Metal 3D printer FastForm FF-M140C

Dental 3D Printer FastForm FF-M140C H for Printing Metal Crowns and Frameworks

FastForm FF-M140C H is an industrial dental 3D printer for the serial production of metal dental crowns, bridge structures, denture frameworks, and other orthopedic products. The equipment is designed for dental laboratories and dental production centers that use selective laser melting (SLM) technology for 3D metal printing. The working area with a diameter of 140 mm and a height of 100 mm allows multiple models to be placed on the platform simultaneously, ensuring efficient batch production of dental structures.

Advantages of the FF-M140C H Dental 3D Printer

• High productivity in dental production. The printer allows the production of up to 150 dental crowns in 5 hours or 15 dental frameworks in 6 hours, ensuring efficient execution of serial orders.
• Group printing of metal structures. The cylindrical working area with a diameter of 140 mm and a height of 100 mm allows multiple crowns, frameworks, or other dental products to be placed within a single task.
• Layer thickness adjustment. The range of 30–60 microns allows for selecting build parameters according to the geometry of the structures, characteristics of the metal powder, and production requirements.
• Laser spot size of 50–60 microns. The compact laser beam impact zone is suitable for manufacturing small metal parts with complex geometry.
• Quick-release magnetic platform. The base plate fixation system simplifies its installation and removal, reducing the time for auxiliary operations between production cycles.
• Durable filtration system. A permanent filter with a declared resource of 30,000 hours reduces the need for regular replacement of filter elements during equipment operation.

3D Printing Performance of Dental Crowns and Frameworks

FastForm FF-M140C H allows the production of up to 150 metal crowns in 5 hours or 15 dental frameworks in 6 hours. Such productivity makes the printer a practical solution for dental laboratories that work with large volumes of orders and require regular production of uniform structures.

Group placement of models on the platform allows for efficient use of the working area and planning of production cycles. Actual productivity depends on the number and geometry of the products, their placement, properties of the metal powder, and SLM printing settings.

Working Area and Precision of Metal Parts Formation

The cylindrical build area Ø140 × 100 mm is optimized for group production of compact dental structures. The working zone with a diameter of 140 mm allows for the arrangement of multiple products on a single platform, and the height of 100 mm provides space for building models of the appropriate size.

The printer supports the following laser melting parameters:

• Layer thickness of 30–60 microns. Allows for selecting 3D printing parameters depending on the geometry of dental structures, the metal powder used, and the requirements for finished products.
• Laser spot size of 50–60 microns. Provides localized laser beam impact on the metal powder for forming small elements and complex geometry of dental structures.
• Single laser. Provides layer-by-layer melting of metal powder and sequential production of dental structures according to the specified printing parameters.

A flexible scraper is used for even application of metal powder between layers.

Software for Dental 3D Printing

FastLayer automates the preparation of dental models, and FastFab simplifies the launch of tasks on the 3D printer. Software solutions help organize a consistent process of manufacturing metal structures from model layout to the start of printing.

FastLayer supports automated placement of dental crowns on the platform. Layout preparation can be done with one click in 5 minutes, reducing the amount of manual work during the formation of production tasks.

FastFab allows launching prepared print tasks with one click. The joint use of software simplifies the workflow of the dental laboratory and the preparation of serial batches of dental products.

Protective Atmosphere and Filtration System

FastForm FF-M140C H supports the use of nitrogen or argon to create a protective environment during SLM printing with metal powders. A controlled atmosphere is necessary to limit unwanted interaction of molten metal with the surrounding air. The choice of gas depends on the type of alloy and the parameters of the technological process.

The printer is equipped with a permanent filtration system with a resource of 30,000 hours. It is designed for long-term operation and reduces the need for regular replacement of filter elements, which is especially important for laboratories with constant production loads.

Metals and Alloys for Dental SLM Printing

FastForm FF-M140C H supports 3D printing with metal powders, allowing the production of dental structures and other compact functional parts.

Main groups of materials:

• Cobalt-chrome alloys (CoCr). Used for manufacturing metal dental crowns, bridge frameworks, clasp structures, and other dental products where strength, rigidity, and corrosion resistance are important.
• Titanium alloys. Combine high specific strength, low weight, and corrosion resistance. Used for individual components of dental prosthetics and custom metal structures.
• Stainless steel. Suitable for manufacturing auxiliary tools, fasteners, technical components, and other metal parts requiring mechanical strength and corrosion resistance.
• Other metal powders. May be used if confirmed compatible with the equipment and appropriate printing parameters are available.

For dental production, cobalt-chrome and titanium alloys are of particular importance, used in the manufacture of orthopedic structures. The choice of specific powder should match the intended use of the product, material requirements, and the technological profile of SLM printing.

Quick-Release Magnetic Platform

The magnetic system for fixing the base plate speeds up the preparation of the printer for the next printing cycle. The design allows for installing and removing the plate without traditional bolt fastening, simplifying the operator's work.

This is especially convenient during the serial production of dental crowns and frameworks, where after each cycle, the platform needs to be removed for further processing of the printed structures.

Technical Specifications of FastForm FF-M140C H

Buy the FastForm FF-M140C H Dental 3D Printer

FastForm FF-M140C H is designed for serial SLM printing of metal dental crowns, prosthesis frameworks, and other dental structures in dental laboratories and production centers. Order the FastForm FF-M140C H and receive consultation on technical specifications, compatible materials, configuration, delivery conditions, and equipment launch.