Meltio Engine Robot Integration

 

Turn a robotic arm into a metal 3D printing system with no inherent size constraints. Meltio Engine Robot Integration is the perfect platform for large and complex 3D printing, repairing, cladding, and adding features.

Thanks to our commercial agreement with Wire Trading S.A.S., an official KUKA Robot distributor, we are able to offer you a complete solution tailored to your production needs.

 

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Robotic Metal 3D Printing Integration
The most affordable large-scale metal 3D printing solution, the Meltio Engine integrates with any robotic arm manufacturer and interface on the market.

High complexity
Create highly complex parts with infinite degrees of freedom.

Retrofitting
Provide new capabilities to any robotic arm by turning it into a metal 3D printing system.

Part Repair
Economically viable component repair, part augmentation, and feature addition.

Large Size
No inherent constraints when the workspace is only limited by the size of the motion system.

 

Meltio Engine Specifications

Dimensions (LxWxH):
390x650x1000 mm

Print envelope (XxYxZ):
inherent to the motion system

Weight:
142kg

Laser power:
1200 W

Laser type:
multiple 200 W direct diode lasers

Laser wavelength:
976nm

Process control:
closed-loop modulation, laser and wire

Power input:
208/230 V Single-phase or 400 V Three-phase

Power consumption:
2-5 kW peak depending on selected options

Wire feeding:
from a K300 spool to up to two external wire drums

Feeding wire:
Wire diameter 0.8-1.2 mm

Powder feeding:
external plug and play powder feeders

Powder raw material:
Particle size 45 to 90 um

Cooling:
water-cooled chiller included

 

Hardware Integration

Custom mounting hardware for the deposition head and top enclosure for electronics and related sensors.

Dimensions (W*D*H):
202*297*784mm
Weight:
15.5 kg

 

 

Minimum Robot Requirements

The minimum requirements for proper Meltio Engine integration with a robotic arm are:

  • Payload of at least 20 kg (60 kg recommended)
  • More than 3 digital input ports available
  • More than 3 digital output ports available
  • Enclosed room with safety locks
  • Laser-safe windows and/or camera

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Upgrades and accessories

Hot Wire
Programmable feeder that preheats the material to increase deposition speed.

Dual Wire
This option allows you to 3D print two wire materials in sequence with very fast wire changes.

Workstation
Robust stainless steel and aluminum wheeled table. Includes drawers for tools and materials.

Laser Calibration System
Allows users to accurately and effortlessly calibrate Meltio's multi-laser deposition head before each print.