Metal 3D Printing Technologies Explained
Covers core metal 3D printing technologies, focusing on process types and industrial relevance rather than service positioning.
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Metal Polishing Processes Compared: 3D Printed vs Cast vs Machined Parts
What Is the Main Difference in Polishing 3D Printed, Cast, and Machined Metal Parts? The main difference lies in the starting surface condition and internal structure of the parts. Polishing metal parts requires a removal process to address defects related to the casting process. Cast parts need polishing to normalize their inherently uneven surface, while polishing 3D metal parts refines a geometrically controlled but rough surface. In other words, the goal of polishing changes depending on how the p......
Jan 14, 2026
Metal Printing
Metal 3D Printing: An Overview Of The Technology And Its Process
What is Metal 3D Printing? Metal 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing or metal additive manufacturing, creates three-dimensional items by selectively depositing or melting metal powders layer by layer. Electron beam melting (EBM) and selective laser melting (SLM) are two approaches used to accomplish this. To conventional manufacturing techniques, metal 3D printing offers enhanced design flexibility, intricate geometries, and great precision in producing complex and customized metal parts......
Jan 02, 2024
Metal Printing
Selective Laser Melting (SLM) vs. Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMSL)
Selective Laser Melting (SLM) and Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) stand as prominent players within the realm of metal 3D printing, each characterized by its unique approach. In the DMLS process, a high-powered laser follows a CAD model to selectively melt and sinter layers of metal powder. This method results in partial fusion of powder particles, offering versatility in material selection while potentially introducing slight porosity and variations in mechanical properties. On the other hand, SL......
Dec 29, 2023