Alchemist 1 Accufacture has integrated Spanish firm Meltio’s wire-laser metal deposition technology into this robotic additive manufacturing cell. The cell incorporates a Fanuc six-axis robot and two-axis positioner within a laser-safe enclosure. The system also includes a complimentary Meltio Space robotic slicer software license, or customers can choose to use other slicer technologies.
What’s new? The Alchemist 1. Orders are being accepted now, with the first deliveries to begin this fall.
Benefits Faster turnaround for new components and reduced cost, compared with production by traditional machining methods. The system provides eight-axis motion for effortless fabrication of intricate geometries and a generous build volume, and can achieve a density level of 99.998 percent. Its portable metal enclosure enhances mobility and adaptability across various manufacturing environments. Accufacture sees the Alchemist 1 as a solid addition for tool and die shops, mold manufacturers and the companies using these tools, and says it is an affordable option for any size manufacturer.
Meltio US, east of the Mississippi: 978-697-4258; west of the Mississippi: 915-282-3437; www.meltio3d.com
Accufacture LLC, Rochester Hills, Mich., 734-730-3678, www.accufacture.com
Vital Statistics
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Size of Class 1 laser safe enclosure |
About 13.3 feet by 7.7 feet by 9.7 feet |
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Laser |
6x 200-watt coaxial Class IV lasers |
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Maximum build volume |
About 4.6 feet in diameter by 3.9 feet tall (with interpolation); 6.6 feet by 3.3 feet by 3.3 feet (without interpolation) |
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External feeders |
Wire feedstock from BS 300 spools or drums |
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Materials tested |
Mild steel ER70S, tool steel H11, stainless steel 316L and 17-4PH, Inconel 625 and 718, Invar 36, titanium 64. |
David Tillett | Associate Editor
Associate Editor David Tillett writes and edits for Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing, Plastics Recycling and The Journal of Blow Molding. He covers new products, industry news, patents and consumer and business equipment. He has more than 20 years of experience in daily newspaper, online and magazine journalism.
