Automatic unpacking and depowdering station for metal 3d prints
Streamline your post-printing process with a solution that automatically unpacks and depowders metal parts, integrating seamlessly to enhance efficiency and ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, reducing the need for manual intervention and optimizing subsequent powder reprocessing workflows.
Automates Depowdering and Unpacking of Metal Parts
The DPS Metal 1 from Volkmann is a state-of-the-art system designed for the precise unpacking and depowdering of 3D-printed metal parts. This innovative equipment conducts the entire cleaning cycle within a closed chamber, either atmospheric or inert gas conditions, using air jet cleaning and vibrational technology to remove excess powder from intricate crevices. Ideal for automotive, aerospace, and other metal processing industries, the DPS Metal 1 streamlines handling with its automated operation, thereby enhancing safety by protecting personnel from metal dust exposure. The machine supports efficient powder collection and reprocessing, integrating seamlessly with systems such as PowTReX for continuous powder handling. Designed for high adaptability, the DPS Metal 1 fits specific 3D printer dimensions, ensuring compatibility across various manufacturing setups. Its vacuum conveying system guarantees thorough powder removal, and the robust filter system ensures safe exhaust air discharge. Tested under the IDAM research project, it promises reliable performance in demanding industrial settings.
Benefits
- Enhances productivity by automating the unpacking and depowdering process, reducing manual labor.
- Increases safety and cleanliness with a closed system that protects users from hazardous metal powder dust.
- Enables seamless integration with powder reprocessing systems, ensuring efficient material reuse.
- Adapts to various 3D printer configurations, providing flexibility across different manufacturing environments.
- Optimizes cleaning precision with air jet and vibrational technologies, ensuring superior depowdering results.
- Applications
- Metal powders,Manufacturing equipment,3d printing,Additive manufacturing,Industrial metals
- End products
- Precision-engineered metal gears,Automobile metal components,Structural components for construction machinery,High-precision metal prototypes,Aerospace metal parts,Medical implants,Complex metal machinery parts,Bespoke art sculptures in metal,Customized metal tools,Metal brackets for industrial equipment
- Steps before
- 3D Printing,Build Job Completion,Build Frame Preparation
- Steps after
- Metal Powder Reprocessing,Powder Buffering,Powder Preparation,Build Frame Reloading
- Input ingredients
- build job,build frame,excess metal powder,3D printer
- Output ingredients
- cleaned build job,collected 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 Level
- Automatic
- Depowdering Time
- 10–30 minutes
- Cleaning Chamber Conditions
- Atmospheric/Inert Gas
- Buffer Reservoir Capacity
- 250 L (8.83 ft³)
- Cleaning Method
- Air Jets and Vibrations
- Powder Collection
- Vacuum Conveying
- Exhaust Air Filtering
- Primary and Secondary Filter (H14 Classification)
- Custom Adaptation
- Fit Specific 3D Printer Dimensions
- Automation level
- Fully automated
- Cleaning method
- Automatic depowdering
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch
- Cleaning cycle time
- 10–30 minutes
- Environment protection
- Closed system
- Powder collection
- Integrated vacuum conveying
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Feed/discharge method
- Automatic feed,vacuum discharge
- Cleaning chamber design
- Closed system
- Buffer reservoir capacity
- 250L (8.83 ft³)
- Control panel type
- Customizable according to specific 3D printer manufacturer
- Integration possibilities
- Adaptable to specific build frame dimensions and geometries