Applying Binder Jetting Technology to 316L Stainless Steel Materials and Testing Its Mechanical and Dimensional Properties Depending on the Printing Method

Abstract

This article discusses special additive technologies, with a particular focus on the innovative binder jetting technology used to create three-dimensional objects. The theoretical part of this article defines the production process–its shortcomings and benefits. Also, the article describes process parameters and individual steps that must be optimally set for the desired result. Further, the article characterizes the most influential factors that are indispensable in the printing process-metallic powder, binder, printing parameters, and finishing operations after the printing itself. The conclusion of the theoretical part deals with various material possibilities when using binder jetting technology. In the practical part of the article, the properties of the material, the chemical composition, and the resulting accuracy of the printed samples will be verified experimentally. The information obtained will subsequently be used to identify an economically advantageous application of binder jetting technology.