Farsoon has introduced a new technology that allows for the additive fabrication of inverted conical structures and horizontal circular holes without the need for support structures. This Support Reduction System (SRS) for Metal powder bed fusion 3D printing is now available to the global additive manufacturing market.
The SRS technology addresses a significant challenge in additive manufacturing by preventing internal stresses and deformation during the cooling phase of metal powder bed fusion. This can often lead to part failures, especially in overhanging structures. SRS can be used with all Farsoon metal powder bed machines to create inverted conical structures with a 20-25°C angle and support-free horizontal circular holes up to 50mm in diameter.
Farsoon claims that SRS significantly reduces the need for support structures, which are typically required for low-hanging angles to prevent part failure. This not only reduces material costs and printing time but also allows design engineers to explore more complex designs with minimal risks of damage to the part.
Using SRS, Farsoon has been able to print a closed impeller made of IN718 material 33% faster and 25% cheaper than traditional methods. The technology has also been applied to a variety of parts, including combustion chambers, valve bodies, and nozzles made from different materials such as titanium alloys, aluminum alloys, and stainless steel.
SRS is just one of the many product, process, and application announcements made by Farsoon this year. The company continues to innovate in the additive manufacturing space with solutions like the FS721M-8-CAMS metal 3D printing system, the Designer golf club head, and the Deep Blue Aerospace combustion chamber.
