Nikon adds Additional Powder Feeder options for LM102A
October 14, 2024
Nikon Corporation, Tokyo, Japan, has announced the release of the Additional Powder Feeder (APF) unit for its Lasermeister 102A (LM102A) Directed Energy Deposition (DED) Additive Manufacturing machine. The APF is an optional powder feeder unit which enables feeding multiple kinds of metal powders into the LM102A.
These enhanced capabilities can contribute to the development of new value-added alloys and components that consist of multiple kinds of metals, explains Nikon.
In fields such as aerospace, defence, and energy, characteristics like high durability and corrosion resistance are essential in ensuring stable performance in harsh environments, including extremely high temperatures.
Existing superalloys alone may not sufficiently satisfy parts’ requirements, whilst the development of novel superalloys may deliver critical next-level performance. Universities and corporate research institutes are already developing such solutions, and Nikon’s APF is intended to support these programmes.
Two to four APF’s can be incorporated to achieve specific user objectives, enabling four different kinds of metal powder to be fed to the AM machine.
