Results 1 to 10 of 13
Threaded View
-
03-10-2014, 04:12 PM #7
- Join Date
- Jan 2014
- Posts
- 462
I'm aware of two ways to 3d-print in metal that are fairly close to FDM.
The first uses a two stage process. First stage is to print a clay made up almost but not entirely of metal particles. You use a paste extruder, such as this one from thingiverse, loaded with a metallic clay such as this (which evidently sees a lot of use by jewelry makers). Second stage is to fire the piece in a kiln. You end up with a metal piece.
The second uses an arc welder as the hot end of the extruder. Welding wire is fed to the business end the same way it's done in a normal arc welder. Lots of current is pumped through and hey-presto: 3d welded metal. Article here.
Printer will print perfect...
06-14-2024, 10:44 AM in Tips, Tricks and Tech Help