Hybrid (DED + CNC)
Hybrid Additive Manufacturing (DED + CNC)
Combined machine class (not an independent ISO family) integrating an additive process (typically DED-LB/M) directly into a 5-axis CNC machining centre.
Operating Principle & Process Flow
Operating Principle: The part is built up additively and then — in the same clamping — machined (subtractively) to final dimensions and surface quality.
Process Flow: Print a structure (DED) → Tool change to milling cutter → Machine edges → Print next structures.
Technical Specifications
- Energy Source: Combination of laser (DED) and milling spindle.
- Feedstock / Material Feed: Metal powder or wire (e.g. Meltio).
- Typical Part Size: Dependent on CNC work envelope.
- Build Rate: High (DED build rates).
- Accuracy: Ultimately high (CNC milling precision in µm range).
- Surface Quality: Perfect (milling quality).
Applications & Materials
Typical Materials: All weldable and machinable metals.
Typical Applications: Repair of complex turbine blades, manufacture of injection mould tools with internal channels in a single setup.
Industries: Tooling, aerospace, turbine manufacturing.
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