Massivit 3D unveiled their Massivit 10000-G 3D printer for the very first time during RAPID +TCT 2023. They also provided live 3D print demonstrations.
The Massivit 10000-G is a new addition to Massivit’s Cast In Motion product line, which aims to automate the production of molds for composite materials manufacturing and provide a range of large-scale custom manufacturing applications. The system has been designed to solve common bottlenecks that occur in the mold production process and streamline it. The manufacturer unveiled its 10000-G system at Formnext in 2022.
Erez Zimerman, CEO of Massivit, said, “As the leading provider of large-scale additive systems, we’re thrilled to offer the North American additive manufacturing sector this opportunity to experience the new game-changing 10000-G in action. Following the launch last year of our award-winning 10000 additive system, we’ve now developed the capability to directly print industrial molds for composites and to also create complex custom end parts all in one system – a true milestone for the manufacturing market.”
Digital Tooling of Composite Materials
The Massivit 1,0000-G is able to digitally create intricate molds and mandrels as well as master tools, fixtures, jigs and jigs used in the production of composite materials. According to the manufacturer, the 10000-G directly casts industrial molds up 80% faster than conventional methods. It also offers a wide range of digital tools including molding for thermoforming and resin transfer molding.
Massivit uses an epoxy-based material that is high performing and uniform in strength and hardness, even when heated to high temperatures. Other additive tooling technology is not available on the market. The traditional molding process for composites relied on aluminum or steel, which is expensive, has long lead times and results in material waste.
The Massivit 100000-G comes with the Gel Dispensing printing (GDP), which allows it to perform a variety of additive manufacturing as well as custom composite manufacturing.
Massivit’s Gel Dispensing Printing Technology
Massivit’s GDP technology is a proprietary 3D printing technology that allows for the high-speed and precise production of large, lightweight, and hollow 3D printed objects. The technology works by dispensing photopolymer material from a printer head onto a platform. This is then solidified with UV light, forming a solid 3D item.
The GDP technology, which is used by 40 countries, can quickly produce functional prototypes and full-scale components for use in industries like automotive, marine and railway. Massivit says that by adding GDP capabilities to its 10000-G system it will be possible to create parts with properties like high-definition or transparent, as well as those that are flame retardant and impact-resistant.
Zimerman added, “At Massivit, our objective is to automate areas of industrial production that have traditionally required time-consuming and costly skilled manual intervention. Composite manufacturing is one such area, and we have the ability through our 10000-G machine to truly disrupt the future production of composite parts and components.”
Specifications and pricing
| Print Configuration | CIM Technology: 1 printing and 1 casting head Thermally-controlled print chamber up to 60°C. Removable & interchangeable print tray. The printed shell layer thickness is between 0.5mm and 1.3mm |
| Print Volume | W x L x H: 1.42 x 1.11 x 1.5 m / 4’8” x 3’8” x 4’11” |
| Maximum Object Weight | 300 kg / 660 lbs |
| Motion System | Linear motors (X/Y) for print head height and servo motors (Z) for print tray height |
| Materials | CIM 500 and Dimengel water-breakable materials |
| Workflow Software and Workflow | Software on machine: proprietary front end software. Input Format: STL. Smart Slicer is required (CAD SW included). |
| System Dimensions | W x L x H: 3.1 x 2.2 x 3.1 m / 10’2” x 7’3” x 10’2” |
| CMS Dimensions | W x L x H: 1.3 x 1.3 x 1.7 m / 4’3” x 4’3” x 5’7” |
| System Weight | Unpacked 3500 lbs. Packed 4000kg/8818lbs. CMS Unpacked 621kg / 1369 System weight lbs. Unpacked 621 kg / 1369 System Weight lbs. |
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The featured image is of the Massivit 10000-G 3-D printer. Image via Massivit 3D.