Additivemanufacturingforcustomtooling
Overview:
Custom assembly lines require specialized tooling and quick-change fixtures tailored for delicate electronics and medical parts. Conventional tooling often requires 4-8 weeks of fabrication lead time. Tin Dai Phu leveraged industrial additive manufacturing combined with secondary CNC machining to deliver lightweight, highly rigid custom jigs in record time.
Approach:
We utilized high-strength carbon-fiber reinforced PEEK alongside direct metal laser sintering (DMLS). Honeycomb topological internal structures reduced fixture weight by 60% while embedding internal pneumatic routing directly into the monobloc design.
Technical Specifications:
- Print Material: Carbon Fiber PEEK & 316L Stainless DMLS
- Turnaround Time: 48 hours from 3D CAD release
- Weight Reduction: 60% lighter than solid aluminum
- Thermal Resistance: Up to 260°C continuous operation
- Integrated Features: Internal vacuum channels & sensors
Results:
The custom additive tooling approach cut production lead times by 50% and reduced overall tooling expenditures by 65%, empowering flexible line changeovers within hours rather than weeks.
