Introduction to NeuBeam®
NeuBeam® is the next generation of electron beam metal additive manufacturing technology, designed for producing large, stress-free components. It offers faster printing speeds, fewer finishing steps, and a more stable platform compared to competing technologies.
Technical Specifications of Calibur3®- Build Volume: Standard 300 x 300 x 450 mm, with upgradeable options to 100 x 100 x 150 mm and 450 x 450 x 450 mm (expected Q4 2023).
- Bed/Part Temperature: Up to 1000°C, depending on build volume and material.
- Layer Thickness: Typically 50-90 micrometers.
- Spot Size: 150 micrometers tungsten on axis, with a 100 micrometer target for LaB6.
- Energy Source: Electron beam, 5 kW at 60 kV.
- Electron Source: LaB6 crystal or tungsten filament, with LaB6 available from Q4 2022.
- Deflection Speed: Up to 1000 meters per second.
- Machine Dimensions: Width 3270 mm x Depth 1300 mm x Height 3000 mm.
- Access Area Required: Refer to the Installation Guide.
- File Type: CLI, with Netfabb file prep interface available; others on demand.
- Argon Consumption: 610 liters per build.
- Air Supply: Minimum 5 bar.
- Machine Weight (unloaded): 3.5 tonnes.
Key Features- Industrial reliability with a stable platform for production environments.
- Hot part process for producing large, stress-free parts.
- Reduced time and energy requirements with fewer post-processing steps.
- Optimum metallurgy through adaptable cooling control, leveraging NeuBeam's speed.
- Large build volume suitable for high-rate production or large part sizes.
- Sophisticated in-process monitoring to accelerate application development.
Version Information
Version 1.2 – March 2022
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