AM3D Fast 500 SLM 3D Printer

The AM3D Fast 500 is an industrial SLM (Selective Laser Melting) machine capable of producing high-quality accurate prototypes and functional parts in a variety of materials. It comes as a comprehensive solution with a number of auxiliaries that meets most demanding metal 3D printing needs.

As one of the largest models in the series, the AM3D Fast 500 features a fairly large build chamber, effective dual laser setup (three-laser configuration is also available), and dual galvanometer with high-precision digital encoded lens. Thanks to the maximum scanning speed of up to 10000 mm/s, the build process is characterized by elevated productivity. The bidirectional powder spreading mechanism with variable speed settings makes printing with the Fast 500 even faster. Powered by flexible multi-purpose software with a set of user-friendly tools and functions, this SLM system allows for increasingly smooth and effective operation with an easy learning curve.

Apart from the mentioned benefits, the Fast 500 model boasts a number of advanced features making for a simplified, efficient, and completely safe working process. The list includes a power loss recovery function, automatic typesetting and path planning, remote monitoring via an integrated camera, long-lasting filter, thorough powder recycling, cleaning and collection, and more. The printer boasts strong and stable construction alongside ergonomic design. Due to easy access to the printing area, it provides convenient installation as well as a safe environment.

Thanks to its advanced printing capabilities, stable operation, and capacious forming size, the AM3D Fast 500 SLM system is ideal for professional use in a number of intense and demanding industries, including mold, aerospace, aviation, automotive, medical equipment and functional parts production, research and development, jewelry, prototyping, and more. It completely eliminates the process of waxing, embedding, and casting as well as reduces hidden costs, which allows for more economical production compared to traditional techniques.

Specifications:

• Print quality
• Materials
• Build volume
• Printer controls and software
• What’s in the box
• Add-ons
• Look and feel
• Price

Print quality

The AM3D Fast 500 SLM 3D printer can sinter layers with a minimum thickness of 20 micron that can be further adjusted to the user’s needs. Equipped with two or three fiber lasers as well as a powerful yet stable optical system with a maximum scanning speed of 10 m/s, the machine ensures high accuracy up to 0.05 mm, which results in richly detailed printed items.

With the Fast 500, you can create unique models of complex geometries unachievable with traditional materials and simplify the manufacturing process by directly printing your final design in metal instead of producing wax castings.

Materials

The AM3D Fast 500 SLM system works with a wide selection of metal powders with different properties that suit various applications. The machine is fully compatible with titanium, stainless steel, die steel, cobalt-chrome alloy, aluminum alloy, nickel alloy, etc. This lets the printer build both top-quality prototypes and end-use parts without any issues.

Build volume

The AM3D Fast 500 SLM 3D printer is engineered with an impressive forming space of 11.8 x 19.7 x 15.6 inches (300 x 500 x 400 mm). It lets one print fairly large items as a whole, without splitting them into several parts, or small to medium objects in batches. This makes for sufficient production speed and effective material usage.

Printer controls and software

The AM3D Fast 500 SLM 3D printer can be operated via an attached touch screen with a clear and user-friendly interface. Thanks to the built-in camera, operators are able to easily monitor the printing process without the risk of laser radiation and control the machine remotely.

The Fast 500 SLM system is supplied with the independently developed multifunctional FastFab software. Featuring a well-organized layout with various tools and parameters, it provides streamlined workflow, straightforward controls, and step-by-step operation throughout the whole 3D printing process. Overall, the FastFab allows the machine to be effortlessly set up in just 5–10 minutes.

In terms of slicing, the AM3D Fast 500 3D printer comes with the manufacturer’s FastLayer software solution created for dental and industrial precision design. The program provides a variety of tools for complete layout and path planning with a single click. It also contains printing parameter databases for various metal materials, self-developed precision parameter libraries for dental cobalt-chromium and titanium alloys, and 70+ customizable slicing parameters. 

To improve user experience with the Fast 500, there are regular logs that record all printing process data for easy check-ups. In addition, one can boost print quality with the Help service by means of timely analysis and troubleshooting.

What’s in the box

• AM3D Fast 500 core 3D printing unit
• Filter unit
• Stainless steel baseplate
• Silicon recoater blade
• Dedicated cleaning kit
• Hardware hand tools
• Other necessary tools and accessories

For some items, package content may change. In case of any questions, please get in touch.

Add-ons

Apart from the core 3D printing unit, the manufacturer offers additional equipment ensuring a full-fledged user experience with the AM3D Fast 500 SLM 3D printer. The list of available extras includes:

Chiller

The chiller is required for proper functioning of the machine. It is included in the standard package.

• Working temperature: 24–26 °C

Heat treatment furnace (non-vacuum)

To achieve the maximum strength of the printed parts, it is necessary to perform annealing with the help of the special furnace.

• Working area: 400 x 400 x 400 mm
• Temperature: Up to 1000 °C
• Temperature control: ±10 °C 

Powder sieving station

Once the printing is complete, one can clean the residue powder from solid particles for further reuse.

• Dimensions: 460 x 400 x 736 mm
• Weight: 35 kg

Powder drying station

To prepare used powder for the next print, it has to be properly dried.

• Dimensions: 410 x 540 x 470 mm
• Weight: 12 kg
• Voltage: 220V
• Power: 300W

ATEX Vacuum Cleaner and Powder Separator

For efficient collection and cleaning of unsintered powder, the users are recommended to use the ATEX vacuum cleaner. Along with the cyclone separator, it will make your workflow much faster and easier.

• Dimensions: 440 x 420 x 780 mm
• Weight: 25 kg
• Capacity: 40L
• Voltage: 110V/220V
• Power: 1100W

Powder conveyor

This device is required to supply powder to the top of the 3D printer, in the storage tank automatically.

Nitrogen or Argon

The 3D printer and powder conveyor require inert gas to function. These can be purchased locally in cylinders. Nitrogen can also be generated from air, using a Nitrogen generator.

Extra add-ons

Nitrogen station

This nitrogen generator is required for SLM 3D printing. It is suitable for all printable materials except Titanium. For the latter, one would need compressed Argon.

• Performance: 10 L/min
• Dimensions: 600 x 550 x 1280 mm
• Weight: 60 kg
• Voltage: 220V
• Power: 400W

Requires a compressor to work.

Air compressor

Required for the Nitrogen station and Sandblaster to work.

• 7.5kW 8 bar flow

Sandblaster

A cabin sandblaster is a universal solution for post-processing of 3D printed metal parts. It allows one to clean gaps, hone small details, and polish the surface. You can choose between a handheld blaster and a fixed nozzle, which lets one use both hands to manipulate the object.

• Dimensions: 760 x 500 x 720 mm    
• Weight: 27 kg
• Voltage: 110V/220V
• Power: 6W
• Working pressure: 5.0–8.6 bar 

Requires a compressor to work.

Wire cutting station

The EDM cutting can be outsourced. In most cases, this is the most effective option.

Baseplate polishing station

In most cases, the most effective option is to outsource this procedure.

Look and feel

The AM3D Fast 500 model is available in white with black and blue trimmings. Its stylish look makes it ideal for a range of professional applications within multiple industries, including automotive, aviation, mold, medical, jewelry, prototyping, scientific research, and more.

The printer weighs approximately 3527.4 lbs (1600 kg).

Price

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