Machine Comparison
SLM Solutions SLM 280 vs SLM Solutions NXG XII 600E
SLM Solutions vs SLM Solutions · Metal Additive Manufacturing
Summary
The SLM Solutions SLM 280 and the SLM Solutions NXG XII 600E are metal additive machines from the same maker in very different sizes. SLM Solutions publishes few comparable figures for this pair, so the table has one row: build volume.
The SLM Solutions SLM 280 builds within 280 x 280 x 365 mm (11.0 x 11.0 x 14.4 in), reduced by the thickness of the substrate plate. The SLM Solutions NXG XII 600E builds within 600 x 600 x 600 mm. The first is described for series production of small to mid-size parts nested across a square plate; the second for high-output production, crowded plates and large parts.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | SLM Solutions SLM 280 | SLM Solutions NXG XII 600E |
|---|---|---|
| Build Volume | 280 x 280 x 365 mm (11.0 x 11.0 x 14.4 in), reduced by substrate plate thickness | 600 x 600 x 600 mm |
Advantages
SLM Solutions SLM 280
- Sized for small to mid-size parts: 280 x 280 x 365 mm (11.0 x 11.0 x 14.4 in) build volume
- Described for series production of parts nested across a square plate, including fine-featured work
SLM Solutions NXG XII 600E
- 600 x 600 x 600 mm build volume against 280 x 280 x 365 mm (11.0 x 11.0 x 14.4 in)
- Takes parts up to 600 mm in X, Y or Z
- Described for high-output production of crowded plates with many parts
Verdict
Part size decides this one. Anything that does not fit 280 x 280 x 365 mm (11.0 x 11.0 x 14.4 in), less the substrate plate, needs the SLM Solutions NXG XII 600E and its 600 x 600 x 600 mm build volume, which also suits high-output production of crowded plates. Shops producing small to mid-size parts in series are served by the SLM Solutions SLM 280. The table holds no laser, layer or build-rate figures for this pair, so compare the full data sheets before deciding.