Binder Jetting Technologies from Desktop Metal

Materials are used that comply with the MIM material standards (MPIF), e.g:

• Stainless steel (e.g. 316L, 17-4PH)
• Tool steels
• Other metallic materials depending on application

This allows components to be produced with properties that are comparable to classic MIM.

The binder jetting process is particularly suitable for quantities of 1 to approx. 10,000 components. Metal Binder Jetting thus closes the gap between prototyping and classic series production within modern 3D printing technologies.

Metal Binder Jetting is an industrial 3D printing technology for the production of metal components. Metal powder is applied in layers and bonded with a liquid binder. The printing process is followed by powder removal and sintering, resulting in virtually dense, high-precision metal parts.

Yes, components from the binder jetting process can be further refined using established processes, e.g:

• Electropolishing
• Galvanizing
• Mechanical processing

A major advantage of metal binder jetting is the enormous design freedom. Complex geometries, undercuts, intricate structures or internal channels can be realized without support structures – something that is not possible with many other 3D printing technologies.

After sintering, the components achieve a density of up to 98%, comparable to cast metal parts. The mechanical properties make Metal Binder Jetting a reliable 3D printing technology for end applications.

Metal Binder Jetting is used, among other things, in:

• Medical technology
• Automotive
• Electronics
• Mechanical and plant engineering
• Industrial and sensor technology

Especially where precision, short development times and cost control are crucial.

This results in high-quality end customer and functional parts.

Metal Binder Jetting combines the advantages of classic MIM processes with the flexibility of modern additive manufacturing. Tool-free production, fast iterations and quality suitable for series production make binder jetting one of the most important 3D printing technologies for industrial manufacturing.

Desktop Metal combines industrial productivity with high material flexibility and automated process chains. Companies looking to purchase a binder jetting printer benefit from a broad product portfolio, high process stability, and years of experience in industrial metal 3D printing.

As an official partner of Desktop Metal, we help companies in the DACH region purchase the right Binder Jetting printer and successfully integrate it into their existing manufacturing processes. Here’s how we do it:

• Step 1 – Clarifying Requirements – In an initial consultation, we work together to gather all relevant information regarding your requirements. The goal is to provide an initial assessment of the technical feasibility of your application using the binder jetting process.
• Step 2 – Potential Analysis – Based on your requirements, we conduct a component and cost analysis for the appropriate binder jetting system from the manufacturer. This analysis provides you with a transparent overview of potential unit costs as well as opportunities for technical optimization. We demonstrate how targeted adjustments—particularly in the design for additive manufacturing—can help you fully leverage the technology’s potential.
• Step 3 – Manufacturing a Sample Part – In the next step, we manufacture a sample part based on the design optimizations developed using one of our Binder Jetting systems at our own facility in Esslingen. This provides you with a realistic validation of the technical implementation.
• Step 4 – Purchase and Implementation of the Binder Jetting Printer – Following successful validation and purchase of the Binder Jetting printer, our service technicians will then handle the on-site installation of the system and support you during commissioning and ongoing operation with technical advice.

Would you like to purchase an industrial Binder Jetting printer or determine whether the technology is suitable for your components? Our experts in Desktop Metal systems will support you from the initial feasibility analysis through to series production.