Micronics Launches Desktop SLS 3D Printer

High precision and affordability for everyone

Micronics has launched an innovative desktop SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) printer , designed to make this advanced technology accessible to a wider audience. This printer offers a much more affordable alternative compared to other options on the market, such as the Sinterit Lisa and Formlabs Fuse, which are considerably more expensive.

Industrial 3D printing is coming to every home.

One of the most notable features of this printer is its low-cost galvo scanner , which uses computer-controlled mirrors to guide a 5-watt laser over the powder bed. This technology, together with proprietary slicing software developed with Unreal Engine, optimizes the layout of the parts and prevents collisions during the printing process.

The printer has a build volume of 160mm x 160mm x 200mm and can work with a variety of materials, starting with Nylon 12 as standard and expanding to TPU, reinforced nylon and polypropylene in the future. The powder feeding and handling system has been simplified to reduce costs and facilitate use in home environments, with a design that allows for easy recovery and recycling of surplus powder.

The printer’s compact design, with dimensions of 310mm x 330mm x 700mm and a weight of 19kg , makes it suitable for home use and small workshops. Additionally, the build chamber is enclosed in glass, which helps retain heat and speed up the heating process, thereby reducing setup time and energy consumption.

Micronics has also placed a strong emphasis on the precision and quality of the prints, promising accuracy of ±0.2% and a minimal variation of ±0.1 mm in the parts produced. The powder layer is applied evenly using an innovative system that avoids the need for multiple pistons, further simplifying the printing process and reducing costs.

This new printer from Micronics promises to revolutionize the SLS 3D printing market, making it more accessible to enthusiasts, small businesses and home users, offering a combination of high quality, innovation and affordability that is hard to beat.

A technology that does not come without problems.

Why not buy the New Micronics Desktop SLS 3D Printer.

At Printatonic we have thoroughly analyzed everything we know about this new printer, and we see a number of very obvious problems:

• Limited Build Size: The printer has a build volume of 160 x 160 x 200 mm, which may be insufficient for larger projects. This limits production capability to relatively small objects, which may not be suitable for all industrial needs.
• Post-processing Required: Like all SLS printers, objects printed with the Micronics require significant post-processing to remove residual powder. This may involve the use of additional equipment , such as dust extractors, and may increase the overall time and cost of the process.
• Powder Handling: Powder used in SLS printing must be kept away from moisture and oxygen to ensure print quality. This means extra care must be taken in storing and handling the material, which can be challenging, especially in uncontrolled environments.
• Limited Materials Initially: Although Micronics plans to expand the range of supported materials in the future, it will initially only support Nylon 12. This may be limiting for users who need to work with a variety of materials from the start.
• Hidden Costs: Although the initial printer price is relatively low for an SLS machine, additional costs associated with powder handling, post-processing and consumables can add up, making the total cost of ownership higher than expected.
• Software Complexity: Despite the innovations in slicing software developed with Unreal Engine, there can be a learning curve for users unfamiliar with this type of software, which can slow initial implementation and operational efficiency.

Even with a starting price of $2,999 (approximately €3,450) and a final price of $4,499 (approximately €4,200), these cons are important to consider for potential users and buyers, as they can affect the viability and cost-effectiveness of using the printer in different applications.

For more details and to support this revolutionary project, visit Micron’s Kickstarter page .

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