The binder jetting 3D printing process involves depositing an adhesive binder onto thin layers of powdered material. These materials can be ceramic-based, like glass or gypsum, or metal, such as stainless steel.

During the printing process, the 3D print head moves over the build platform, depositing droplets of binder, similar to how a 2D printer applies ink to paper. Once a layer is completed, the powder bed lowers, and a new layer of powder is spread over the build area. This layering continues until the entire object is printed.

After printing, the parts are in an unfinished, or "green," state and require further post-processing. To enhance the mechanical properties of the parts, an infiltrate substance, such as cyanoacrylate adhesive for ceramics or bronze for metals, is often added. Another method involves placing the green parts in an oven to sinter the material grains together.

Interestingly, the term "3D printing" originally described a process that used inkjet-like heads to deposit binder material onto a powder bed layer by layer.

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Locanam is a company which provides 3d printing and prototyping services. We help our clients overcome the constraints of traditional manufacturing and get their products faster in the market by accelerating the prototyping process. 3d printing technology has several benefits over traditional manufacturing technologies like decrease in the prototyping cost and lead times. There are different applications of 3D printing Ranging from Prototyping, small batch production, Industry Specific Solutions and even mass manufacturing. We help you identify Where the technology can excel and overpower traditional manufacturing methods in terms of quality, production and tackle the problems associated with the supply chain as well. We at Locanam Help our clients Identify the areas where they can use 3d printing in their business workflow and completely unlock the potential of their business. 
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