Aurora Labs begins printing with new AL250 3D Metal Printer

Metal additive manufacturer Aurora Labs (A3D) has launched its new AL250 Printer with the first model now ready for commercial printing in A3D’s Industrial Print Services Business in Perth.

The printer will bolster print capability in the Print Bureau and demonstrate to potential customers the capabilities of A3D’s machines to help boost future printer sales.

The printer was designed, engineered and built in Australia.

According to Aurora Labs: “Parts printed in Inconel 625 have been processed for the development of new production printing parameter window, tuned to the AL250, setting a baseline for printing parts in this widely used nickel based, super alloy found in aerospace and many industrial applications including oil and gas components or aerospace rocketry for excellent thermal, corrosion resistance and fatigue properties.

“The data achieved for the Inconel 625 properties includes hardness as built 315 HV10 and part density at 8.4g/cm3.”

The team plans to print full-scale micro gas turbines in this alloy and develop further print applications to expand its product offerings in the area of micro gas turbines and related parts.

In April Aurora Labs printed, and later flew, a micro gas turbine designed for unmanned aerial vehicles.

Aurora Labs CEO Rebekah Letheby said: “The AL250 3D printer is a significant advancement for our industrial printing service and machine building capabilities.

“It will meet the increasing demand for specialised materials as we expand our capabilities and scale up production for the Defence industry, reinforcing our commitment to developing machines tailored for practical industrial printing applications.

“The AL250 is equipped with multiple commercial features, ensuring a user-friendly and seamless experience.”

The printer’s print boasts a 250 x 250 x 300mm 3D print area.

“This machine excels at printing intricate, mid-sized geometries, making it a valuable addition to our expanding print service.”

Further reading:
Aurora Labs 3D prints micro gas turbine
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