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MX-Lab Alloy Design and Metal Alloying Research | INSSTEK

The INSSTEK MX-Lab is an advanced platform specifically designed for alloy design and metal alloying research. It enables scientists and engineers to develop and optimize new metal alloys using Direct Energy Deposition (DED) technology. The machine provides precise control over material properties by allowing for experimentation with various metal powders and alloys, making it ideal for creating custom alloys tailored to specific applications.

Key Aspects of Alloy Design and Metal Alloying with MX-Lab:

Alloy Design: Researchers can design and fabricate custom alloys by controlling the composition and structure of the deposited materials. This flexibility enables the creation of alloys with enhanced mechanical properties, such as increased strength, hardness, or corrosion resistance, based on the specific requirements of the application.

Metal Alloying: The MX-Lab allows for metal alloying by combining different metallic elements during the DED process. With the Hexa-Feeding System, researchers can introduce multiple metal powders simultaneously, enabling the development of complex alloy compositions and functionally graded materials.

Features of MX-Lab

Auto Z Adjustment: Automatically adjusts the distance between the sample and the nozzle to maintain a consistent Working Offset Position (WOP) of 9mm. This adjustment happens layer by layer during the deposition process, ensuring uniform and accurate builds.

Laser Control: The laser power is automatically set based on NC-Code instructions, allowing precise control of the laser at the desired location for multi-material sample production. This ensures that the appropriate laser power is applied for different materials during the process.

Auto Powder Calibration: The powder calibration, which was previously a manual process, is now automated. This improvement makes the process significantly faster, more convenient, and more precise, resulting in higher quality output with less manual intervention.

Monitoring System: The MX-Lab Monitoring System oversees the printing process, providing real-time feedback and data extraction capabilities. This feature helps track and optimize the deposition process for better control and quality assurance.

Material Designer Software: This software is dedicated to the MX-Lab and allows for advanced material composition design. It offers a user-friendly platform for setting up different alloy combinations and experimenting with material properties.

3D CAD-Free Software: The MX-Lab includes easy-to-use 3D CAD-free software that simplifies the process of setting compositions for various alloys. This self-developed CAM system allows for intuitive control and management of the DED process without the need for complex CAD designs.

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MX-Lab DED (Direct Energy Deposition) and Alloy Research Machine | INSSTEK

The INSSTEK MX-Lab is a DED (Direct Energy Deposition) and material research machine designed specifically for advanced material development and research applications. It integrates Insstek's DED technology with a versatile platform that enables scientists and engineers to experiment with various metal powders, alloys, and composite materials.

The MX-Lab is ideal for research institutes, universities, and industries involved in material science and metallurgy. It allows researchers to explore new materials, develop specialized alloys, and improve material properties through innovative DED processes. With precise control over deposition parameters, including laser power, powder feed rate, and scanning speed, users can fine-tune the material properties for specific applications.

This machine supports a wide range of metal powder materials, enabling users to experiment with different combinations and create unique material compositions. The MX-Lab is also used for multi-material deposition, gradient structures, and complex geometries, making it a powerful tool for material research, prototyping, and small-scale production.

The Insstek MX-Lab DED and alloy research machine is specifically designed for powder metallurgy research and material development. Its key features include:

Simple System for Easy Entry into DED: The MX-Lab provides an intuitive and accessible system, allowing for easier adoption of Direct Energy Deposition (DED) technology, particularly for researchers and new users in material science.

Focus on Powder Metallurgy Research: The machine is optimized for advanced powder metallurgy, enabling precise experimentation and development of new alloys and material properties.

3-Axis System & DMT Technology: Equipped with a 3-axis motion system and Insstek’s patented DMT (Direct Metal Tooling) technology, it provides precise and stable metal deposition, ensuring high-quality builds and complex geometries.

Accurate & Stable CVM Powder Feeding System: The built-in CVM (Controlled Variable Method) Powder Feeding System delivers consistent and accurate powder feed, which enhances the stability and precision of material deposition.

Hexa-Feeding System for Multi-Materials: The machine features a Hexa-Feeding System, allowing the use of multiple materials simultaneously. This enables multi-material research, including the creation of functionally graded materials (FGMs) and complex alloy compositions.

LFM-1 Technology (Built-in): LFM-1 (Laser Focusing Mechanism) technology is incorporated into the system, enhancing laser focusing capabilities for improved accuracy during material deposition. This ensures precision in microstructures and better control over material properties.

If you are looking for DED (Direct Energy Deposition) technology, you can find it at INSSTEK.

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