The Application of VoxelJet Technology to the Rapid Prototyping Gear Cast

The article presents the scope of application of incremental Rapid Prototyping/Rapid Tooling (RP/RT) – VoxelJet methods to the process of manufacturing casting moulds and casts of gear. The additive Rapid Prototyping methods (SL, FDM, 3DP, JS) are predominantly used for the production of models and model sets for casting moulds. The Rapid Tooling methods, such as: VoxelJet, ZCast-3DP and ProMetalRCT, enable the fabrication of casting moulds in the incremental process. The application of the RP/RT methods in cast production makes it possible to speed up the prototype preparation process. This is particularly vital with elements of complex shapes. The time required for the manufacture of the model, the mould and the cast proper may vary from a few to several dozen hours.