Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS)
Description
DMLS is an advanced powdered bed fusion (PBF) technique where a re-coater blade or roller evenly distributes powdered metal across a substrate. A high-precision laser then selectively melts the powder layer by layer to build up the desired part. This method is highly regarded in the automotive and aerospace industries for producing high-performance metal components with exceptional precision and strength.
Materials Available
- Aluminium Alloy (AlSiMg)
- Aluminum
- CO-CR Alloy (MPT)
- Chromium Bronze (QCR 1)
- Cobalt Chrome
- Copper
- Die Steel (MS1)
- Inconel
- Maraging Steel
- NI Base Superalloy (In 718)
- SS316
- SS316 L
- Titanium
- Titanium Alloy (TC4)
Technical Details
- Mechanical Properties: High strength and durability comparable to traditionally manufactured metal parts.
- Surface Finish: Rough; typically requires post-processing for smoothness.
- Dimensional Accuracy: High, within ±0.1mm.
- Max Build Size: Typically up to 250 x 250 x 325mm.
- Speed of Production: Moderate to slow.
Advantages
- Can be used to print parts with lattice structures and topology optimized designs, which can reduce weight while maintaining strength.
- Does not require support structures, which allows for more complex geometries and dimensional accuracy.
- Excellent material properties suitable for functional parts.
Available colours and finishes
- Colours: All colours are available and can be painted on top during post-processing for an additional fee. We use standard automotive-grade paint which is UV-resistant. If a RAL code is provided, we can replicate the exact colour and finish.
- Finishes: Glossy, Semi-gloss, Matt, Dead matt, Powder finish.
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