Markforged – Metal X 3D Printer
The Metal X is a 3D printer that prints metal powder bound in a plastic matrix to eliminate safety risks associated with traditional metal 3D printing methods while enabling new features like close-cell infill for reduced part weight and cost.
Features of Markforged – Metal X 3D Printer
Software
Eiger Cloud
Printer Properties
Process
Atomic Diffusion Additive Manufacturing (ADAM)
Build Volume
300 x 220 x 180 mm
Print Chamber
Heated
Print Bed
Heated, vacuum-sealed print sheet, auto bed leveling
Print System
Two nozzles — Metal material and release material
Materials
Stainless steel (17-4 PH, 316L*), Tool steel (H13, A2, D2), Inconel 625, Copper, Titanium-6Al-4V*
Metal Material
Release Material
Ceramic (consumed at 1:10 ratio to metal spools, on average) Media (Spools) Filament fed, bound powder
Part Properties
Max Part Size
250 x 183 x 150 mm
Supports
Metal material with ceramic release layer
Layer Height
50µm and 125µm post-sinter