Metal 3D printing, also known as metal additive manufacturing, is a process of creating solid metal parts directly from digital 3D models by building them layer by layer. Unlike traditional subtractive manufacturing (like CNC machining), which removes material from a solid block, metal 3D printing adds material only where needed, reducing waste and enabling highly complex geometries.
Key Features:
• Works with metals like titanium, stainless steel, aluminum, Inconel, copper, and tool steels
• Capable of producing complex, lightweight, and custom parts
• Enables low-volume production without the need for expensive tooling
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Advantages:
• Design freedom: Create internal channels, lattice structures, and organic shapes
• Rapid production: Shorter lead times from design to part
• Material savings: Near-net-shape manufacturing with minimal waste
• Customization: Perfect for prototypes, medical implants, and aerospace parts
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🏭 Applications:
• Aerospace: Jet engine components, structural brackets
• Medical: Orthopedic implants, dental prosthetics
• Automotive: Lightweight performance parts
• Tooling: Custom inserts, molds with conformal cooling
• Energy: Turbine blades, heat exchangers