Cost-Effective Continuous Operation in Production Settings

DP Polar technology provides uninterrupted 3D printing with a rotating print platform enabling a unique, globally patented, continuous printing process. By avoiding the typical time-consuming start/stop operations, 100% of the total process time is transformed into printing time, which significantly increases the productivity of the DP Polar technology. 

DP Polar 3D Printer showing an assembly line of parts

Post-Processing Automation

The segmented printing platform allows for the removal of finished parts while additional parts with complex geometries or longer build times continue printing. 

A robot arm taking parts from a DP Polar 3D printer

Versatile Production Integration with Hybrid Add-On Processes

More than a 3D printer, the DP Polar system is a 3D processing station that allows machining processes to take place during the printing process. The one-of-a-kind, specially defined interface communicates with external processing units and synchronizes your workflows to create hybrid manufacturing processes.

DP Polar Add on Process showing a Semiconductor parts being produced

Enhance efficiency and reduce production costs at the same time. See how the overall process works.

DP Polar’s unique, industrial-scale rotating build platform enables continuous, high-speed 3D printing of components across multiple processes for industrial and healthcare production applications. This approach not only dramatically speeds component production but also minimizes wear and vibration associated with traditional print head motion. 

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    Rotating build plate
    DP Polar's patented continuous printing process features a large-scale rotating print platform, eliminating start/stop operations. With stationary printheads and polar coordinate control, production speed increases while minimizing wear and vibration.

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    Flexibility of design 
    DP Polar's printing process enables simultaneous application of different materials, achieving precise performance properties and manufacturing of complex geometries. The modular platform supports various printing technologies and allows for the integration of electronics or other features into the component during printing using pick and place systems.

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    Integration into ERP systems
    The high-speed additive manufacturing solution can integrate pre-processing, production, and post-processing elements and seamlessly connect with ERP systems. This enables end-to-end traceability and quality assurance which is vital for applications in highly regulated markets such as aerospace and healthcare.

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    Automated pre-processing
    From order, material, part import, orientation, support, nesting, and slicing, DP Polar’s comprehensive software automates all planning and preparation tasks.  Machine monitoring capabilities enables users to monitor and track production metrics and make data driven decisions for process improvements.
     

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    Automated post-processing
    The segmented print platform allows for the transfer of finished parts to the downstream production chain. This enables the removal of finished parts while the printing of components with more complex geometries and longer build times continues uninterrupted. 

Experience how DP Polar Enables Continuous, High Speed Additive Manufacturing of Components Across Multiple Processes

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Unlock Unparalleled Productivity and Cost Savings

DP Polar’s revolutionary 3D printing system is designed for true high-volume production.  With its unique features and patented continuous printing process, the cutting-edge platform unlocks unparalleled productivity and cost savings.  The printer’s versatility allows for printing a wide range of materials, while its high-speed capabilities enable multiple processes simultaneously.  

DP Polar 3D printer front view

About this printer

Applications
  • High-throughput inkjet based 3D printing system
  • Multi-process ready for highly complex, integrated parts
  • Multi-material production
  • Highly versatile, pre-series and mass production with one machine
  • Precise control over materials, colors and textures
  • Rapid prototyping
  • Manufacturing tooling
  • Series production
  • Mass customization production
  • End-to-end traceability for highly regulated markets
     
Benefits
  • Continuous, high-speed 3D printing of components across multiple processes
  • High throughput and productivity
  • Accelerated time-to-market vs. traditional manufacturing
  • Automation reduces labor costs
  • Eliminate tooling time and cost
  • Lower part cost over competing technologies
  • Efficient design iteration
  • Application flexibility
  • Integrated solution with expert application support
Tech Specs
  • Patented large-scale, segmented, rotating print platform  
  • Printable build area: 1.17 m2 x 250 mm (12.6 ft2 x 9.8 in)
  • Industry-leading 3D Sprint software for file preparation and production
  • Cloud connectivity for predictive and prompt service with 3D Connect
  • Customizable/scalable modular configurations
  • Automation to minimize user interactions

Application Technology: Material-Jetting
Build width: max. 275 mm (10.8 in)
Build area: 1,17 m2 (12.6 ft2)
Build height: max. 250 mm (9.8 in)
Layer thickness: 4-15 µm (13 µm as standard)
360 dpi x 360 dpi native image resolution in x-y direction @ layer thickness 13 µm, resolution in z-direction=1953 dpi
Productivity: max. 5,3 1/h (0.19 ft3/h)

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