3D printing in armaments
Additive Manufacturing, Launhardt, 3D printing, armament, SLS, Defense
In the current global political environment, the issue of armaments is becoming increasingly relevant in Germany and Europe. This requires independent production of security-relevant components at both the national and European levels.
With industrial 3D printing, Launhardt makes a significant contribution to the production of small and medium-sized series without the need for costly tool production.
Selective laser sintering (SLS), in particular, enables the generation of high-strength additively manufactured components from a fine thermoplastic powder. This type of industrial 3D printing enables the cost-effective production of application components in large quantities. The complete melting and solidification of the plastic melt enables the very high mechanical properties.
Thanks to intensive research and development, we can draw on highly customized and application-specific materials. For example:
1. Materials and their properties
| material | Characteristic |
|---|---|
| PowderMonkeys PA12 40-10 | Structurally stable and very white |
| EOS PA2200 | Maximum mechanical strength |
| EOS PA3200 | High rigidity |
| PowderMonkeys RePA12 45-20 | High-strength black material |
| PowderMonkeys RePA12 50-8 GB | Highly rigid material, black |
| SpheroFlex TPU 50 | Soft elastic material (Shore hardness A55, A65, A75) |
| EOS TPU1301 | Elastic material with Shore hardness A85 |
2. Post-processing methods and their effects
| Post-processing procedures | Property / Effect |
|---|---|
| Beam smoothing | Homogeneous surface compaction, reduces step effects, smoothes the surface |
| Vibratory grinding / barrel finishing | Reduction of surface roughness |
| Dip dyeing | Realization of a wide variety of colors |
| Painting | Realization of Class A high-gloss surfaces |
| Chemical straightening | Smoothes the surface, creates shine, enables complete media tightness |
| Functionalization | Inserting threaded inserts, connecting to other assemblies |
| Assembly | Assembly from individual components |
If you have any questions, please contact us here. We'd be happy to estimate the cost of your customized component production.
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