High-end configuration of core components to ensure stable and reliable equipment with low post-maintenance costs;
Having nozzle internal circulation and automatic cleaning function, which is not easily clogged by adhesives;
The orbital forming cylinder is automatically pushed out with one key, and the parts are picked up outside the machine to realize the equipment's non-stop assembly line cycle operation.
Equipped with 6*1024 high-throughput industrial printheads of international first-tier brands, which can realize efficient and high-precision printing;
Adopting servo motor + precision screw and closed-loop control system to ensure motion control accuracy;
Processing process logging and whole process quality tracking to ensure steady improvement of processing quality.
Sand 3D printers in the foundry industry offer advantages over traditional casting methods, such as rapid manufacturing, realization of complex geometries, design optimization and lightweighting, cost and resource savings, and increased production flexibility.Click here to learn more about our sand 3D printers.
Sand 3D printers can directly print sand molds and cores from digital models, eliminating the need for traditional mold manufacturing. Compared to conventional mold-making methods, sand 3D printing significantly reduces manufacturing time, thereby accelerating the production cycle.
The applications of sand 3D printers in various fields include, but are not limited to, the following areas:
Casting Industry: Sand 3D printers are widely used in the casting industry. They can be used to manufacture sand molds and cores, providing accurate molds for metal casting. Sand 3D printing technology enables the production of complex geometries in castings, offering greater design freedom and reducing mold manufacturing time and costs.
Manufacturing Industry: Sand 3D printers find applications in various manufacturing sectors. They can be used to produce sand molds and cores for complex components, offering higher precision and faster production methods. Sand 3D printing technology also enables lightweight design and structural optimization, reducing material consumption and component weight.
Automotive Industry: Sand 3D printers are increasingly used in the automotive industry. They can be used to manufacture engine components, chassis assemblies, and other complex metal castings. Sand 3D printing technology provides higher production efficiency and faster product development cycles, while also enabling lightweight design and performance optimization.
Aerospace Industry: Sand 3D printers have widespread applications in the aerospace sector. They can be used to manufacture complex aerospace engine components, aerospace structures, and turbine blades, among others. Sand 3D printing technology reduces component weight, improves performance, and enables rapid prototyping and small-batch production.
Medical Field: Sand 3D printers also play a significant role in the medical field. They can be used to manufacture medical device components, artificial joints, dental aligners, and more. Sand 3D printing technology allows for the customization of medical products based on individual patient needs, providing better adaptability and effectiveness.
| Technical requirements | Material | Production cycle | Sand quality *850°C 3min**70% specific surface area | Casting process | Dimensional accuracy | Surface quality | Defect control |
| Expected | Aluminum alloy (ZL109) | 2 pieces in 10 days | Strength＞1.5MPa Gas emission*<16ml/g Dimensional accuracy**±0.5mm | Gravity casting | CT10 | Meet technical requirements | No fleshy, pores, sand eyes, cracks, slag,no surface defects and imperfections |
| Actual | 2 pieces in 3 days | Strength 2.1 MPa, Gas emission* 11.2ml/g, dimensional accuracy** ±0.5mm | Gravity casting | CT6 | Meet technical requirements | No fleshy, pores, sand eyes, cracks, slag,no surface defects and imperfections |
70-140 mesh silica sand is used, and the sand mold strength, air volume, dimensional accuracy, and surface quality all meet customer requirements.
The surface roughness of the castings meets the technical requirements, the defects are well controlled, there are no fleshy, pores, sand holes, cracks, slag, and no surface defects or defects.
| Technical requirements | Material | Production cycle | Sand quality*1000°C 3min**70% specific surface area | Casting process | Dimensional accuracy | Surface quality | Defect control |
| Expected | Duplex steel (2507) | 15 days | Strength ＞2MPa Gas emission*<18ml/g Dimensional accuracy** ±0.3mm | Gravity casting | CT8 | Ra12.5 | No pores, no cracks, no leaks |
| Actual | 7 days | Strength 2.4MPa Gas emission* 16.5ml/g Dimensional accuracy** ±0.3mm | Process design: Zhou Yingtao | CT8 | Ra12.5 | No pores, no cracks, no leaks, passed the operation test |
100-200 mesh high silica sand and HT furan resin are used, and the sand mold strength, gas emission, dimensional accuracy and surface quality all meet customer requirements.The surface roughness of the castings is lower than Ra12.5, the defects are well controlled, there are no pores and no cracks, and the outer circle incisions and burrs are effectively controlled.The finished product passed the operation test and passed the acceptance.Remarks: The reference wood mold cycle is 20 days.
| Technical requirements | Material | Production cycle | Sand quality *850°C 3min 70% specific surface area | Casting process | Dimensional accuracy | Surface quality | Defect control |
| Expected | Aluminum alloy（ZL101A） | 3-5 month | Strength ＞1.5MPa Gas emission*＜15.8ml/g Accuracy** ±0.5mm | Low pressure casting | CT12 | Meet technical requirements | No fleshy, pores, cracks, slag, no surface defects and imperfections |
| Actual | 1 month | Strength 2.5MPa Gas emission* 10.5ml/g Accuracy **±0.3mm | Low pressure casting | CT8 | Meet technical requirements | No fleshy, pores, cracks, slag, no surface defects and imperfections |
70-140 mesh silica sand is used, and the sand mold strength, gas emission, dimensional accuracy, and surface quality all meet customer requirements.The surface of the castings meets the technical requirements, X-ray flaw detection at key locations, and there are no casting defects. Remarks: The reference wood mold cycle is 5 months
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