Laser metal 3D printing technology mainly includes SLM (laser selective melting technology) and LENS (laser engineering net shaping technology), among which SLM technology is the mainstream technology currently used. This technology uses laser to melt each layer of powder and produce adhesion between different layers. In conclusion, this process loops layer by layer until the entire object is formed. SLM technology overcomes the troubles in the process of manufacturing complex-shaped metal parts with traditional technology. It can directly form almost completely dense metal parts with good mechanical properties, and the precision and mechanical properties of the formed parts are excellent.
Compared with the low precision of traditional 3D printing (no light is needed), laser 3D printing is better in shaping effect and precision control. The materials used in laser 3D printing are mainly divided into metals and non-metals。Metal 3D printing is known as the vane of the development of the 3D printing industry. The development of the 3D printing industry largely depends on the development of the metal printing process, and the metal printing process has many advantages that the traditional processing technology (such as CNC) does not have.
In recent years, CARMANHAAS Laser has also actively explored the application field of metal 3D printing. With years of technical accumulation in the optical field and excellent product quality, it has established stable cooperative relations with many 3D printing equipment manufacturers. The single-mode 200-500W 3D printing laser optical system solution launched by the 3D printing industry has also been unanimously recognized by the market and end users. It is currently mainly used in auto parts, aerospace (engine), military products, medical equipment, dentistry, etc.
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