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FastForm FF-M140C H for Serial 3D Printing of Dental Crowns and Frameworks
FastForm FF-M140C H is an SLM 3D printer for additive manufacturing of metal dental structures in dental laboratories and dental production centers. The cylindrical build area of Φ140 × 160 mm allows for grouping multiple models on a single platform and performing serial printing of crowns, frameworks, and other compact structures. The layer thickness is adjustable within the range of 30–60 µm, and the laser spot size is 50–60 µm.
Advantages of FastForm FF-M140C H
- Productivity for dental production. Manufacturing 150 crowns in 5 hours or 15 frameworks in 6 hours.
- More models in one print job. The working area allows for composing several crowns, frameworks, or other dental structures on one platform. The cylindrical build zone of the FF-M140C H has a diameter of 140 mm and a height of 160 mm.
- Flexible build parameter settings. The layer thickness can be selected according to the material and the requirements of the specific task. The FF-M140C H supports a range from 30 to 60 µm.
- Small laser spot for working with compact parts. The laser spot size is 50–60 µm. This parameter characterizes the area of laser beam impact on the metal powder and is not a measure of the finished part's accuracy.
- Quick installation and removal of the base plate. The magnetic fixation system simplifies working with the platform after the build is complete. The FF-M140C H is equipped with a quick-release magnetic base plate attachment.
- Fewer regular replacements in the filtration system. The FF-M140C H is equipped with a permanent filter with a lifespan of 30,000 hours. This system reduces the need for regular replacement of the filter element during the declared service life.
Dental 3D Printing Productivity
For FastForm FF-M140C H, productivity is 150 crowns in 5 hours or 15 dental frameworks in 6 hours. These indicators allow for planning serial equipment loading and manufacturing batches of similar dental structures within a single production cycle. The actual print time depends on the geometry and number of models, their placement on the platform, the selected metal powder, and the SLM process parameters.
Working Area and SLM Printing Parameters
The FF-M140C H has a cylindrical build area of Φ140 × 160 mm. The diameter of the working zone is 140 mm, and the available build height is 160 mm. This geometry is oriented towards group composition of dental structures. The layer thickness is adjustable within the range of 30–60 µm. The laser spot size is 50–60 µm. These are different characteristics of the process: the layer thickness determines the vertical build step, while the spot size describes the area of laser beam impact on the metal powder. A flexible scraper is used to apply a new powder layer. The speed of its movement and the bidirectional application mode for the FF-M140C H are not specified in the provided specification.
FastLayer and FastFab
FastLayer and FastFab simplify model preparation and the launch of dental 3D printing. FastLayer is used for automated composition of dental crowns and allows this operation to be completed with one click within 5 minutes. FastFab is responsible for launching the prepared print job with one click. This workflow reduces the number of manual operations during the preparation of serial manufacturing of dental structures.
Protective Gas and Permanent Filtration
During metal 3D printing with the FF-M140C H, nitrogen or argon creates a protective environment for stable SLM printing with metal powder. The FF-M140C H supports working with both gases, and their choice depends on the type of metal and the parameters of the technological process. The permanent filtration system reduces the need for regular replacement of the filter element. The resource of the permanent filter is 30,000 hours, which is designed for long-term operation of the printer during serial manufacturing of metal parts.
Metals and Their Application in SLM Printing
FastForm FF-M140C H supports several groups of metal materials for manufacturing dental structures:
- Stainless steel. Suitable for manufacturing strong metal parts, auxiliary dental elements, tools, fasteners, and other compact products where mechanical strength and corrosion resistance are important.
- Titanium alloys. Combine low weight, strength, and corrosion resistance. In the dental field, they can be used for individual constructions, prosthetic components, and other products where the use of a specific titanium alloy is intended.
- Cobalt-chromium alloys. One of the main areas of application for the FF-M140C H in dental production. Suitable for 3D printing of dental prosthesis frameworks, metal crowns, bridge-like structures, and other dental frameworks.
- Other metal materials. The FF-M140C H can also work with other metal powders, the compatibility of which needs to be verified for specific material and technological processes.
The support of titanium and cobalt-chromium alloys allows the use of FastForm FF-M140C H primarily for serial production of dental structures. For each alloy, the appropriate technological profile with SLM process parameters must be used.
Quick-Release Magnetic Base Plate Fixation
The quick-release magnetic attachment simplifies working with the base plate and reduces the number of manual operations after printing is complete. The magnetic system allows for quick installation and removal of the plate without traditional bolt attachment. This design is especially convenient during serial manufacturing of dental structures when the platform is regularly removed for further work with printed products.
Technical Specifications of FastForm FF-M140C H
| Parameter | Value |
| Technology | SLM |
| Working Area | 140 × 160 mm |
| Number of Lasers | 1 |
| Laser Spot Size | 50–60 µm |
| Layer Thickness | 30–60 µm |
| Base Plate Fixation | Quick-Release Magnetic |
| Filtration System | Permanent Filter |
| Declared Filter Resource | 30,000 hours |
| Protective Gas | Nitrogen or Argon |
| Net Dimensions | 1050 × 870 × 1750 mm |
| Net Weight | 450 kg |
Order the FastForm FF-M140C H 3D Printer
FastForm FF-M140C H is designed for serial SLM printing of dental crowns, frameworks, and other metal structures within the working area. Order the FastForm FF-M140C H on our website and receive a consultation on specifications, compatible materials, supply package, and equipment launch conditions.
