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Design of a hydraulic distributor

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The hydraulic block is integrated in a TRUMPF laser system and is used for cooling water distribution. It was developed with the help of internal TRUMPF consulting. The result is a monolithic component with integrated mounting brackets, fewer leakage points and higher output. In comparison with conventional hydraulic distributors, hydraulic distributors produced with the help of additive manufacturing are characterised by the use of up to 60% less material.

AM design

Conventional design


Vibration-induced flow reduction
Pressure loss reduction
Designed for AM: no supports required

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Facts & figures about the example part

Material: 316L

Weight: 966g

Construction duration: 32h for 6 items

Number of layers: 2134

Created by: TRUMPF

While the additive manufacturing process may incur slightly higher costs compared to traditionally milled hydraulic blocks, the benefits in terms of vibration reduction, pressure loss reduction, part consolidation, and consequently, the reduction of leakage points, are of paramount importance to us. Thanks to these advantages, we deliver more powerful machines that consistently meet TRUMPF's stringent quality standards.

Markus Fichter
TRUMPF

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