TRUMPF relies on optimized 3D printing systems: TruPrint 3000 with increased performance

At Formnext 2024, TRUMPF will be presenting the improved version of the TruPrint 3000, which is specially designed for the series production of high-quality components. The system has been equipped with integrated cooling of the build platform and an increased laser output of 700 watts. According to Roland Spiegelhalder, Product Manager Additive Manufacturing at TRUMPF, the TruPrint 3000 offers advantages for users from various sectors, including the automotive and aerospace industries.

Cooling of the build platform is a key feature of the TruPrint 3000, with a system that monitors the process area and maintains a constant temperature, allowing the full laser power to be used without the material overheating. This function is particularly relevant for aluminum alloys, as it ensures rapid cooling of the material and thus produces stronger components. This promotes high reproducibility so that identical components can be printed with consistent quality. The automotive industry in particular benefits from this technology, as the parts produced can withstand high mechanical loads.

“The TruPrint 3000 is designed for the series production of high-quality components. Users from all sectors, such as the automotive and aerospace industries, benefit from this,” says Roland Spiegelhalder, Product Manager Additive Manufacturing at TRUMPF.

Another improvement concerns the laser power. The TruPrint 3000 has two fiber lasers, each with an output of 700 watts. By using special optics, the laser spots on the build plate can be enlarged from 80 to 200 micrometers. This allows larger areas to be processed and increases the productivity of the system without compromising on component quality. “This increases the productivity of the system while maintaining the same high component quality,” says Spiegelhalder.

With these technical innovations, TRUMPF is placing a clear focus on increasing efficiency and production capacity in additive manufacturing. The developments on show at Formnext demonstrate how TRUMPF is responding to the needs of the industry and offering advanced solutions for 3D printing.