Layer Time Control optimizes speed and temperature for perfect fusion

In today's installment on the groundbreaking capabilities of Thermwood's Large Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) systems, we’re spotlighting a feature that brings next level of precision and efficiency with Thermwood’s Layer Time Control technology, built directly into the LSAM control system.

 

This cutting-edge feature automatically adjusts print speed in real-time, ensuring each layer remains at an optimal temperature for flawless layer fusion. By dynamically managing heat and timing throughout the print process, our technology guarantees exceptional results while offering real-time adjustments—even as the machine is printing. Unlock the full potential of your additive manufacturing with superior Layer Time Control technology, where precision meets performance.

 

𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥:
• Technology built into the LSAM control system
• Automatically controls the time spent on each layer by adjusting the print speed
• Dynamically handled at the control in real time
• Ensures that the print is staying at an optimal print temperature at all times
• Can be immediately adjusted (while the machine is printing)
• Optimal temperature range results in better layer fusion

 

 

Some Powerful Advantages:

• Wide variety of "Print-Ready" materials available - including high-temp

• One click activation to apply all parameters necessary to print

• Material configuration files can be shared with all LSAMs

• Automatic routines to load, empty, purge and clean materials from the system

• On-screen instructions guide the operator

• Total freedom to source material from any supplier

• Thermwood will assist in qualifying new materials and train you to qualify new materials yourself.

• Freedom to work directly with material suppliers to develop specialty materials for your specific application.

Thermwood has been the market and technology leader in Large Format Additive Manufacturing (LFAM) since 2016, thanks to our groundbreaking LSAM (Large Scale Additive Manufacturing) systems. 

 

𝐋𝐒𝐀𝐌 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫:

- Superior Print Consistency

- Dynamic Control of Print Temperature

- Large Scale Focused Slicing Software

- Confidence Through Thermwood's Legendary Training, Service and Support

Stay tuned for more insights into how our LSAM systems are revolutionizing large format additive manufacturing! 

Configure and qualify materials effortlessly for large-scale additive manufacturing.

In our latest installment on the groundbreaking capabilities of Thermwood's Large Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) systems, we’re spotlighting a feature that brings unmatched material flexibility and simplicity to large-scale 3D printing: Thermwood’s streamlined approach to material configuration.

 

Discover new levels of material flexibility and ease of use with Thermwood's LSAM (Large Scale Additive Manufacturing) systems! With LSAM, you can access a wide range of “print-ready” materials, all with one-click activation to streamline setup.

 

Our systems come equipped with material configuration files that can be shared across all LSAM units, along with automatic routines for loading, purging, and cleaning, ensuring smooth transitions and hassle-free operation.  Plus, Thermwood gives you total freedom to work with any material supplier, develop specialty materials for unique applications, and we’ll assist you in qualifying new materials while training you to do the same independently. 

 

Some Powerful Advantages:

• Wide variety of "Print-Ready" materials available - including high-temp

• One click activation to apply all parameters necessary to print

• Material configuration files can be shared with all LSAMs

• Automatic routines to load, empty, purge and clean materials from the system

• On-screen instructions guide the operator

• Total freedom to source material from any supplier

• Thermwood will assist in qualifying new materials and train you to qualify new materials yourself.

• Freedom to work directly with material suppliers to develop specialty materials for your specific application.

Thermwood has been the market and technology leader in Large Format Additive Manufacturing (LFAM) since 2016, thanks to our groundbreaking LSAM (Large Scale Additive Manufacturing) systems. 

 

𝐋𝐒𝐀𝐌 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫:

- Superior Print Consistency

- Dynamic Control of Print Temperature

- Large Scale Focused Slicing Software

- Confidence Through Thermwood's Legendary Training, Service and Support

Stay tuned for more insights into how our LSAM systems are revolutionizing large format additive manufacturing! 

Explore Thermwood's Patented Bead Board Substrate

In our latest installment on the transformative power of Thermwood’s Large Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) systems, we're showcasing an clever innovation that’s reshaping additive manufacturing: the Patented Bead Board Substrate.

