GE Additive Metal Additive Manufacturing

GE Additive Amp Metal Printer

$900,000 – $1,800,000 Updated 2026-03-17

Key Specifications

build volume

500 × 400 × 400 mm (19.7 × 15.7 × 15.7 in)

number of lasers

laser power

4 × 400 W or 4 × 1,000 W fiber lasers (configuration dependent)

layer thickness

20 – 100 µm

build rate

Up to 70 cm³/hr (4-laser, material dependent)

accuracy

±0.1 mm typical

Overview

The GE Additive Amp Metal Printer is GE Additive's production-focused laser powder bed fusion system, developed to serve the industrialized metal AM market with a platform optimized for process robustness, repeatability, and integration into regulated manufacturing environments. GE Additive — which incorporates the Arcam EBM and Concept Laser M Line heritage — brings deep industrial AM expertise to the Amp, particularly in the aerospace and energy sectors where GE has been a pioneer in printing flight-certified metal components. The Amp is positioned as a turnkey production solution rather than a research tool, with an emphasis on validated process parameters, automation compatibility, and quality system integration.

The Amp features a rectangular build volume designed to maximize part packing density for production runs. Multiple laser configurations are available to match throughput requirements to investment budget, with the multi-laser option providing the productivity needed for serial production applications. The build chamber uses a high-purity inert gas atmosphere with real-time oxygen monitoring, ensuring consistent atmospheric conditions throughout the build that are critical for titanium and nickel alloy properties. GE Additive's in-house melt pool monitoring technology provides layer-by-layer process data compatible with aerospace quality management requirements.

One of the Amp's key differentiators is GE Additive's materials expertise and qualification infrastructure. Drawing on GE's experience qualifying AM parameters for LEAP engine fuel nozzles and other flight-critical GE Aviation hardware, GE Additive offers pre-qualified process packages for aerospace-grade alloys including Ti-6Al-4V, Inconel 718, Inconel 625, cobalt-chrome, and 316L stainless steel. These packages include material specifications, process parameters, and acceptance criteria developed against aerospace quality standards, reducing the customer's qualification burden compared to developing parameters independently.

GE Additive supports the Amp with the DM Studio and DM Control software platform for build preparation and machine management, as well as AddWorks consulting services for design-for-AM optimization, process qualification, and production ramp-up. For aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers that are GE Aviation supply chain participants, the Amp's alignment with GE's qualification frameworks can significantly accelerate the path to production approval.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Build Volume	500 × 400 × 400 mm (19.7 × 15.7 × 15.7 in)
Number Of Lasers	4
Laser Power	4 × 400 W or 4 × 1,000 W fiber lasers (configuration dependent)
Layer Thickness	20 – 100 µm
Build Rate	Up to 70 cm³/hr (4-laser, material dependent)
Accuracy	±0.1 mm typical
Supported Materials	Ti-6Al-4V, Inconel 718, Inconel 625, CoCr, 316L stainless steel, AlSi10Mg
Atmosphere	Inert gas (argon or nitrogen), continuous O2 monitoring
Process Monitoring	GE Additive melt pool monitoring, layer imaging
Software	DM Studio (build prep), DM Control (machine management)
Machine Weight	Approx. 4,500 kg (9,921 lb)
Tish53	GFW655SSVWW

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

GE Additive's deep aerospace qualification heritage and pre-qualified process packages reduce customer qualification burden for flight-critical alloys
Four-laser configuration provides production-scale throughput for medium-to-large aerospace and industrial components
AddWorks consulting infrastructure supports design-for-AM, process qualification, and production ramp-up for regulated industry customers
Alignment with GE Aviation qualification frameworks accelerates production approval for GE's aerospace supply chain partners

Limitations

GE Additive has undergone significant organizational restructuring — confirm current sales and service infrastructure before committing
Build volume of 500×400×400mm is competitive but not best-in-class for customers requiring the largest LPBF build envelopes
Premium pricing reflects GE brand and qualification support — customers who develop their own process parameters may find better value elsewhere

Best For

GE Aviation supply chain partners seeking AM systems aligned with GE qualification frameworks for flight-critical component production Aerospace OEMs requiring pre-qualified titanium and Inconel process packages to accelerate production approval timelines Energy sector manufacturers printing Inconel turbine components, burner tips, and heat exchanger parts at production scale Contract AM bureaus targeting the aerospace market that need credible qualification documentation for regulated customers

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the relationship between GE Additive and Concept Laser?

GE acquired Concept Laser in 2016 as part of its metal AM strategy, alongside the Arcam EBM acquisition. GE Additive integrated Concept Laser technology and team into its portfolio. The Amp Metal Printer represents GE Additive's next-generation platform developed after the Concept Laser M Line era, incorporating GE's industrial manufacturing and quality system expertise.

02 What pre-qualified materials does GE Additive offer for the Amp?

GE Additive offers pre-qualified process packages for Ti-6Al-4V, Inconel 718, Inconel 625, cobalt-chrome, and 316L stainless steel. These packages include validated process parameters and acceptance criteria developed against aerospace quality standards, drawing on GE's experience qualifying metal AM for the LEAP engine fuel nozzle and other flight-certified programs.

03 What is GE Additive AddWorks?

AddWorks is GE Additive's consulting and engineering services offering that provides design-for-AM optimization, process qualification support, part certification guidance, and production ramp-up assistance. For customers new to metal AM in regulated industries, AddWorks can significantly reduce the time and risk of qualifying AM parts for production use.