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HexAM_AdditiveManufacturing_Brochure

HexAM_AdditiveManufacturing_Brochure

HexAM_AdditiveManufacturing_Brochure

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Overview: The document details the HexAM™ additive manufacturing process, which utilizes HexPEKK™ components for aviation, space, and defense applications. This process combines high-performance thermoplastic with selective laser sintering (SLS) technology to produce lightweight, cost-effective, and time-efficient components.
Specifications: HexPEKK™ parts offer 30-60% weight and cost savings compared to traditional metal or composite technologies. The process is AS9100D certified and provides comprehensive B-Basis qualification by FRL/NASA for temperatures ranging from -300°F to +300°F.
Material Properties: HexPEKK™ components are chemically resistant, low-outgassing, and suitable for a wide temperature range. They are used in crewed space missions, satellites, military aviation, and defense applications. The material is 50% lighter than aluminum, offering significant advantages in aerospace applications.
Design and Manufacturing: The HexAM™ process does not require tooling, ensuring dimensional repeatability and lower costs. The maximum part dimensions are 683.6 x 371.4 x 531 mm (26.915 x 14.625 x 20.910 inches), with a minimum thickness of 2.03 mm (0.08 inches).
Engineering Properties: Key properties include tensile strength, flexural strength, and modulus in both XY and Z orientations. The melting temperature is 300°C (572°F), and the glass transition temperature is 160°C (320°F). The material complies with flammability standards (FAR Part 25.853 App F, 60s vertical).
Applications and Benefits: HexPEKK™ parts are used in various applications such as shape-optimized brackets and ECS ducts. The process supports multiple machines and material suppliers, ensuring flexibility and reliability in production.
Contact Information: Hexcel is a leading supplier of composite materials for aerospace and industrial markets. For US inquiries, contact 1-860-656-9428. For international sales, visit the Hexcel website for contact details.
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HexAM™ Additive Manufacturing HexPEKK™ Components for Aviation, Space and Defense The HexAM™ process combines a high-performance thermoplastic with selective laser sintering (SLS) technology to produce fully functional HexPEKK™ end-use components. HexPEKK™ parts offer significant weight, cost and time-to-market reduction compared to incumbent metal or composite technologies while still providing repeatable and validated engineering material properties. Hexcel Hartford U.S. DDTC Registered AS9100D Ce

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HexAM™ Additive Manufacturing 3D printed HexPEKK™ flight-ready parts World’s Highest Performance Thermoplastic 30-60% Weight % Cost Savings Comprehensive B-Basis Qualified by FRL/NASA to -/+ 300°F Vertically Integrated Supply Chain The HexAM™ additive manufacturing platform is ideal for high-performance aerospace applications. Hexcel’s proprietary PEKK thermoplastic, processed with SLS technology, yields HexPEKK™ hardware with robust, repeatable material characteristics. HexPEKK™ parts are chemically resistant and low-outgassing, they have a wide temperature performance range and are already...

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Capabilities of HexAM™ Process Below are just a few examples of HexPEKK™ parts made using the HexAM™ process Shape Optimized Brackets Benefits of HexPEKK™ Parts ¥¥ No tooling required ¥¥ Dimensional repeatability ¥¥ Lower cost ¥¥ Lower weight ¥¥ Superior lami

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For more information Hexcel is a leading worldwide supplier of composite materials to aerospace and industrial markets. For US quotes, orders and product information call toll-free 1-860-656-9428. For other worldwide sales office telephone numbers and a full address list, please go to: http://www.hexcel.com/contact/salesoffice ©2018 Hexcel Corporation - All rights reserved. Hexcel Corporation and its subsidiaries (“Hexcel") believe that the technical data and other information provided herein was materially accurate as of the date this document was issued. Hexcel reserves the right to update,...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.