The laser selectively fuses powdered material by scanning X&Y cross-sections on the surface of a powder bed. The model is built one layer at a time from supplied 3D CAD data. SLS is capable of
producing highly durable parts for real-world testing.
- Produce highly complex geometries
- Durable, high-heat and chemically resistant applications
- Impact-resistant parts for rigorous use
- Ideal for snap fits and living hinges
- Low-volume production solutions
- Major time and cost benefits
- Large build platforms available
Applications
Rapid Manufacturing
- Aerospace Hardware
- UAS - Unmanned Air Systems Hardware
- UAV - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Hardware
- UUV - Unmanned Underground Vehicle Hardware
- UGV - Unmanned Ground Vehicle Hardware
- Medical and Healthcare
- Electronics; Packaging, Connectors
- Homeland Security
- Military Hardware
Rapid Prototypes
- Functional Proof of Concept Prototypes
- Design Evaluation Models (Form, Fit & Function)
- Product Performance & Testing
- Engineering Design Verification
- Wind-Tunnel Test Models
Tooling and Patterns
- Tooling and Manufacturing Estimating Visual Aid
- Investment Casting Patterns
- Jigs and Fixtures