SLM Solutions SLM 500
Key Specifications
build volume
lasers
total power
build rate
layer thickness
materials
Overview
Quad-laser system, 500 x 280 x 365 mm, four 700 W lasers (2.8 kW total), ~171 cm³/hr. Bridges mid-size and NXG XII 600.
Full plate coverage without stitching. Materials: AlSi10Mg, Ti6Al4V, IN718, IN625, 316L, CoCr, H13. Closed-loop powder.
New: $1.2M-$1.8M. Used: $600K-$1.2M.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Build Volume | 500 x 280 x 365 mm |
| Lasers | 4 x 700 W |
| Total Power | 2.8 kW |
| Build Rate | ~171 cm³/hr |
| Layer Thickness | 20-75 µm |
| Materials | AlSi10Mg, Ti6Al4V, IN718, IN625, 316L, CoCr, H13 |
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Specifications sourced from nikon-slm-solutions.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Four lasers full coverage
- 171 cm³/hr
- Broad materials
- Accessible vs NXG
- Installed base
- Closed-loop powder
Limitations
- $1.2M-$1.8M
- 280mm height limit
- Quad calibration
- Post-processing
- Powder costs
- Gas costs
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
$1.2M-$1.8M new. Used: $600K-$1.2M.
02
4 x 700W = 2.8 kW.
03
~171 cm³/hr.
04
NXG 12 lasers at 2-3x cost.
05
Al, Ti, Ni, SS, CoCr, tool steel.
Videos
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