Multi-Axis Laser Processing
August 1, 2016
TRUMPF will feature the TruLaser Cell 3000, a 5-axis laser machine for fine cutting, precision welding and additive manufacturing (AM) at IMTS 2016. This machine offers laser processing of 2-D or 3-D components, producing quality results on small or medium sized components.
The TruLaser Cell 3000 will be featured with the new laser metal deposition (LMD) technology package as addition to the AM systems portfolio TRUMPF has to offer. This AM process is used for either cladding or to add volume and structures to existing parts. It uses a laser beam to generate a melt pool on the surface of the component (substrate) before a stream of metal powder is blown into that melt pool and fused to the substrate. Fabricators are able to apply precise layers, both in overlap and size, using this technology.
The TruLaser Cell 3000 is designed for one-off prototypes to high-volume production. With solid-state laser options providing up to 8 kW of laser power, the machine is able to process a range of materials including nonferrous metals. The focal position is adjusted to the thickness of the sheet metal by the operating software. It is also possible to expand the diameter of the focus. This helps enable fabricators to cut materials of different thicknesses or to switch between welding and cutting applications without changing the focusing optics.
The TruLaser Cell 3000 requires minimum floor space since the electrical control, cooling units and laser optics are all integrated into the machine. Its modular design helps the laser machine to adapt to different requirements in the production environment. It can be used for job shops, automotive subcontractors, medical device manufacturers and others.
For more information contact:
TRUMPF Inc.
Farmington Industrial Park
111 Hyde Rd.
Farmington, CT 06032
860-255-6000
info@us.trumpf.com
www.us.trumpf.com
IMTS 2016 Booth N-6223
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