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Four-axis cladding nozzle attachment
Four-sided powder and shielding-gas feed into the focus, for cladding that does not care which direction the head is travelling.
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Download the datasheet (PDF)An attachment for powder laser cladding that feeds material and shielding gas into the focusing area from four sides at once. Feeding from four sides is what makes the process independent of the direction of travel — a single-sided nozzle lays a different bead going one way than the other, which on a complex-shaped part means the path has to be planned around the nozzle rather than around the work. It carries additional protection against reflected radiation, takes up to 10 kW, and its modular construction covers a wide range of head focal lengths. Fully compatible with FLW D50 heads.
Specification
Optical
| Maximum laser power | 10kW |
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| Laser spot diameter | Up to 8mm |
Mechanical
| Optimal powder particle size | 20–200µm |
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| Maximum powder feed rate | 7.5kg/h |
| Powder stream waist diameter | 4–6mm |
| Working distance | 27–30mm |
| Maximum tilt angle | 8° |
| Material utilisation rate | Up to 93% |
Control interface
| Head compatibility | FLW D50 series |
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Environment
| Closed-loop water cooling | Yes |
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| Shielding gas supply system | Yes |
Before you specify this: An attachment, not a standalone head: it mounts to an FLW D50 series head and is specified together with it. Additional cooling units are available.
Applications
High-performance powder laser cladding of complex-shaped partsCladding independent of the direction of travelRepair and restoration of worn surfaces
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