensional change[17,18], published before October 2024 - Sealing up to +7% Burst pressure[18], published before October 2024 Results depend on the material and finishing agent used.[6] [All case studies](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/case-studies/) [All whitepapers](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/whitepapers/) [All published test results](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/consumables/#results) Questions ## Questions buyers ask. Short answers. Anything else, [ask an engineer](https://amtechnologies.com/contact-us/?topic=engineer#engineer). ### Which PostPro system should I choose? Choose by chamber and setting. The desktop SFX (190 × 320 × 190 mm) and SF2X (260 × 390 × 260 mm) run on single-phase power; the industrial SF50 (400 × 300 × 400 mm) and SF100 (400 × 600 × 400 mm) are three-phase cabinets.[1,4,5] The configurator recommends a system from your parts and volume: [Help me choose](https://amtechnologies.com/configurator/). ### Which materials and print processes work? PA12, PA11 and TPU on all four systems, TPE on the SF50 and SF100, and polypropylene with FA9202 on the SFX, SF50 and SF100.[1,7] Parts from powder-bed and FDM printers: MJF, SLS, SAF, HSS and FDM.[1] ### How much does a PostPro system cost? Each system’s starting price is in the comparison table above and on the [pricing page](https://amtechnologies.com/pricing/). [Request a quotation](https://amtechnologies.com/quote/) for your configuration, options, installation and care packs. ### Does vapor smoothing change part dimensions? In AMT's published tests, the dimensional change after vapor smoothing was ≤ 0.4%[17,18]. Results depend on the material and finishing agent used.[6] Free benchmark ## Send us a part. We’ll send it back vapor smoothed. The fastest way to judge a surface is to hold it. Submit your parts online and ship them with a prepaid label. Our technicians vapor smooth them on the right PostPro system for the job, then send them back with before-and-after photos and a full benchmark report. [Test your parts, free](https://benchmarking.amtechnologies.com/submit) [Request a quote](https://amtechnologies.com/quote/) No cost to evaluate · Parts returned · Typical turnaround 2–3 weeks[2] [Help me choose](https://amtechnologies.com/configurator/) [Calculate ROI](https://amtechnologies.com/roi/) [Talk to an engineer](https://share.hsforms.com/1fJ9HDr-SRF2NQL0Ez4SoNA45o6d) [Find a partner near you](https://amtechnologies.com/postpro-partners/) 1. 01Your parts arrive, as printed ![Hands lifting a bag of rough, gray, as-printed parts out of a shipping carton](https://amtechnologies.com/img/bm-01-960.webp) 2. 02Hung on the rack ![As-printed parts being hung on wire hooks under a smoothing rack](https://amtechnologies.com/img/bm-02-960.webp) 3. 03Into the smoothing chamber ![The loaded rack sliding into the chamber of a PostPro vapor smoothing system](https://amtechnologies.com/img/bm-03-960.webp) 4. 04Back to you, vapor smoothed ![The same parts after vapor smoothing, now black and glossy, bagged to ship back](https://amtechnologies.com/img/bm-04-960.webp) AMT benchmark: parts as printed in the first three frames, vapor smoothed in the last. ## Sources 1. [Vapor smoothing: SF and X-series family page and SFX, SF2X, SF50, SF100 product pages](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/) · AMT · read Oct 6, 2026 · also [AMT](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/postpro-sfx-desktop-vapor-smoothing-system/) · also [AMT](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/postpro-sf2x/) · also [AMT](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/postpro-sf50/) · also [AMT](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/postpro-sf100/) 2. [PostPro benchmarking: send us your 3D printed parts](https://benchmarking.amtechnologies.com/) · AMT · read Oct 6, 2026 3. [AMT company statement: world's largest installed base of automated vapor smoothing systems; first automated vapor smoothing system for powder-bed parts (PostPro3D); largest patent portfolio in vapor smoothing](https://amtechnologies.com/about/) · AMT · Oct 6, 2026 4. [AMT PostPro brochure: automated post-processing systems for additive manufacturing, V4.0 (June 2026)](https://info.amtechnologies.com/download-document?document_name=brochure) · AMT · Jun 2026 5. [PostPro SF2X product page](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/postpro-sf2x/) · AMT · read Oct 6, 2026 6. [AMT product reference, Sam Martin (Business Development Manager), website review 9 Oct 2026](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/) · AMT · Oct 9, 2026 7. [Vapor smoothing consumables: PostPro Pure (FA5802), FA326 and FA9202](https://amtechnologies.com/products/vapor-smoothing/consumables/) · AMT · read Oct 6, 2026 8. [PostPro compatible material list: PostPro SFX, FA5802, V9.0](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/documents/postpro-sfx-compatible-materials-list/) · AMT · Dec 2025 9. [PostPro Digital Manufacturing System (DMS)](https://amtechnologies.com/products/digital-manufacturing-systems/) · AMT · read Oct 6, 2026 10. [PostPro compatible material list: PostPro PP, FA9202, V1.3](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/documents/sf-fa9202-polypropylene-compatible-materials-list/) · AMT · Nov 2024 11. [PostPro compatible material list: PostPro SFX, FA9202, V2.0](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/documents/sfx-pp-compatible-materials-list/) · AMT · Jun 2025 12. [PostPro compatible material list: FA326, V6.1](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/documents/compatible-materials-list/) · AMT · Apr 2025 13. [Designing 3D-printed partial hand prostheses patients want to wear (Point Designs case study)](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/case-studies/3d-printed-partial-hand-prostheses/) · AMT · Jul 2, 2026 14. [Lightweight hydrogen UAV components enhanced through vapor smoothing (Intelligent Energy case study)](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/case-studies/3d-printed-uav-components/) · AMT · Jan 27, 2026 15. [Flame-retardant 3D-printed parts with UL94 V-0 compliance (Protolabs case study)](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/case-studies/flame-retardant-3d-printed-parts/) · AMT · Jun 3, 2026 16. [Ultrasint TPU01 enhancement with PostPro vapor smoothing (whitepaper)](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/whitepapers/surface-enhancement-of-ultrasint-tpu01-parts-by-postpro-vapor-smoothing/) · AMT · Nov 7, 2022 17. [Vapor smoothing voxeljet's HSS PA12 with AMT PostPro (whitepaper)](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/whitepapers/vapor-smoothing-voxeljets-hss-pa12-with-amt-postpro/) · AMT · Feb 6, 2024 18. [Performance improvements of vapor smoothed SLS PA2200 parts (whitepaper)](https://amtechnologies.com/resources/whitepapers/performance-improvements-of-vapour-smoothed-sls-pa2200-parts/) · AMT · Jan 8, 2024