What is Additive Manufacturing?
Additive Manufacturing, more commonly known as 3D printing. (RP), Direct Digital Manufacturing (DDM) and Additive Fabrication (AF)
Vacuums for 3D Printing | Additive Manufacturing | Metal Powders
Wet-immersion and dry vacuums for control of fugitive dust and housekeeping and cleaning around the 3D printing equipment.
Vacuums for Additive Manufacturing
Industrial vacuums for INERTIZATION of conductive powder residues
Additive Manufacturing Vacuum with Cyclone
Additive manufacturing hazards
Additive Manufacturing hazards include potential risks that can arise from exposure to the materials used, particularly metal powders, which can be hazardous
The best way to deal with waste dust from 3D printing
The best way to deal with waste dust from 3D printing is to look at the materials being used and what their properties are. At a minimum you should have HEPA filtration. Ideally, a vacuum or dust collector that is designed to be intrinsically safe and compliant with electrical and safety codes for the facility.
Depureco BL AM
Depureco BL Additive Manufacturing Vacuum.
The BL AM (Additive Manufacturing) is an industrial vacuum cleaner specifically crafted to remove conductive metal dust. This vacuum cleaner features a powerful single-phase brushless motor, delivering exceptional performance and maximum safety, even in potentially explosive environments. To collect dangerous particles, this product incorporates an advanced explosion-protected system: the vacuumed conductive metal powder is directly immersed in a bath of inert liquid within the container. The motor is safeguarded by a large-surface H13 class antistatic conical filter. Additional filtration inside the container ensures the highest levels of safety, even when dealing with potentially explosive dust. Inside the INERTIZATION container, there is a metal grid filter to capture any sparks and a nylon filter that separates the sucked metal dust from the inert liquid, allowing for recovery and reuse.
The BL AM eliminates the health hazards of additive manufacturing dust
The BL AM eliminates the health hazards of additive manufacturing dust with its state of the art INERTIZATION chamber and muliple filter statges, with a HEPA at the exhaust allowing the unit to double as a HEPA air cleaner returning clean breathable air back into the workspace.
Click HERE to see a brochure with full specifications
Designed and built in Italy
Designed and built in Italy The BL Additive Manufacturing vacuum is a state of the art 3D printing vacuum ideal for labs and areas where cleanliness and clean breathable air is crucial for workers safety.
Specifications:
| Motor | Primary Filter | Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Motors | Type Brushless Motor | Filter Type Cartridge | Dimensions 21.6 x 24.4 in |
| Voltage | Frequency 120 | 60 V|Hz | Class EN 60335-2-69 H13 | Height 55 in |
| Maximum vacuum 92 inH2O | Media Antistatic Polyester | Weight 110 lb |
| Maximum air flow 129 CFM | Surface area 5,500 in² | Bin capacity 12 gal |
| Noise level-(EN ISO 3744) 72 dB(A) | Hydrogen vent valve Included | |
| Frequency 50/60 Hz | ||
| Power 1.5 HP | ||
| IP | Insulation Class 65 | F | ||
| Inlet 2 Ø in |
INERTIZATION of conductive metal dusts
FAQ Section
Why is vacuuming dusts from Additive Manufacturing and 3D printing so important?
The 3D printers used in additive manufacturing usually require cleaning after the process is completed as the dusts can be explosive. Some explosive dusts also interact badly with other explosive dusts. Control of fugitive dust emissions and housekeeping outside of (and around) the 3D printing equipment must also be considered.
Why is it important to do a Risk Analysis / Risk assessment?
Whether the powders or materials used are metal or nonmetal, it is imperative that anyone considering using additive manufacturing perform a risk analysis on the process to determine the hazards involved and how those hazards will be managed.
What kind of Vacuum cleaners are recommended for use in Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing?
Controlled Air Design offers a complete line of vacuum cleaners for additive manufacturing and 3D Printing. We offer both immersion “wet mix” systems as well as dry recovery systems.
What materials are used in additive manufacturing?
The materials used in additive manufacturing can range from starch to photopolymer resins (polymer changes properties when exposed to light) to thermoplastics to metals, such as aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, Inconel alloys, and others.
What is NRTL?
OSHA created the Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) program to ensure that certain types of equipment be tested and certified for their safe use in the workplace. A Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) is a private-sector organization that OSHA has recognized as meeting the legal requirements in 29 CFR 1910.7 to perform testing and certification of products using consensus based test standards. An organization must have the necessary capability both as a product safety testing laboratory and as a product certification body to receive OSHA recognition as an NRTL. To find out more about the OSHA NRTL program, please follow this link to the OSHA website: https://www.osha.gov/dts/otpca/nrtl/nrtllist.html
What are "conductive vacuum tools and hose"? and what is the difference between a grounded hose and a hose that conducts static?
Our Statmax Conductive vac hoses specification sheets contain resistance readings that show the concentration of conductive resins used: https://www.controlledairdesign.com/images/uploads/files/StatMax_YL_1.pdf
For applications where a grounding wire is called for we have the food grade StatMax with copper grounding wire: https://www.controlledairdesign.com/products/hoses-tools/statmax-grounded
Can you better explain what NFPA Divisions and Classes mean?
Where do I find spare parts and accessories?
Small Footprint Dust Collector for XP Combustible Dust
DF 22 Z22 ATEX DUST COLLECTOR ORDLOC
DF Z22 Small Foot print Dust Collector for XP Dust
Highly portable and ergonomic XP dust collector for collection of ST1 XP Dust for batching and pouring. Built in Italy, cleverly designed, small footprint, and very easy to maintain. Parts and filters are always on hand. Portable units and arms are usually in stock for immediate shipment.
Click HERE to see a brochure with full specifications