Powder Bed Fusion

Prima Additive Powder Bed Fusion 3D printing solutions from IMTS Machinery. Engineered for precision and performance, these machines offer efficient, high-quality additive manufacturing for complex parts and prototypes. Ideal for industrial applications requiring accuracy, strength, and design flexibility.

Prima Additive Powder Bed Fusion technology offers state-of-the-art metal 3D printing solutions ideal for producing complex parts and components across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical, and energy. Available through IMTS Machinery, these systems offer high precision, rapid prototyping, and the capability to create intricate geometries with minimal waste, thereby transforming manufacturing processes.

Key Models and Features

Print Genius 250

  • Laser Power: 500W single-mode fiber laser
  • Build Volume: 262 x 262 x 350 mm
  • Materials Supported: Stainless steel, maraging steel, Inconel, titanium, cobalt-chrome, aluminium, high-strength steel, and copper alloys
  • Key Features: Integrated glovebox, vacuum cleaner, powder management system, and intelligent control software for improved efficiency and precision.

Print Genius 250 Dual Laser Version

  • Laser Power: Two 500W lasers for increased productivity
  • Build Volume: Same as the standard Print Genius 250
  • Key Features: Modular design for rapid material changes, improved throughput, and all-in-one safety systems (glovebox access and vacuum cleaner).

Print Genius 400

  • Laser Power: Dual or quad laser options, including IR and Green wavelengths
  • Build Volume: 430 x 430 x 600 mm
  • Key Features: Real-time temperature monitoring, dual pre-heating, variable laser focus, and automatic work chamber extraction. Perfect for high-volume production and research.

Print Sharp 250

  • Build Volume: 250 x 250 x 350 mm
  • Laser Power: 500W single-mode fiber laser
  • Key Features: Modular configuration for quick material changes, ideal for prototyping and additive manufacturing companies, offering great flexibility in part management and performance.

Print Green 150

  • Laser Power: 200W green laser
  • Build Volume: Ø150 mm x H160 mm
  • Key Features: Excellent for highly reflective materials, such as pure copper and precious metals, with advanced features like dual pre-heating, real-time temperature monitoring, and open parameter settings for R&D.

Advanced Capabilities of Prima Additive Powder Bed Fusion

Prima Additive Powder Bed Fusion systems excel in creating complex geometries that are difficult or impossible to achieve with traditional manufacturing methods. The technology offers:

  • High-precision additive manufacturing for prototypes and small to medium production runs.
  • Material versatility supports a wide range of high-performance metals, allowing for applications across multiple industries.
  • Scalability to meet diverse production needs, from research and development to full-scale production.

Applications

  • Aerospace: Lightweight and high-strength components.
  • Automotive: Custom parts and rapid prototyping.
  • Medical: Biocompatible components for implants and devices.
  • Energy: Robust and durable parts for the energy sector, including turbines and heat exchangers.

Key Features of Prima Additive Powder Bed Fusion

  • The Machine is made up of a single laser: a single-mode fiber laser in IR with 500 W power
  • Equipped with an integrated glovebox, an integrated vacuum cleaner and excellent powder management.
  • A single linewidth of 0.1 mm and a minimum layer thickness of 0.02 mm can be achieved for high precision.
  • The reliable and compact scanning head offers high processing speeds and various scanning strategies.
  • Equipped with a filter unit for the recirculation of the gas inside the work area. The filter unit maintains a high degree of machine cleanliness, minimising the need for part replacements due to wear.
  • Processable materials: Stainless steel, maraging steel, high temperature nickel base alloy (inconel), titanium alloy, cobalt chromium alloy, aluminium alloy, high strength steel, copper alloy.