Mitsubishi Electric to Launch Digital Wire-laser Metal 3D Printer

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Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has announced the release of two models of the AZ600 wire-laser metal 3D printer on March 1. This innovative technology combines laser melting of welding wire with 5-axis spatial control, providing stable and high-quality 3D printing. The printers aim to reduce energy consumption and waste, contributing to a more sustainable manufacturing process. Additionally, a new contract printing service will facilitate adoption of additive manufacturing, offering design consultation and prototyping services.

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• Launch of AZ600 printers enhances manufacturing capabilities.
• Technology contributes to energy conservation and resource efficiency.
• New contract printing service aids in adopting 3D metal printing.

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Contributes to manufacturing in a decarbonized era with a world's first for digital 3D printing technology

TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO:6503) announced today that on March 1 it will release two models of the “AZ600” wire-laser metal 3D printer, which melts welding wire with a laser beam to create high-quality 3D structures. Digital additive-manufacturing technology combined with simultaneous 5-axis spatial control and coordinated control of machining conditions, a world’s first, delivers stable, high-quality 3D printing. Furthermore, it contributes to manufacturing in a decarbonized era by reducing energy consumption, saves resources by shortening of processing time and using highly efficient production methods such as ‘near-net-shape’, and supports the build-up of repairs for the maintenance of specialist parts for automobiles, ships and aircraft. Additionally, a new contract printing service utilizing these printers will help the adoption of additive manufacturing by offering product design consultation, prototyping and general advice about the application of 3D metal printing.

In recent years, the growing need to reduce CO₂ emissions in the metalworking manufacturing industry has stimulated an increase in demand for more efficient metalworking methods that reduce energy consumption and conserve finite natural resources. In particular, demand is expected to grow for metal 3D printers, which create objects from 3D shape data. This has the advantages of significantly shortening the conventional manufacturing process, reducing waste materials in the manufacturing process, and improving design flexibility by making it easier to integrate multiple parts and reduce weight. On the other hand, metal 3D printers that use powder-based feedstock have issues with material management, workability and safety, and a new additive manufacturing process has been required.

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FAQ

What is the launch date for Mitsubishi Electric's AZ600 3D printer?

The AZ600 3D printer will be launched on March 1.

What are the key features of the AZ600 3D printer?

The AZ600 features wire-laser technology and 5-axis spatial control for high-quality 3D printing.

How does the AZ600 printer contribute to decarbonization?

It reduces energy consumption and waste, supporting more sustainable manufacturing practices.

What services will Mitsubishi Electric offer with the new printers?

A contract printing service will be offered, including product design consultation and prototyping.

What impact does the AZ600 have on the metalworking industry?

It addresses the need for efficient metalworking methods, reducing CO2 emissions and resource use.