In a monumental stride towards revolutionizing mass manufacturing, Incus unveiled its groundbreaking Hammer Pro40 3D printer at Formnext 2023. Building on the robust foundations laid by its precursor, the Hammer Lab35, the Pro40 is engineered to escalate production capacities without forgoing the familiarity and expertise associated with the technology1.
Enhanced Production Capabilities
One of the cornerstone advancements of the Hammer Pro40 is its enlarged build volume achieved through the integration of two moving or scrolling projectors, replacing the single stationary projector used in the Lab35. This novel design not only amplifies the build volume but also retains the printing accuracy, making it a suitable choice for mass manufacturing. The Pro40's platform is six times larger than the Lab35, effectively bridging the transition to mass production1.
Pioneering Print Economics
With a remarkable throughput of up to 700cm³/hour and a resolution featuring a pixel pitch of 40µm in X/Y, the Pro40 brings optimized print economics to the table. It boasts a printing speed seven times faster and a printing cost per cm³ four times lower than the Lab35. Such advancements underscore the Pro40's unmatched cost efficiency without compromising on quality. The surface roughness (Ra) of 2 µm post sintering eliminates the need for additional surface treatments like polishing or sandblasting, further driving down production costs1.
Wide Range of Applications
The Hammer Pro40 is adept at manufacturing large batches of intricate, specialty parts for a plethora of applications including medical, dental, automotive, micro-robotics, and jewelry sectors. The enhanced printing speed coupled with a notable cost reduction per cubic centimeter positions the Pro40 as a cost-effective solution for producing large quantities of complex metal parts. The high resolution of 40 micrometers enables the creation of filigree structures and smooth surfaces, expanding its application scope to industries demanding precision and aesthetic appeal12.
Technical Specifications
Key specifications of the Hammer Pro40 include:
- Two scrolling projector units
- Printing volume: 2x 200 x 76.8 x 150 mm
- Pixel pitch 40µm
- Slice thickness: 10-100 µm
- Pixel count (X, Y): 2x 5000 x 1920 px
- Print speed: up to 240 layers/h and up to 700 cm³/h3.
With its unveiling at Formnext 2023, the Hammer Pro40 by Incus is not just a product launch, but a significant leap towards redefining the paradigms of metal 3D printing and mass manufacturing.
