Compact, Energy-Efficient DMD
The IC106 robotic, inert chamber direct metal deposition (DMD) six-axis machine from The Precision Optical Manufacturing Group (POM; pomgroup.com) uses a 1-kW fiber coupled laser to melt powdered metal that is used to build and remanufacture parts at speeds up to 4 in.³/hr.
The IC106 robotic, inert chamber direct metal deposition (DMD) six-axis machine from The Precision Optical Manufacturing Group (POM; pomgroup.com) uses a 1-kW fiber coupled laser to melt powdered metal that is used to build and remanufacture parts at speeds up to 4 in.³/hr. Its 1.55 x 1.8-m footprint makes it 49% smaller than its DMD predecessors, making the system a more compact option for research and small part manufacturing. The IC106 also offers a 55% energy savings compared to previous systems. It works with materials ranging from aluminum to titanium.
