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Satellite antenna for Ka frequency band

Aviation and aerospace TruPrint Aluminum Additive manufacturing

This component from aerospace is an economical and useful application that exemplifies the advantages of AM. These include lightweight construction, complex structures that cannot be manufactured conventionally, higher component performance, and the ability to act as a reliable production tool - all of which contribute to achieving difficult project milestones.

High geometric precision and the 3D printer's ability to produce even the smallest elements are crucial for this antenna model to function as intended.
Mass reduction
Reduced signal loss
Design only possible with additive manufacturing
Cost reduction

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Do you have a component that you would like to 3D print? Would you like to know what potential savings there are, and what advantages you could benefit from with additive manufacturing? Then get in touch with us today to arrange an individual consultation with our experts.

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Facts & figures about the example part

Weight: 72 g

Production time:  18 h (4 antennas)

Number of layers: 1994, ea. 20 µm

Material: AlSi10Mg

Additive manufacturing enables a monolithic design of the Ka band antenna. The integral design of many components is the primary focus when reducing the power loss of the electromagnetic waves. The excellent resolution of the TruPrint 2000 helps us to achieve the target frequency of the Ka band.

Matthias Müller
TRUMPF Laser- und Systemtechnik GmbH

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TruPrint 2000
TruPrint 2000

Are you looking for a profitable machine concept with outstanding printing results? The TruPrint 2000 meets these requirements exactly. With its full-field multilaser, consisting of 2 x 300 W (optionally 2 x 500 W) lasers, a beam diameter of 80 µm and a short recoating time, it delivers excellent results. Its build volume is 200 x 200 mm in the base area and 200 mm in height. The production process is based on a closed powder circuit under shielding gas, which ensures practical handling and the highest occupational safety.

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