Apr 1, 2026
3D printing of metals: The Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF)
The remaining powder is removed without residue at the end of the building process. Step-by-step laser melting allows several metal layers and their advantages to be combined. This is why the LPBF process is very advantageous, for example, in the development of highly efficient cooling structures. The selective Laser melted components have largely the same characteristics as the series material. In order to meet the highest dimensional and quality standards, the components can be reworked according to requirements. In contrast to classical milling or joining of single metal plates, the complexity and the level of detail does not increase the costs of production. The manufacturing costs are only determined by the material and volume used.