Z process

From: bas.cornelissen@philips.com
Date: Thu Dec 07 2000 - 10:28:20 EET


Dear list,

I have a question about the Z process. I understand that it has the following advantages:

- Fast (Z claims to have the fastest RP process)
- Multi colour possible
- Infiltration with wax possible
- Upgrade of one machine possible instead of buying a new machine

If you can mention more advantages I would be happy to hear about them.

The question I have is about the materials that can be used. I understand that the powder is a kind of starch or floor. The binder makes the connection between the grain. To what extent is the prototype a functional prototype? Can the parts be used with
high temperatures (120 C)? Is it possible that real engineering plastics can be used in the future or metals (like in the SLS process)?
I mention metals because MIM (Metal Injection Moulding) is a process that uses metal powder and a binder.

I would be pleased if you can give some comments on above words.

Best regards,
Bas Cornelissen

E-mail: bas.cornelissen@philips.com
Web: http://www.pcstuff.philips.com
Tel.: +31 40 27 34609
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