Multi Jet Fusion

GPTKB entity

Statements (50)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf 3D printing technology
gptkbp:advantage speed
cost efficiency for short runs
mechanical properties of parts
gptkbp:application prototyping
end-use parts
functional parts
gptkbp:buildsLayerByLayer yes
gptkbp:competitor gptkb:Stereolithography
gptkb:Fused_Deposition_Modeling
gptkb:Selective_Laser_Sintering
gptkbp:developedBy gptkb:HP_Inc.
gptkbp:enablesColorPrinting yes (in some models)
gptkbp:environmentalControl enclosed build chamber
gptkbp:feature fine detail
good mechanical properties
high speed
good surface finish
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Multi Jet Fusion
gptkbp:industry aerospace
automotive
healthcare
consumer goods
gptkbp:introducedIn 2016
gptkbp:limitation limited material selection
powder handling requirements
gptkbp:marketedAs gptkb:HP_Jet_Fusion
gptkbp:material gptkb:plastic
gptkb:TPU_(thermoplastic_polyurethane)
polyamide (nylon)
gptkbp:notablePrinterModel gptkb:HP_Jet_Fusion_540
gptkb:HP_Jet_Fusion_580
gptkb:HP_Jet_Fusion_4200
gptkb:HP_Jet_Fusion_5200
gptkbp:numberOfVolumes varies by printer model
gptkbp:patent gptkb:HP_Inc.
gptkbp:powerSource infrared light
gptkbp:printingProcess powder bed fusion
gptkbp:printTechnology faster than SLS
gptkbp:recyclesUnusedPowder yes
gptkbp:requiresPostProcessing yes
gptkbp:resolution 80-120 microns
gptkbp:technology gptkb:additive_manufacturing
gptkbp:thickness typically 80 microns
gptkbp:usesDetailingAgent yes
gptkbp:usesFusingAgent yes
gptkbp:usesPowder yes
gptkbp:usesPrintHeads thermal inkjet
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:HP_Jet_Fusion
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6