High-definition 3D printer to be launched
3D Systems Corporation is to launch the Projet HD3000 3D Production System, a professional, high-definition 3D printer, at Solidworks World 2008, from 20-23 January 2008, in San Diego, California, USA. It will be available to customers worldwide in March 2008.
This new 3D Production System is described as a next-generation 3D printer based on 3D Systems' patented and proprietary Multi-Jet Modelling (MJM) technology. It is claimed to provide best-in-class part quality and accuracy, as well as providing a choice of both high-definition and ultra-high-definition build modes in a single system.
The easy-to-use Projet 3D Production System is suitable for a wide range of uses, including concept development, design validation, form and fit analysis, production of moulding and casting patterns, direct investment casting of jewellery and other fine feature applications. 3D Systems' extensive Visijet materials portfolio, including direct-investment castable materials, is suitable for use with the new Projet 3D Production System.
With its large build volume and innovative part stacking and nesting capabilities, this new system enables extended unattended operation for overnight and weekend production runs. The performance of the Projet HD3000 3D Production System is enhanced through the incorporation of 3D Systems' innovative Projet Accelerator software that provides extensive build management, part editing and automatic support generating tools.
The Projet HD3000 3D Production System delivers exceptional part quality. Combined with its hands-free support removal, this new system facilitates the production of precision parts and patterns with finer feature detail and superior surface quality.
Abe Reichental, 3D Systems' president and chief executive officer, comments: "Exceptional productivity and performance were the defining objectives for our new Projet 3D Production System. Responding to specific customer requests and clear emerging marketplace trends, we are enormously proud to deliver such a versatile system, one capable of continuous production of precision parts as well as of machine tool quality direct castable patterns. The introduction of this high-fidelity 3D Printer underscores our commitment to expand our participation in this segment of the marketplace."
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