Identify the printed material
Printed metal and polymer parts need different assessments. Record the material, printing route, surface condition, porosity and post-processing already performed.
Allow for the coating and finishing
A deposited layer changes surface dimensions. Coating does not automatically improve dimensional accuracy; the required allowance, preparation and final finishing must be agreed against the drawing.
Separate electrical and mechanical requirements
A wear coating does not establish suitable electrical-contact performance. Where conductivity is the purpose, specify the contact or circuit requirement and obtain application-specific process evidence.
Confirm a feasible route
Share the base material, component drawing, working area, dimensions, coating requirement and inspection criteria. Suitability and the finishing route must be agreed for the actual component. Non-conductive substrates and printed porosity require specialist process review; do not assume a route for solid machined steel also suits a printed polymer. DVS printed-part capability is not established by this overview.