LAMINATED OBJECT MANUFACTURING (LOM)
The main components of the system are a feed mechanism that advances a sheet over a build platform, a heater roller to apply pressure to bond the to the layer below, and a laser to cut the outline of the part in each sheet layer. After each cut is completed, the platform lowers by a depth equal to the sheet thickness (0.05 – 0,5 mm). The laser cuts the outline and the process is repeated until the part is completed. After a layer is cut, the extra material remains in place to support the part.
Abbreviation: LOM
Material type: Solid (Sheets)
Materials: Thermoplastics such as PVC; Paper; Composites (Ferrous metals; Non-ferrous metals; Ceramics)
Min layer thickness: 0,05 mm
Surface finish: Rough
Build speed: Fast
Applications: Form/fit testing, Less detailed parts, Rapid tooling patterns…
The main components of the system are a feed mechanism that advances a sheet over a build platform, a heater roller to apply pressure to bond the to the layer below, and a laser to cut the outline of the part in each sheet layer. After each cut is completed, the platform lowers by a depth equal to the sheet thickness (0.05 – 0,5 mm). The laser cuts the outline and the process is repeated until the part is completed. After a layer is cut, the extra material remains in place to support the part.
Abbreviation: LOM
Material type: Solid (Sheets)
Materials: Thermoplastics such as PVC; Paper; Composites (Ferrous metals; Non-ferrous metals; Ceramics)
Min layer thickness: 0,05 mm
Surface finish: Rough
Build speed: Fast
Applications: Form/fit testing, Less detailed parts, Rapid tooling patterns…