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SLM®500

High-Performance Metal 3D Printing for Scalable Production

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Nikon SLM®500

High-Speed, Scalable Metal 3D Printing for Serial Production

The Nikon SLM®500 is a high-performance metal additive manufacturing system engineered for serial production, offering unparalleled speed, precision, and scalability. Capable of integrating lasers independently or in parallel, it achieves build rates up to 90% higher than twin laser configurations, significantly enhancing production efficiency. The system features a closed-loop powder handling solution that ensures operator safety and reduces operational costs by automating powder sieving and supply. Its exchangeable build cylinder design minimises machine downtime to less than an hour, facilitating rapid transitions between production runs. These advanced capabilities make the SLM®500 an ideal solution for industries seeking to elevate their manufacturing processes and maintain a competitive edge.

Nikon SLM®500 Features:

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Unlock The Full Potential Of Your Manufacturing With Nikon SLM®500

Accelerated Production

Accelerated Production

Boosts build rates by up to 90% with independent and parallel lasers.

Enhanced Safety Powder Quality

Enhanced Safety

Closed-loop powder handling ensures operator safety and lowers costs.

Minimal Downtime

Minimal Downtime

Exchangeable build cylinder enables rapid turnaround under an hour.

Streamlined Workflow

Streamlined Workflow

Advanced software and an intuitive interface simplify operations.

Cost Efficiency Waste Reduction

Cost Efficiency

Reduces material waste and production costs with precise laser control.

Versatile Applications

Versatile Applications

Large build volume supports diverse part sizes and geometries.

Versatile Applications

Versatile Applications

Large build volume supports diverse part sizes and geometries.

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Precision Engineering

High-precision lasers ensure accuracy and superior surface finish.

Scalability

Scalability

Seamlessly integrates into production lines for expanding capabilities.

Customisation Potential

Customisation Potential

Enables complex geometries and lightweight, innovative designs.

Reliability Assurance

Reliability Assurance

Robust construction ensures consistent, uninterrupted performance.

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Nikon SLM®500 Materials & Features

Unlock the largest portfolio of metal am materials and parameters for limitless possibilities

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Titanium

Lightweight yet strong, titanium offers exceptional corrosion resistance for aerospace and medical applications. View More

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Aluminium

A high-strength, lightweight metal ideal for automotive and aerospace industries due to its excellent thermal conductivity. View More

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Cobalt

Known for its wear resistance and biocompatibility, cobalt is perfect for medical implants and high-performance tooling. View More

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Copper

Delivers outstanding electrical and thermal conductivity, making it ideal for electronics and heat exchanger applications. View More

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Nickel

Resistant to extreme temperatures and corrosion, nickel alloys are essential for aerospace, energy, and chemical industries. View More

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Steel

A versatile and durable material used in high-strength applications across manufacturing, automotive, and tooling industries. View More

Nikon SLMĀ®500 is not just a leap forward; it’s a quantum leap in the AM landscape, offering unmatched speed, precision, and scalability.

Boost Your Production Efficiency by 90%

The SLM®500 sets a new standard in additive manufacturing efficiency by offering the capability to integrate lasers independently or in parallel. This innovative feature dramatically increases build rates, allowing you to achieve up to a 90% improvement over twin laser configurations. With parallel laser integration, you can accelerate your production processes, reduce lead times, and meet even the most demanding manufacturing schedules with ease.

Enhanced Safety and Lower Operational Costs

The safety and cost-effectiveness of your operations are paramount, and the SLM®500 is engineered with this in mind. Its closed-loop powder handling solution ensures operator safety and minimizes operational costs by separating the machine operator and powder. This innovative system includes an automated powder sieve and supply, maintaining a controlled environment throughout the printing process. With enhanced safety measures and efficient powder management, the SLM®500 delivers peace of mind and cost savings for your business.

Exchangeable Build Cylinder

Designed for serial production, the SLM®500 features an exchangeable build cylinder that enables the shortest possible fire-to-fire times. This innovative design reduces downtimes of the machine to less than an hour turn-around, ensuring maximum productivity and efficiency in your manufacturing operations. With rapid cylinder exchange, you can seamlessly transition between production runs, optimize workflow continuity, and keep your production line running smoothly. Experience unmatched productivity and uptime with the SLM®500.

Geared for Serial Production

The SLM®500 is engineered specifically for serial production, offering advanced capabilities to meet the demands of high-volume manufacturing. With its precision engineering and innovative features, including parallel laser integration, closed-loop powder handling, and exchangeable build cylinder, the SLM®500 enables you to leverage the full potential of selective laser melting technology for serial production applications. Experience seamless scalability, unmatched efficiency, and superior quality with the SLM®500.

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Unlock the largest portfolio of metal am materials and parameters for limitless possibilities.

