Roland DG Corporation, a manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers, cutters and compact 3D modeling machines, launches two new powder 3D printer models, designed to produce ceramic objects.
The company’s entrance into the AM market goes back to 2022 when it opened a joint venture named CERAWEI TECHNOLOGY CO. LTD. Its partners were AMSKY, Jingdezhen Changnan New Area Zhongxi Investment Partnership, and AGC Ceramics Co, Ltd. (AGCC).
Designed to replace manual fabrication methods or milling machines, the new 3D printers – PB-600 and PB-400 – are part of the PB series. Based on binder jetting, they produce parts by ejecting liquid binder from a print head and layering dedicated Brightorb artificial ceramic powder while fixing it layer by layer.
“The printers are capable of producing ceramic objects, even those with complex structures that could previously only be dreamed of, including artistic interior decor, ceramic panels and walls, and fine art replicas as well as arts and crafts, earthenware, and other items,” said Ryugo Nimura, President, Global Sales and Marketing Division.
Brightorb powder and build volumes
Brightorb consists of fine particles to enable excellent performance with less than 1% shrinkage during firing. The PB series layers the material at the optimum thickness to create complex objects with high precision and a beautifully smooth finish.
The PB-600 has a maximum work area of 595 (W) x 600 (D) x 250 (H) mm, while the PB-400 has a maximum work area of 390 (W) x 290 (D) x 200 (H) mm. By laying out several different modeling objects, a large object or several smaller ones can be produced at once.
The printer includes slicing software that converts 3D data created with 3D CAD or 3D CG software into output data. It can also be operated intuitively from a monitor attached to the product itself, making it easy even for first-time users.
“Since its establishment in 1981, Roland DG has been supporting the digitalization of various industries by providing digital solutions that make it easy for anyone to create things,” Nimura continued. “The PB series allows users to create one-of-a-kind and premium 3D objects utilizing the unique characteristics of 3D printing technology, and has the power to revolutionize conventional processes, expand the possibilities of creative expression, and bring new value and sales opportunities to the interior decoration, architecture, fine art, and arts and crafts industries, as well as educational and research institutions in history and culture. We will continue to contribute to the creation of an environment in which people can demonstrate their unlimited creativity through innovative technologies.”
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