 

This unique substrate offers unparalleled strength and flexibility, providing a stable foundation for your printed parts while preventing stress and distortion—a common issue in traditional substrates. With advantages like a strong initial tack, secure holding during printing, and effortless removal with basic tools, our bead board substrate sets a new standard in reliability and reusability. Join us as we explore how LSAM technology from Thermwood continues to lead the way in advanced manufacturing solutions!

 

Some Powerful Advantages:

• Strong initial tack

• Allows the printed part to float during its initial contact

• Holds strong throughout the entire printing process

• Prevents distortion/stresses that build in other substrates

• Holds well enough for initial machining operations

• Removed easily with simple everyday tools

• Reusable and repairable

Thermwood has been the market and technology leader in Large Format Additive Manufacturing (LFAM) since 2016, thanks to our groundbreaking LSAM (Large Scale Additive Manufacturing) systems. 

 

𝐋𝐒𝐀𝐌 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫:

- Superior Print Consistency

- Dynamic Control of Print Temperature

- Large Scale Focused Slicing Software

- Confidence Through Thermwood's Legendary Training, Service and Support

Stay tuned for more insights into how our LSAM systems are revolutionizing large format additive manufacturing! 

 

Explore Thermwood's Patented LSAM Chilled Compression Wheel

Discover the latest in our LSAM series! Today, we’re highlighting Thermwood’s Patented Chilled Compression Wheel — engineered for precision, bead consistency, and enhanced bonding strength, delivering fused structures that surpass aerospace standards. See how Thermwood’s LSAM continues to lead in Large Format Additive Manufacturing! 

 

𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬:

• Finishes the bead's final shape and dimension

• Provides important active bead compaction

• The nozzle tip is slightly above the finished bead height

• Nozzle tip does not drag through the material to form the final shape

• Prevents excessive material build up on the nozzle

• Temperature controlled only to prevent polymer affinity (sticking to wheel)

• Removal of inter-bead voids

• Consistency in printed composite microstructures

• Enhances interlayer bonding

• Enhances lateral bead to bead solidity

• Layer-to-layer fusion is over 50% GREATER in strength when compared to methods that utilize a tamping device or those that have no application device at all.

• This results in fused, solid structures that hold vacuum exceeding aerospace standards, 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 the need for fill compounds or sealants.

Thermwood has been the market and technology leader in Large Format Additive Manufacturing (LFAM) since 2016, thanks to our groundbreaking LSAM (Large Scale Additive Manufacturing) systems. 

 

𝐋𝐒𝐀𝐌 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫:

- Superior Print Consistency

- Dynamic Control of Print Temperature

- Large Scale Focused Slicing Software

- Confidence Through Thermwood's Legendary Training, Service and Support

Stay tuned for more insights into how our LSAM systems are revolutionizing large format additive manufacturing!

 

 

Explore the Game-Changing Melt Core System in Thermwood’s LSAM Technology

Thermwood has been pioneering Large Format Additive Manufacturing (LFAM) since 2016, leading the industry with our advanced LSAM systems. These machines offer more than just large-scale capabilities—they deliver an unmatched printing experience with superior print consistency, precise temperature control, and powerful slicing software.

In this series, we’ll take you through the exclusive benefits of LSAM technology, starting with our patented Melt Core System. Discover how this cutting-edge innovation redefines material processing to achieve faster, more reliable, and efficient large-scale 3D printing. Ready to explore the future of manufacturing? Dive in and see why Thermwood is the leader in LFAM! 

 

 

• High output deposition rates
• Large consistent bead sizes
• Standard Melt Core producing over 200 lbs/hr (90.72 kg/hr)
• Optional Larger Melt Core producing over 500 lbs/hr (226.8 kg/hr)
• PID heater control to tightly maintain processing temperatures
• Up to 450° C (850° F) processing temperatures
• Custom Industrial Extruder Screw
• Compression Following Wheel (temperature-controlled) 

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Thermwood Patented Polymer Melt Pump

• Custom patented extruder screw design
• Provides a more consistent melt temperature
• Material flows from the extruder into a fixed displacement polymer melt pump system (patented)
• Melt Pump precisely delivers material to the nozzle
• Eliminates the problem of Extruder Surging
• Not necessary to change the extruder screw when switching between different materials

Thermwood LSAM 1020 Printing and Machining a High Temperature Aerospace Tool for ST Engineering (MRAS) 

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐰𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐋𝐒𝐀𝐌?

