Wax 3D Printer

lost-wax 3D printer is used to create complex 3D models and parts. It utilizes wax material for printing, stacking layers of wax to gradually form the desired object. This printing technology finds wide applications in jewelry manufacturing, crafting, medical device production, and other fields. The advantages of the lost-wax 3D printer lie in its ability to quickly and accurately produce intricate-shaped parts, while also saving on material and labor costs. It provides the jewelry industry with an efficient and competitive manufacturing solution.

1.1, How are jewelry models cast?

There are several methods for casting jewelry models, with the most common being 3D printing, manual carving, and CNC machining.

3D printing is the most prevalent method, and 3D printed jewelry models can be divided into resin printing and lost-wax printing. Resin printing is suitable for creating complex and high-precision jewelry models, while lost-wax printing is suitable for crafting more delicate jewelry models and can be used in the subsequent metal casting process.

1.2, How to Use Lost-Wax Casting for Jewelry Rings

Making Wax Models: Create a wax model of the ring using 3D printing technology after designing it with CAD software. Make sure the wax model is of the highest calibre and closely depicts the final product.

Fix the wax models into wax sprues to assemble the wax trees, which will take the form of a tree. To maximise casting efficiency, many wax rings may be fastened to a single wax sprue.

Investing the Wax Models: To progressively build up a coating, submerge the wax tree in ceramic slurry. Permit the slurry to solidify and dry out.

Wax Burnout: Put the covered wax tree in a hot furnace to burn away the wax. In this process, the wax melts and forms a hollow inside the ceramic mould.

Melting the chosen metal (such as gold, silver, or platinum) in a crucible while preheating the ceramic mould is the process for metal casting. Pour the molten metal into the ceramic mould with care.

Allow the metal to cool and harden inside the mould before removing it. After cooling, take the ceramic mould out of the furnace and let the metal cool until it is safe to handle.

Remove the ceramic mould to expose the finished cast jewellery ring for cleaning and finishing. Polish the surface and remove any leftover ceramic slurry. To obtain the desired design, further finishing procedures, such as gemstone setting or surface texturing, might be carried out.

Verify the cast ring’s quality by closely looking for any flaws or irregularities. Make any required corrections or modifications.

Final Treatment: To improve the ring’s beauty and shield the metal from oxidation, apply the preferred surface treatment or coating.

1.3, Benefits of Lost Wax Casting for Jewelry

Lost wax casting makes it possible to create complicated and sophisticated jewellery designs while guaranteeing accurate dimensions and forms and preventing mistakes that may happen during conventional handcrafting. Jewellery may display distinctive characteristics and creative flare thanks to this technique. Reusing the wax moulds used throughout the casting procedure reduces material waste, encourages environmental sustainability, and lowers costs. Additionally, lost wax casting provides shorter production cycles than conventional hand carving, boosting production efficiency and delivery timeliness.

Jewellery manufacture is more adaptable and diversified thanks to lost wax casting, which works with a number of metals including gold, platinum, silver, and more. It produces beautiful jewellery that is delicate and elegant and has a more upscale appearance. To satisfy the needs of big orders and commercial production requirements, lost wax casting is appropriate for large-scale mass manufacturing.

2.1, introduce

SuperbMelt Lost Wax 3D Printer is ideal for small-batch jewelry manufacturers, using Castable 50% Wax Resin, a blend of wax and photosensitive resin, which exhibits similar properties and texture to wax. Due to its high wax content, this machine allows for direct casting, achieving results comparable to traditional wax casting.

2.2, Specification

DLP Resolution: 19201080

X/Y Pixel: 50μm

Light Source: UV LED 405nm Texas Instruments DMD chip

Print Layer Thickness: 0.025-0.1mm

Forming Size: 96mm54mm*120mm

Data Format: STL/SLC

Machine Power: 350W

Input Voltage: 110-220VAC 50/60Hz

The SuperbMelt Lost Wax 3D Printer is a valuable tool for creating complex 3D models and parts, especially in the jewelry manufacturing industry. By utilizing a blend of wax and photosensitive resin, the printer can produce high-quality wax models suitable for direct casting. This technology allows for precise dimensions and intricate designs, ensuring the production of delicate and exquisite jewelry pieces. The process involves CAD design, wax model creation through 3D printing, wax burnout, metal casting, and final finishing. Lost wax casting offers benefits such as reduced material waste, shorter production cycles, and compatibility with various metals, making it an efficient and versatile solution for mass production needs in jewelry manufacturing.