Products Description

The function of the powder feeder is to accurately feed the cladding powder into the molten pool according to the requirements of the processing technology, to ensure that the powder can be continuously, evenly and stably transported during the processing. The performance will directly affect the quality of the laser cladding layer. The development of laser cladding technology, it is also put forward higher requirements. According to the process characteristics and different powder types, the types of products that have been developed mainly include screw type, rotary disk type, scraper type, capillary type, drum type, electromagnetic vibration type, etc. Its working principles include gravity field, gas dynamics and mechanical mechanics.

In view of different process characteristics and powder types in combination, we adopt a scraper type, which is mainly composed of a powder hopper, rotary table, scraper, powder receiving hopper, etc. for storing powder. During operation, the powder flows from the powder hopper through the powder leakage hole to the rotary table by its own gravity and the pressure of current carrying gas. A scraper that is in close contact with the surface of the rotary table is fixed above the rotary table. When the rotary table rotates, the powder is continuously scraped down to the powder receiving hopper. Under the action of current carrying gas, it is sent to the laser processing area through the powder feeding pipe. The maximum size of powder feeding is determined by the rotating speed of the rotary table. By adjusting the rotating speed of the rotary table, the size of the powder feeding amount can be controlled. At the same time, the height of the powder bucket and the rotary table and the size of the powder leakage hole can be adjusted to achieve a wider range of powder feeding amounts. The scraper type is suitable for powder conveying with a particle diameter greater than 20um.

Technical Specification

Powder tube quantity	1/2
Powder feeding capacity	4-200g/min
Powder feeding error	≤±1%
Air pressure	2-6bar
Air flow	1-25L/min
Capacity of single powder tube	6L
Particle size	20-250um
Powder plate rotate speed	0-16r/min
Powder conveying distance	20m
Controller	PLC (Panasonic)
Displayer	Touch screen
Remote control	Robot CNC PC
Remote communication	Support 232 AI / DI
Dimension	5334801617mm
Weight	75kg

Applications

Here are the examples of the product applications of powder feeder:

1. Food processing: our product is used to accurately dose ingredients such as flour, sugar, and spices in the food industry. This ensures the consistency and quality of the final product.

2. Pharmaceuticals: dose active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) in the manufacture of medicines, ensuring accurate dosing for the safety and efficacy of the medication.

3. Additive manufacturing: being used in 3D printing and other additive manufacturing processes to accurately dispense metal, ceramic, and plastic powders for layer-by-layer production of complex parts and products.

4. Coatings: it is used in the coating industry to dispense powder coatings onto various surfaces, including metals, plastics, and ceramics.

5. Chemical processing: the product is used in the production of various chemicals, such as catalysts and pigments, where precise dosing is crucial for the desired chemical reaction and end product.

Technical Advantages

1. Precise metering: deliver precise amounts of material, allowing for accurate control of the process or system. This is especially important in applications where the amount of powder used can affect the quality or consistency of the end product.

2. Consistent flow rate: maintain a consistent flow rate of material, even when there are fluctuations in the process or system. This ensures that the powder is delivered at a constant rate, which is important for achieving a consistent end product.

3. Reduced waste: help reduce waste by delivering the exact amount of material needed for the process or system. This can help reduce costs associated with excess material usage and disposal.

4. Improved safety: improve safety by reducing the need for manual handling of powdered materials. This can help reduce the risk of exposure to harmful or hazardous materials, which is especially important in industries such as pharmaceuticals or chemicals.

5. Compatibility with various powders: designed to handle a wide range of powdered materials, including those that are difficult to handle, such as powders with poor flow properties or abrasive powders. This makes powder feeder versatile and suitable for use in a variety of industries.