Additive / Additive Cell — metal 3D printing systems (WAAM, CMT)
Country: Austria · Model: Additive / Additive Cell
The WAAM metal 3D printing system builds up a part in layers of wire deposited by the arc of the CMT (Cold Metal Transfer) process. It is supplied as a set of components for integrators or as a ready-made turnkey Additive Cell. It is used to make prototypes, small series, spare parts and tooling on site and on demand, without warehousing or shipping.
- Technology
- wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) with the CMT process
- Materials
- low-alloy steels, aluminium, nickel alloys, stainless steel
- Versions
- Additive components for integrators; Additive Cell
- Software
- CMT Additive Pro
Technical specifications
| Technology | wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) with the CMT process |
|---|---|
| Materials | low-alloy steels, aluminium, nickel alloys, stainless steel |
| Versions | Additive components for integrators; Additive Cell |
| Software | CMT Additive Pro |
| Customs codes (for reference) | |
| HS code | 8485.20 |
| UKTZED code (Ukraine) | 8485200000 |
| CN code (EU) | 84852000 |
Specifications are taken from the manufacturer’s technical documentation. Updated . Customs codes are for reference only; the final code is determined at customs declaration for the specific model.
Description
The basis is the CMT process with reversing wire motion, so layers grow evenly and with practically no spatter. The CMT Additive Pro welding characteristic was created for additive tasks. Its stabiliser keeps the wire speed almost constant under external disturbances, and power correction changes the heat input and preserves the bead geometry as the part heats up from pass to pass. Measuring the stick-out (CTWD) gives the manipulator a signal for position correction without external sensors. The lowest heat input comes from the CMT AC process on the iWave AC/DC power source. The Additive Cell combines the robot mechanics, a thermally designed part fixture and software into a validated single-supplier system, while the components have open connectivity for building into customers' own lines.
How to choose
An integrator with its own mechanics and control system needs only the Additive components with open connectivity. A company with no additive manufacturing experience will find it simpler to take the Additive Cell, where the robot, fixture and software are verified together. Low-alloy steels, aluminium, nickel alloys and stainless steel can be deposited. For ordinary welding with the CMT process, rather than building up parts, a TPS/i power source of up to 600 A is suitable.
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FAQ
How does the Additive Cell differ from the Additive components?
The Additive Cell is supplied as a ready-to-run cell with a robot, fixture and software, verified as one system. The components are intended for integrators who build their own system.
How does CMT Additive Pro even out the layer height at the start of the bead?
The pulsed HotStart gives sufficient penetration and adhesion at the start, so the layer height in this zone is almost constant. The deposition rate stabiliser also simplifies path planning.
Can a discontinued spare part be restored by the WAAM method?
Yes, the manufacturer's centre carries out reverse engineering. The part is 3D scanned, the CAD model is rebuilt, the part is deposited, inspected by level 3 NDT methods and finished by machining.
Does the manufacturer offer ready-made deposition parameters for WAAM?
The prototype and production centre develops and certifies parameter sets (“recipes”) for licensing, and carries out contract additive manufacturing and metallographic tests.
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