Metal 3D printing is an innovative technology that uses CAD drawings to directly create "impossible products". The advantage of this manufacturing method is that it can produce strong structures, complex geometries, internal lattice structures, shaped cold runners, and other features that cannot be achieved by traditional production methods. Metal 3D printing can manufacture products in the most material-saving way in a very short time. This next-generation printing technology is suitable for aerospace, medical, automotive, and many other industries.
With JR's 3D printing services, you can manufacture the most complex and high-quality products.
What is metal 3D printing?
3D using metal 3D printing is an umbrella term for several technologies. In general, any technology that makes metal objects by layer-by-layer sintering, melting and welding can be called metal 3D printing. However, this definition is not complete, but please ignore unimportant technical details and consider the main advantages and disadvantages of using metal 3d printing.
The main advantages of metal 3D printing
Most people think that CNC machining can make basically everything. But in fact "basically" sometimes it is necessary to make new equipment before making a part with a high degree of complexity. This is the main advantage of metal 3D printing - it can create objects with almost unlimited shapes and complex shapes. Other advantages of using metal 3D printing are:
1. 3D printers can create intricate details faster than traditional manufacturing methods.
2. Lower cost than traditional manufacturing methods.
3. Depending on the chosen technique, fine objects with extremely minute details can be produced.
4. 3D printing details can be combined, ultimately saving time and money.
5. More complex composition means parts can be lighter without sacrificing strength. This is why 3D printing parts are in such high demand in the aerospace industry. Metal 3D printing wastes almost no material.
Metal 3D printing
First, you need (you provide) 3D drawings of the product design. Next, we use special software to divide the drawing into multiple cross-sections, each with a thickness of 30 microns, which are superimposed to form the final shape of the product.
In order to achieve the best results, our engineers need to study the drawings carefully first, so as to optimize the corresponding processing procedures. This may include adding support structures to avoid deformation of the product due to gravity during processing. These support structures are removed after the machining is complete. The metal 3D printing equipment used by JR is BLT or EOS. This is the industry's leading rapid prototyping metal 3D printer.
Material
At present, JR provides metal 3D printing services of titanium alloy, stainless steel, and aluminum alloy, each material has its own unique advantages in performance, weight, and corrosion resistance. Considering the cost factor, our engineers are happy to suggest the most suitable material based on your product features and project budget.
Post-processing service
Metal 3D printing requires some post-processing to compensate for its limitations. JR's 3D printing service, it's a quick and easy process that utilizes CNC equipment for milling, turning, drilling, grinding, etc. to remove excess material. We also provide a series of post-processing services to ensure that the product achieves the surface effect you want.
In general, 3D printing is the first choice when other technologies cannot produce complex and delicate parts efficiently and easily.