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Lasercu ng, Advantages and Disadvantages Compared to PCM and PEF
Harrie Knol | Manager Applica on Engineering | Veco B.V. | NL
11/26/17
Short introduction to Veco
Three competence centers:
• Electroforming
• Chemical etching
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• Laser technologies
Micro-precision parts reimagined.
Additive manufacturing process (atom by atom)
High aspect ratio
Accurate hole size
Micron sized holes
Non clogging holes
Burr and stress free
Sharp edges
Straight side walls
Highly cost effective method for prototyping, small
and (very) large series
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EGLECTROFORMIN If you can imagine it, we can make it
Electroforming is a method to produce metal parts by precise deposition of metals onto patterned substrates. Its uniqueness is that you can grow metal parts atom by atom, providing absolute accuracy and high aspect ratios.
Once you’ve discovered the benefits of electroforming, a whole new world of opportunities opens up. What if you could produce, atom by atom, stress- and burr-free precision metal parts with micron scale accuracy? It would give you the opportunity to raise the bar on precision, tolerance, cost-effectiveness and the capability to withstand higher temperatures.
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