Automatic metal powder filling system for 3d printers
Ensure seamless operation of your 3D printing process with a system that delivers consistent metal powder flow, minimizes contamination risks, and maintains print quality by drying and conveying powder efficiently.
Ensures Continuous Metal Powder Supply
The vLoader 250 from Volkmann USA revolutionizes metal additive manufacturing by automatically managing the metal powder supply for 3D printers. Utilizing a vacuum conveying system, it ensures a continuous and contamination-free powder flow, directly improving print quality through enhanced powder handling and optional drying with the vDryer module. It’s ideal for applications ranging from aerospace prototypes to medical implants, efficiently processing metal powder bed fusion parts and other 3D printed components. The vLoader 250 can handle various production needs, integrating seamlessly with existing systems such as buffer reservoirs and reprocessing setups, and it facilitates operations across processing and pre-processing departments in industries like aerospace, automotive, and metalworking. Constructed for automatic and continuous operation, it supports unmanned 24/7 production, minimizing interruptions. Engineered for easy retrofitting and installation, it offers metalworking companies an elegant solution to optimize their additive manufacturing workflows.
Benefits
- Minimizes manual labor by automating the powder loading process for 3D printers.
- Ensures consistent print quality through moisture-controlled powder handling.
- Enhances safety with a closed-loop system that prevents contamination.
- Increases operational efficiency with seamless integration into existing production lines.
- Supports unmanned continuous production, reducing the risk of process interruptions.
- Applications
- Metal powders,Industrial components,3d printing components,Additive manufacturing,Manufacturing materials
- End products
- Metal powder bed fusion parts,Metal tooling inserts,3d printed metal components,Automotive metal prototypes,Medical implants,Metal fixtures for industrial use,Powder metal parts for aerospace
- Steps before
- Powder drying,Powder reprocessing,Buffer filling,Powder extraction,Vacuum drying
- Steps after
- Depowdering,Component quality inspection,Powder storage
- Input ingredients
- metal powder,moist metal powder,aluminum powder,stainless steel powder
- Output ingredients
- dried metal powder,automatic filling of 3D printers,printed components,humid metal powder
- Market info
- Volkmann is known for manufacturing vacuum conveying systems, specializing in pneumatic conveying of bulk materials. Their reputation for innovative and reliable equipment solutions in various industries positions them as a trusted provider for engineered-to-order material handling systems.
- Automation
- Automatic filling
- Conveying Distance
- Up to 25 meters
- Conveying Height
- Up to 5 meters
- Operation Mode
- Intermittent
- Moisture Management
- Vacuum drying
- Installation Position
- On top of 3D printer
- Flowability Improvement
- Improved with vDryer module
- Moisture Removal Time
- Within 10 minutes
- Source Compatibility
- vHub 250,PowTReX,GloveBox,IBC docking station
- Field of Application
- Additive Manufacturing
- Working mechanism
- Vacuum conveyor
- Integrated steps
- Powder drying,filling
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Continuous
- Automation level
- Automatic
- Cleaning method
- Manual
- Changeover time
- Minimal,automated system
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Container Type
- IBC / GloveBox
- Machine Footprint
- Compact for space-saving installation
- Installation Method
- Installed on top of the 3D printer
- Height Difference for Transport
- Up to 5 meters
- Pipeline Length
- Up to 25 meters
- Mounting Type
- Special supports with vibration dampers
- Buffer Container
- Intermittent operation mode
- Decoupling Components
- Vibration dampers and hose sleeves
- Control panel type
- PLC-controlled
- Integration possibilities
- Compatible with common 3D printers
- Installation placement
- On top of 3D printer
- Configuration flexibility
- Retrofitting existing printers
- Drying module integration
- Optional vDryer module