Really impressive. Existing metal 3D printing is too slow and the machines and feedstock are too expensive. You've really got something here. Brilliant.
Just imagine having "multiple independent electrodes" (Speed) + "CNC subtractive machining" (AM hybrid) + option for "smaller weld flux powder & electrodes" (for finer work) where each 'could' be controlled by 5 axis arm (x3) on the same platform.
Similar jobs also have been done in our lab with different feedstock materials (steel but not 316L), it turns out the impact toughness (CVNE) can be enhanced to nearly 2 times better than regular weld.
It peels off rather quickly, unless you’re doing stainless, in which case you would have to stop between passes, which you would have to do anyways to keep your I interpass temperature in spec.
i am about to buy my first robot to do a simple frame welding routine, but ultimately to practice additive MIG welding. I think for it would be great for thin cross sections, then the same robot would change tool to finish with angle and die grinders. Maybe it would be more interesting for both of us to meet in your shop?
Hi Peter, we would love to have you come over and visit our facility. Send us your info to info@arcspecialties.com and we will get in contact with you on the particulars.
This looks really cool, though I think part of the appeal of typical welding metal 3D printers is that you can do very complex shapes (that you couldn't normally/easily do with casting) e.g. organic or cellular style frames for planes or boats.
Yes but with this type of additive manufacturing (called directed energy deposition), you have a faster construction rate and you can build much larger structures. Also reparations and multiple material parts are easier to do.
