SLM Solutions SLM 280 PS
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Key Specifications
build volume
lasers
total power
build rate
layer thickness
materials
How much does the SLM Solutions SLM 280 PS cost?
Estimated price range
Our best estimate for a metal additive manufacturing in this class — not a quote from SLM Solutions. Configuration moves it a long way.
Overview
The SLM 280 PS is listed as a twin-laser machine: 2 x 700 W, 1.4 kW in total, over a 280 x 280 x 365 mm build volume, with a build rate of ~80 cm³/hr.
With both lasers fixed in the listed figures there is no single-laser variant to sort out here, and the questions are about material and layer. Layer thickness is listed at 20-75 µm. The material list runs to seven powders: AlSi10Mg, Ti6Al4V, IN718, IN625, 316L, CoCr and H13. Two nickel alloys on that list, IN718 and IN625, make the machine relevant to high-temperature and corrosion-resistant parts, and H13 brings in hot-work tooling.
The envelope is taller than it is wide, 365 mm of height on a square plate, which favours upright parts and stacked builds. Move up to the SLM 500 Quad and the volume becomes 500 x 280 x 365 mm (19.7 x 11 x 14.4 in) with 4 x 700 W fiber lasers, at approx. 4,200 kg (9,259 lb): the same depth and height, a longer plate and twice the lasers. Site data such as footprint, weight and gas use is not among the listed figures for the 280 PS.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Build Volume | 280 x 280 x 365 mm |
| Lasers | 2 x 700 W |
| Total Power | 1.4 kW |
| Build Rate | ~80 cm³/hr |
| Layer Thickness | 20-75 µm |
| Materials | AlSi10Mg, Ti6Al4V, IN718, IN625, 316L, CoCr, H13 |
Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Two 700 W lasers, 1.4 kW in total, sharing one square plate
- Listed build rate of ~80 cm³/hr
- Both IN718 and IN625 are on the material list, with H13 for tooling
- Build height of 365 mm exceeds either plate dimension
Limitations
- Layer thickness is capped at 75 µm in the listed 20-75 µm range
- Longer parts point to the SLM 500 Quad at 500 x 280 x 365 mm (19.7 x 11 x 14.4 in)
- The listed figures carry no footprint, weight, power or gas data
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Frequently Asked Questions
01
Two. The listed configuration is 2 x 700 W, giving 1.4 kW of total laser power, and the listed build rate with that pair is ~80 cm³/hr. The benefit of the second laser depends on the plate: it is greatest when the scan area in each layer is large enough to split between them.
02
280 x 280 x 365 mm in the listed figures. The SLM 500 Quad has the same depth and height on a longer plate: 500 x 280 x 365 mm (19.7 x 11 x 14.4 in).
03
The listed materials are AlSi10Mg, Ti6Al4V, IN718, IN625, 316L, CoCr and H13, at layer thicknesses of 20-75 µm. Alloys outside that list should be confirmed for the individual machine and its parameter sets.
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