Sciaky Develops Smaller EBAM-53 Machine for Labs, Research Facilities

Sciaky Inc., a subsidiary of Phillips Service Industries and a provider of electron beam (EB) welding systems and metal 3D printing solutions, has created the EBAM-53 machine for laboratory and research facilities. This machine is well suited for users who perform research on a smaller scale with the future intent of moving into a larger, traditional Sciaky EBAM system. The first EBAM-53 will ship to a customer site before the end of 2023, and will be offered to the industry starting January 2024.

The EBAM-53 platform is suitable for materials research laboratory settings. The system has a smaller space requirement and a lower cost, but features all of the same EB additive manufacturing (AM) equipment as the larger scale EBAM systems for process optimization and materials development. The system uses the same EB generator, as well as the same sensors, computers and process control software, making users’ research directly scalable into the larger production-ready EBAM models.

The EBAM-53 can fit into laboratory and R&D settings with ease. This system will ship in standard sea containers, and will ship and install in one piece. It features a build envelope of a 26 in² (635 mm³), enabling test coupons, small demonstrators and geometry trial parts. Like all previously delivered EBAM systems, this system features the IRISS process control software. Rotary and tilt positioners are also available as options.

“This has been a goal of Sciaky for years. We have been asked numerous times to offer a system appropriate for a research environment,” says Scott Phillips, Sciaky president. “We can now answer this part of the industry’s demand. With the EBAM-53, users can conduct meaningful research and development that can easily migrate to larger production-scale systems in the future.”

EBAM technology’s features provide manufacturers with a range of benefits, including reduced material waste, shorter lead times and increased design flexibility. By utilizing wire feedstock instead of powder, EBAM minimizes waste and cost, leading to cost savings and sustainability advantages. Moreover, the ability to fabricate near-net shape parts reduces the need for costly postprocessing and machining, thereby optimizing production time and costs.

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