• Precision for demanding aerospace applications

• Fastest print heads in the industry – print at speeds up to 200 lbs to 500 lbs per hour

• Built to handle high-temperature materials

• Fast and precise machining capabilities

• Print and Trim at the same time on the same machine for maximum efficiency

• Process virtually any thermoplastic composite, including high-temp materials

𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐋𝐒𝐀𝐌: https://bit.ly/3BQqfV9

Live Printing

Thermwood will be printing high temp autoclave aerospace tooling on an LSAM Additive Printer 510 LIVE at CAMX 2021 in Dallas, TX, October 19th-21st in Booth #M44B.  LSAM Research Laboratory at Purdue ADDITIVE3D simulation software will be on display as well in adjacent Booth #M44, with Purdue representatives on site for demonstrations.  We will be printing a different material each day, donated by AIRTECH, SABIC AND TECHMER PM.  This promises to be an exciting demonstration of the LSAM Additive Printer Large Scale Additive System! 

Free CAMX 2021 Exhibit Pass & 15% off Conference Registration Fee

Click the link below to Be Our Guest and register for a Free CAMX Exhibit pass and 15% off the Conference Registration Fee.

Free Exhibit Hall Pass Code: FREEEX021

15% off Full Conference Registration Code: FREEFULL21

Make plans now to visit the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center and stop by Thermwood Booth #M44B to witness this live and in-person!

LSAM Research Laboratory at Purdue ADDITIVE3D Software on Display

Representatives from the recently announced Thermwood Research Laboratory at Purdue University (located in Purdue University's Composites Manufacturing Simulation Center - CSMC) will also be on hand to demonstrate their ADDITVE3D simulation software.

AIRTECH High Temp Material - Tuesday, October 19th

On Tuesday, October 19th, we will be printing AIRTECH PEI DALTRAM I-350CF

SABIC High Temp Material - Wednesday, October 20th

On Wednesday, October 20th we will be printing SABIC LNP™ THERMOCOMP™ AM EC004XXAR1 ULTEM compound.

TECHMER PM High Temp Material - Thursday, October 21st

On Thursday, October 21st, we will be printing TECHMERPM PESU 1810 3DP.

Live Printing

Thermwood will be printing high temp autoclave aerospace tooling on an LSAM Additive Printer 510 LIVE at RAPID + TCT 2021 in Chicago, IL September 13th-15th.  LSAM Research Laboratory at Purdue ADDITIVE3D Software will be on display as well, with Purdue representatives on site for demonstrations.  We will be printing a different material each day, donated by SABIC, TECHMER PM and AIRTECH.  This promises to be an exciting demonstration of the LSAM Additive Printer Large Scale Additive System. 

Free Rapid + TCT Expo Pass & $100 off Conference Registration Fee

Click the link below to Be Our Guest and register for a Free Rapid + TCT Expo pass and $100 off the Conference Registration Fee.

Use Promo Code: 10016220

Make plans now to visit the McCormick Center and stop by Thermwood booth #E7628 to witness this live and in-person!

LSAM Research Laboratory at Purdue ADDITIVE3D Software on Display

Representatives from the recently announced Thermwood Research Laboratory at Purdue University (located in Purdue University's Composites Manufacturing Simulation Center - CSMC) will also be on hand to demonstrate their ADDITVE3D simulation software.

SABIC High Temp Material - September 13th

On Monday, September 13th we will be printing SABIC LNP™ THERMOCOMP™ AM EC004XXAR1 ULTEM compound.

TECHMER PM High Temp Material - Tuesday, September 14th

On Tuesday, September 14th, we will be printing TECHMERPM PESU 1810 3DP.

AIRTECH High Temp Material - Wednesday, September 15th

On Wednesday, September 15th, we will be printing AIRTECH PEI DALTRAM I-350CF