Advantages of F2 Pellet Extruder
- Open System Design: Can be integrated with any robot or gantry system.
- High Temperature Capacity: Up to 500°C extruder enables use of engineering pellets.
- Unlimited Build Volume: Can print up to the limits of the robotic cell or gantry system.
- Material Savings: Hybrid technology reduces total material coefficient to 0.8-0.9 range.
- Hybrid Manufacturing: Post-processing like milling and turning can be applied.
- Recycled Materials: Capable of printing with secondary raw materials and recycled polymer pellets.
How Does F2 Pellet Extruder Work?
- Installation: Extruder is mounted on robot arm or gantry system.
- Material Loading: Pellets are loaded into heating and drying unit.
- Printing: Three-zone heating system melts pellets uniformly for printing.
- Cooling: After printing, the part is left to cool.
- Post-Processing: Mechanical processes can be applied if needed.
Compatible Materials
| Material Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Standard Polymers | ABS, PP, PE, TPU |
| Engineering Pellets | ABS-CF, Ketran, high-performance polymers |
| Recycled Materials | Various secondary raw materials |
Industry Applications
- Automotive: Large-scale prototypes, jigs and fixtures
- Aerospace: Aircraft components, molds
- Construction: Architectural models, building elements
- Industrial Design: Large prototypes
- Manufacturing: Mold and tool production
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Temperature | 500°C |
| Print Area | Up to limits of robotic cell or gantry system |
| Heating System | Three-zone uniform heating |
| Material Feeding | Pre-heated and dried pellet feeding system |
| Hybrid Manufacturing | Post-print mechanical processing compatibility |
- Which robots are compatible with F2 Pellet Extruder?
Compatible with most standard industrial robots. Special mounting kit may be required.
- How is the print quality with recycled materials?
With proper settings, high-quality prints can be achieved with recycled pellets.
- What is the printing speed?
Printing speed varies depending on material used and robot's speed capacity, typically 2-5 times faster than traditional FDM printers.