Titanium

Titanium

Lightweight yet strong, titanium offers exceptional corrosion resistance for aerospace and medical applications. View More

Aluminium

Aluminium

A high-strength, lightweight metal ideal for automotive and aerospace industries due to its excellent thermal conductivity. View More

Cobalt

Cobalt

Known for its wear resistance and biocompatibility, cobalt is perfect for medical implants and high-performance tooling. View More

Copper

Copper

Delivers outstanding electrical and thermal conductivity, making it ideal for electronics and heat exchanger applications. View More

Nickel

Nickel

Resistant to extreme temperatures and corrosion, nickel alloys are essential for aerospace, energy, and chemical industries. View More

Steel

Steel

A versatile and durable material used in high-strength applications across manufacturing, automotive, and tooling industries. View More

NXG XII 600 is not just a leap forward; it’s a quantum leap in the AM landscape, offering unmatched speed, precision, and scalability.

Boost Your Production Efficiency by 90%

The SLM®500 sets a new standard in additive manufacturing efficiency by offering the capability to integrate lasers independently or in parallel. This innovative feature dramatically increases build rates, allowing you to achieve up to a 90% improvement over twin laser configurations. With parallel laser integration, you can accelerate your production processes, reduce lead times, and meet even the most demanding manufacturing schedules with ease.

Enhanced Safety and Lower Operational Costs

The safety and cost-effectiveness of your operations are paramount, and the SLM®500 is engineered with this in mind. Its closed-loop powder handling solution ensures operator safety and minimizes operational costs by separating the machine operator and powder. This innovative system includes an automated powder sieve and supply, maintaining a controlled environment throughout the printing process. With enhanced safety measures and efficient powder management, the SLM®500 delivers peace of mind and cost savings for your business.

Exchangeable Build Cylinder

Designed for serial production, the SLM®500 features an exchangeable build cylinder that enables the shortest possible fire-to-fire times. This innovative design reduces downtimes of the machine to less than an hour turn-around, ensuring maximum productivity and efficiency in your manufacturing operations. With rapid cylinder exchange, you can seamlessly transition between production runs, optimize workflow continuity, and keep your production line running smoothly. Experience unmatched productivity and uptime with the SLM®500.

Geared for Serial Production

The SLM®500 is engineered specifically for serial production, offering advanced capabilities to meet the demands of high-volume manufacturing. With its precision engineering and innovative features, including parallel laser integration, closed-loop powder handling, and exchangeable build cylinder, the SLM®500 enables you to leverage the full potential of selective laser melting technology for serial production applications. Experience seamless scalability, unmatched efficiency, and superior quality with the SLM®500.

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What Industries Are Using
Nikon SLM®500

Automotive

The SLM®500 accelerates automotive product development by enabling cost-effective performance enhancements through topology optimisation, resulting in lighter, stronger components that meet industry standards. Its advanced additive manufacturing capabilities streamline the transition from prototyping to production, facilitating efficient scaling for manufacturers.
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Aerospace

The SLM®500 empowers the aerospace industry to produce complex parts that meet stringent certification standards, enhancing component performance and functionality. By leveraging additive manufacturing, engineers gain design freedom to consolidate parts, reducing mass and cost for more efficient space missions.
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Space

In the space sector, the SLMĀ®500 facilitates the creation of lightweight, robust components essential for space exploration, ensuring reliability under extreme conditions. Its precision and efficiency support the development of parts that contribute to the success of space missions.​
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Energy

The SLMĀ®500 serves the energy industry by producing highly efficient, corrosion-resistant components suitable for turbines, oil and gas, and renewable energy applications. Its advanced powder handling and laser technology ensure cost-effective manufacturing with minimal material waste.​
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Research & Institutions

For research institutions, the SLM®500 offers advanced additive manufacturing capabilities that support cutting-edge research and prototype development across various scientific disciplines. Its high precision and material flexibility empower institutions to explore new frontiers in materials science and engineering.
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Automotive

The SLM®500 accelerates automotive product development by enabling cost-effective performance enhancements through topology optimisation, resulting in lighter, stronger components that meet industry standards. Its advanced additive manufacturing capabilities streamline the transition from prototyping to production, facilitating efficient scaling for manufacturers.
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Aerospace

The SLM®500 empowers the aerospace industry to produce complex parts that meet stringent certification standards, enhancing component performance and functionality. By leveraging additive manufacturing, engineers gain design freedom to consolidate parts, reducing mass and cost for more efficient space missions.
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Space

In the space sector, the SLMĀ®500 facilitates the creation of lightweight, robust components essential for space exploration, ensuring reliability under extreme conditions. Its precision and efficiency support the development of parts that contribute to the success of space missions.​
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Energy

The SLMĀ®500 serves the energy industry by producing highly efficient, corrosion-resistant components suitable for turbines, oil and gas, and renewable energy applications. Its advanced powder handling and laser technology ensure cost-effective manufacturing with minimal material waste.​
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Research & Institutions

For research institutions, the SLM®500 offers advanced additive manufacturing capabilities that support cutting-edge research and prototype development across various scientific disciplines. Its high precision and material flexibility empower institutions to explore new frontiers in materials science and engineering.
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Applications in Action

Explore the versatility of the SLM®500 through a visual journey of its real-world applications.
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BugattiĀ® Active Heat Shield

Material: AISi10Mg
Layer Thickness: 60um
Build Time: 4h 4m per Unit
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Steering Knuckle

Material: AISi10Mg
Layer Thickness: 60um
Build Time: 2d 7h 23m
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Hydraulic Manifold

Material: 326L
Layer Thickness: 60um
Build Time: 97h

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