Tough 3D Printing for Prototypes and Batch Production Parts – Ideal for 3D Printing for Prototypes
Multi-Jet Fusion (MJF) is a type of 3D printing technology that uses a combination of heat and pressure to produce parts from powder-based materials. MJF works by depositing a layer of fine powder material on a build platform and then fusing it together using a thermal print head. The process is repeated layer by layer until the entire part is built.
MJF is known for its ability to produce high-quality parts with consistent, water-tight, properties, making it a good choice for a wide range of applications, including functional prototypes, end-use parts, and low-volume production runs. The technology can produce parts with high accuracy, good surface finish, and excellent mechanical properties. It’s also capable of producing parts with complex geometries and internal structures, which can be difficult to produce with other 3D printing technologies.
MJF is typically used with engineering-grade materials, such as PA 12 (nylon), which offer high strength and stiffness, good wear resistance, low moisture absorption and excellent chemical resistance to oils, greases, hydrocarbons, and alkalis.
MJF 3D printing process combines inkjet printing and powder fusion. To be able to perfect a design and achieve the desired results, our MJF 3D printing service is paramount. But how does the printing process work? We have outlined the steps involved in making precise, accurate and clean designs during the MJF 3D printing process.
Typically, the process begins with a thin layer of thermoplastic powder that is spread over the build platform. The powder is a base material for whatever is being printed. Each layer thickness can be changed to meet requirements, depending on how detailed and robust you want your product to be. When the powder is spread an inkjet carriage begins printing and it deposits a fusing agent on the powder. This helps the powder to melt and fuse together.
The process of the powder being spread and fused is repeated for each step until your product is built. Due to this, MJF printing is suitable for various applications including manufacturing, prototyping and medical applications.
As well as MJF 3D printing allowing for multiple applications, it is fast as an entire build layer is printed at once. Due to this the process is much quicker than other 3D printing methods. This makes MJF printing perfect for applications with a tight deadline or high volumes of products. It is also cost-effective as this method of 3D printing has low input costs combined with the fast speed.
MJF can create robust, detailed and high-quality products, ensuring your products aren’t compromised on quality for speed. You can quickly get your end objects efficiently and to the highest quality with our MJF 3D printing service.
