Nidec Machine Tool Corporation, based in Ritto, Japan, has launched the LAMDA5000, the company’s largest metal powder-based Directed Energy Deposition (DED) Additive Manufacturing machine to date. With a build envelope measuring 5 x 2.5 x 1.6 meters, the LAMDA5000 is designed for industries requiring large components, such as shipbuilding, aerospace, oil and gas, and automotive tooling.
“The LAMDA5000 shatters the physical limitations of DED Additive Manufacturing,” said Hiroyuki Tauchi, Nidec’s lead engineer for the LAMDA series. “This groundbreaking system opens doors for entirely new applications, allowing us to produce massive, complex metal structures on demand.”
Nidec’s DED technology includes real-time melt pool monitoring and high-speed feedback, ensuring consistent material properties and high quality throughout the entire build process. The integration of AI and machine learning for anomaly detection further safeguards against defects.
The LAMDA5000’s innovative nozzle design with local shielding eliminates the need for a costly environmental chamber, simplifying operation and reducing overall production costs. Additionally, an optional second powder feeder enables both gradient and multi-material builds.
“The LAMDA5000 signifies a significant leap forward in DED Additive Manufacturing,” concluded Tauchi. “We are confident that this machine will empower manufacturers to push the boundaries of design and production, paving the way for a new era of large-scale metal fabrication.”
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