3D printer SLM FastForm FF-M300

Industrial 3D Printer with Two 500W Lasers for Serial SLM Printing

FastForm FF-M300 is an industrial SLM 3D printer with two laser sources, each with a power of 500W, for producing functional metal parts and serial batches of products. The dual-laser system allows for parallel processing of different areas of the powder layer, increasing productivity compared to a single-laser configuration under appropriate printing conditions. The build area of 300 × 300 × 400 mm is suitable for producing large components or multiple parts in one cycle. The maximum laser scanning speed is 10 m/s. The combination of two lasers, bidirectional powder application, and industrial design makes the FF-M300 an effective solution for additive manufacturing of metal products with complex geometry.

Advantages of FastForm FF-M300 Dual Lasers

• Productive printing with two lasers. Two laser sources, each with a power of 500W, allow for parallel melting of metal powder in different areas of the work area, reducing the duration of part construction.
• Manufacturing of large parts and serial batches. The work area of 300 × 300 × 400 mm allows for printing one large part or placing a group of smaller components on the platform.
• High laser scanning speed. The maximum speed of 10 m/s ensures quick movement of laser beams along specified trajectories during the formation of metal layers.
• Efficient metal powder application. The bidirectional system with a flexible recoater forms the powder layer during movement in both directions, reducing the number of idle movements.
• Long-lasting filtration system. A constant filter with a declared resource of 30,000 hours reduces the need for regular replacement of the filter element.
• Support for various metals and alloys. The printer is designed to work with stainless and tool steels, titanium, aluminum, and heat-resistant alloys.

Two Lasers for Productive SLM Printing

FastForm FF-M300 is equipped with two laser sources, each with a power of 500W. The dual-laser configuration allows for the distribution of build tasks between two laser channels and parallel processing of different areas of the powder layer. This working principle helps reduce the time for manufacturing metal parts and increases the efficiency of serial production.

An optical system F-theta lens is used for focusing the laser beams. The maximum scanning speed is 10 m/s. The parallel operation of two lasers is especially useful during the production of batches of components when several products are placed on one platform.

The power of 500W refers to each laser source separately. The equipment configuration is designated as 2 × 500W. Actual productivity depends on the geometry of the parts, characteristics of the metal powder, scanning parameters, and distribution of work zones between the lasers.

Work Area and SLM Printing Parameters

The build area of FastForm FF-M300 is 300 × 300 × 400 mm. This working volume allows for the production of one metal part of the appropriate dimensions or the composition of several smaller models within one printing task. The printer is suitable for manufacturing housings, brackets, structural elements, functional prototypes, and parts of industrial equipment.

During task preparation, the orientation of the models, the placement of supports, and the distance between components are considered. Rational composition of parts helps effectively use the platform area and reduce the number of separate printing cycles.

Feeding and Application of Metal Powder

FastForm FF-M300 is equipped with an upper metal powder feeding system and a flexible recoater that evenly distributes the material over the work platform before each laser melting cycle.

The system supports bidirectional powder application. A new layer is formed during the recoater's movement in both directions, reducing the number of idle movements of the mechanism and decreasing the time between successive building stages.

For cleaning the working atmosphere, a constant filter with a declared resource of 30,000 hours is provided. This indicator characterizes the resource of the filter element and does not determine the service life of other equipment components.

Metals and Alloys for SLM Printing

FastForm FF-M300 500W×2 supports working with various groups of metal powders, allowing for the production of functional parts with the necessary mechanical, thermal, and operational properties.

• Stainless steel. Suitable for producing strong and corrosion-resistant parts, housings, fasteners, functional prototypes, and elements of industrial equipment.
• Tool steel. Used for manufacturing molds, stamps, forming inserts, tools, and parts that operate under mechanical load and friction conditions.
• Titanium alloys. Combine high strength, low weight, and corrosion resistance. Used for aviation components, medical products, and complex structural parts.
• Aluminum alloys. Suitable for producing lightweight housings, brackets, functional prototypes, and machine components where weight reduction is important.
• Heat-resistant alloys. Used for parts that operate at elevated temperatures, including components of aviation, energy, and industrial equipment.

The specific brand of metal powder and laser melting parameters should be selected according to the requirements of the finished product and compatibility with the equipment.

FastLayer for Preparing SLM Printing Tasks

FastLayer is software for preparing models for metal 3D printing. The platform contains tools for working with geometry, automatic support creation, model correction, and task preparation.

The program allows working with complex three-dimensional models, composing multiple parts on the work platform, and preparing tasks for multi-laser printing.

For FastForm FF-M300 500W×2, FastLayer's capabilities are relevant when producing serial batches, where it is necessary to prepare a group of metal components with different geometries. Automation tools help reduce the time for model preparation before starting the production cycle.

Industrial Application of FastForm FF-M300

FastForm FF-M300 Dual Lasers is designed for producing functional metal components, parts with complex geometry, and serial batches of products in various industries.

• Aerospace industry. Manufacturing lightweight structural elements, brackets, housing components, and heat-loaded parts from titanium, aluminum, and heat-resistant alloys.
• Medical production. Printing individual metal structures, prototypes, tools, and other components from materials suitable for the respective application.
• Electronics and instrument engineering. Manufacturing compact metal housings, fasteners, structural elements, and components with complex shapes.
• Mechanical engineering. Production of functional parts, molds, tool inserts, production equipment, and mechanism components.
• Serial production. Group placement of parts on the platform and manufacturing batches of metal products using two lasers.

Technical Specifications of FastForm FF-M300 Dual Lasers

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FastForm FF-M300 500W×2 is an industrial metal 3D printer with two lasers for producing functional parts and serial batches of products using SLM technology. Order the FastForm FF-M300 on our website and receive consultation on technical specifications, available configurations, compatible metal powders, equipment configuration, and installation conditions.