Increased work envelope entry level additive manufacturing system

An enhanced entry level M1 LaserCUSING system is aimed at die casters, tool makers, contract manufacturers and model makers. It is capable of producing complex 3D components in a range of hot work steels, Inconel and stainless steel. Work envelope has been increased to 250 by 250 by 250 mm from 150 by 150 by 200 mm previously. The system also boasts a newly developed 200W fibre laser that not only enables a significant reduction in component construction time but also generates smoother and brighter surface finishes on the completed parts. Components produced by the LaserCUSING process have virtually the same characteristics as parts produced conventionally and, if required, can be machined, welded, hardened or laser eroded. Laser processing takes place in an atmosphere controlled area within the machine and the system is capable of producing layer thicknesses of between 20 and 80 micron. The semi-automated powder handling system incorporated within the machine keeps operator contact with the powder to a minimum, and the finished components are presented to the operator at the separate preparation and handling station.