AM Evaluator
- Visualization of relevant process data (for example, melt pool size, powder mass flow) as a digital 3D model and over time
- Detailed analysis of process data
- Direct comparison of processes for quality assurance
- Creation of part reports
Highlights
Customer Benefits
- Simplification of process development
- Support in quality control
- Enables individual analysis and work up of process-relevant data
- Easy retrofitting of the software within the AM-Analyzer product package (Existing software can still be used)
Left: Detailed analysis of process data using 3D digital models / Right: Overview of process-relevant data and comparison of different data sets
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Technical Data
Machines
LASERTEC 65 DED
LASERTEC 65 DED hybrid
LASERTEC 125 DED hybrid
Controls
CELOS with SIEMENS
● available
LASERTEC 65 DED hybrid
Hybrid Complete Machining: Additive Manufacturing and Milling in one machine
Max. X-axis travel
28.9 in.
Max. Y-axis travel
25.6 in.
Max. Z-axis travel
22 in.
Laser power standard
3000 W
Max. workpiece weight
1322.8 lbs.
Highlights
Flexibility by utilizing combination of additive and milling machining process for 3D-parts in finished quality
- The laser head is handled by a fully automatic shuttle - without manual intervention
- 5-axis material deposition by coaxial nozzle for homogeneous powder distribution, independent from direction of laser deposition welding
- Full 5-axis milling machine in rigid monoBLOCK-design with < 129.2 ft² footprint
- Process monitoring and adaptive process-control (Closed Loop)
- User friendly and specifically developed software with operator-orientated user interface and CELOS integration
Process monitoring for highest process safety and quality management
- Continuous measuring and monitoring of the laser buildup process as well as automatic regulation of the laser power in real-time for homogeneous part qualities
Siemens NX: Complete Hybrid CAD / CAM – Module for additive and subtractive programming
- One software package for the complete process chain (design, additive process, substractive machining, finishing)
- Exclusive LASERTEC build-up strategies - fully integrated in the CAD / CAM software incl. 3D-simulation of machine and movements for collision prevention
- Shorter time-to-market due to completeted integrated PLM software integration
Completely new product design potential
- 5-axis controlled laser deposition welding in machining centers makes new products possible
- New part features possible due to alternating material deposition and machining strategies
- Improved part performance by utilizing new material combinations (e.g. Copper + Inconel)
- Parts with inner channels for innovative, improved cooling
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
LASERTEC 125 DED hybrid
Hybrid Additive Manufacturing: Building, repairing and coating of high value metal parts up to 4,409 lbs.
Max. X-axis travel
52.6 in.
Max. Y-axis travel
49.2 in.
Max. Z-axis travel
35.4 in.
Laser power standard
3000 W
Max. workpiece weight
4409.2 lbs.
Highlights
LASERTEC 125 DED hybrid - Additive Manufacturing
High flexibility of manufacturing processes by combining welding and milling on one machine for additive manufacture and repair
- The laser deposition head is handled by a fully automatic shuttle without manual intervention
- 5 axis material deposition by coaxial nozzle for homogeneous powder distribution, independent of direction of laser deposition welding
- Full 5-axis milling capability based on the monoBLOCK machine
AM Assistant for the best process reliability and comprehensive traceability
- Integrated thermal imaging camera for observation of the whole working area, adapive process control and constant monitoring of the working distance
- Powder feed rate sensor as well as automatic powder calibration.
- AM Evaluator for visualisation of the relevant process data (e. g. meltpool size, powder mass flow) as a digital 3D-model as well as in the chronological sequence
Siemens NX: Complete Hybrid CAD / CAM – Module for additive and subtractive programming
- One software package for the complete process chain (design, additive process, substractive machining, finishing)
- Exclusive LASERTEC build-up strategies - fully integrated in the CAD / CAM software incl. 3D-simulation of machine movements for collision prevention
- Change between additive and machining programming strategies all within one programming environment.
Using Multi-Materials and Gradient Materials for Improved Part Performance
- Selectively adding materials with more than 60 Rockwell to avoid heat treatment processes
- Improving cooling performance by using bronze material in the mould core
- Better materials and improved reliability in the repair process for increased service life
- Improved performance of exisitng tool designs by adding wear resistant coating
- Material gradients between hard and soft, magnetic and non-magnetic, etc.