Siraya Tech Aegis Matt and Clear This Looks Beautiful

Siraya Tech Aegis Clear and Matte — Review Summary

The reviewer tested Siraya Tech’s Clear and Matte coatings on 3D-printed models, as well as a combination of the two. Siraya Tech supplied the Matte product; the opinions below are based on the reviewer’s personal experience.

Application and user experience

The coatings should be shaken gently to avoid creating bubbles. The reviewer applied two coats with a brush, waiting about 20–30 minutes between coats, and recommends using several thin coats for a better result.

Clear is noticeably thinner and easier to spread. Matte is thicker and appears white when wet, which made it harder to apply evenly with a brush. The white appearance disappears as the coating dries.

The reviewer says the products can also be applied with an airbrush, reportedly diluted with water at roughly 10 parts coating to 1 part water, but cautions that this could be risky for an airbrush. Gloves are recommended, and brushes can be washed with water after use.

The coatings were not fully hardened after 30 minutes. The models were left to dry for about 36 hours before the final comparison.

Results and comparisons

• Clear: Produces a glossy, shiny finish, but layer lines remain visible.
• Matte: Gives the model a distinctly matte finish and makes layer lines less noticeable, though they are still visible. The reviewer liked the appearance but found it somewhat bland on its own.
• Clear and Matte combined: The reviewer’s favorite. It creates a balanced finish between glossy and matte. Layer lines remained visible, and the reviewer thought additional coats might reduce their visibility further.

On a sponge holder, the coating appeared to prevent water from seeping into the layer lines. A few drops remained after testing, so the reviewer described the result as similar to a previous test. They suggested the coating might help avoid trapping bacteria, but did not present this as a proven claim.

Some excess coating or residue collected at the bottoms of pieces, especially with Matte. The reviewer thought they may have applied too much and that Matte might require a lighter application. After drying, the models stuck to the container and were difficult to remove.

Verdict

The reviewer was impressed by the appearance after only two coats and preferred the Clear-and-Matte combination for its in-between finish. Clear and Matte may suit different looks, but brush application—particularly with the thicker Matte—can be uneven, and the coating takes patience to dry.

Ratings: No numerical score was given. Disclosure: Siraya Tech supplied the Matte product for testing; only the reviewer’s views are presented.