3DCeram’s Printing Solution: Towards the Industrialization of Ceramic Additive Manufacturing

Late last year, French manufacturer 3DCeram Sinto has announced the launch of a new ceramic 3D printer, the C101 EASY, which is designed for the easy and rapid development of prototypes and parts for universities, research centers and industry. Presented for the first time at Formnext 2022, this SLA additive manufacturing solution, an optimized version of the previous C100 Easy, is the result of several years of research in order to offer better quality and reliability to users. The new range joins two other solutions from the French company, namely the C1000 FLEXMATIC and the C3600 ULTIMATE, respectively developed for industrialization and mass customization needs.

Since the creation of 3DCeram in 2001, the company has strived to offer reliable ceramic additive manufacturing solutions that meet the requirements of all types of customers, from industrialists to research laboratories. In 2017, 3DCeram Sinto developed a range of machines for technical ceramics, which are prized in sectors such as aeronautics, biomedical, automotive, investment casting and semiconductor. The company chose stereolithography, a process that allows it to achieve high levels of quality. In three years, 3DCeram Sinto has developed three new machines, driven by innovation and the search for better performance. The manufacturer has also expanded its portfolio of materials, offering technical ceramics such as oxides (zirconia, alumina, hydroxyapatite, silicore, etc.) and non-oxides such as aluminum nitride and silicon nitride.

An example of 3D printed pieces on the C101 EASY

The C101 EASY, the New Ceramic Machine From 3DCeram Sinto

This year, the French manufacturer will show for the first time the features of the C101 EASY, a range of ceramic machines offering a printing volume of 100 x 100 x 150 mm. Two models are available: the C101 EASY LAB for universities and research centers and the C101 EASY FAB for industrialists. The 3DCeram Sinto team has worked on the mechanical components (blades, wiper, Z axis) but also on the optical elements such as the laser in order to obtain a greater repeatability. In addition, access to the interior of the machine is facilitated by a new door concept.