With the optimization of process and raw material mechanical properties, 3D printing technology has been able to meet the requirements of pump and valve production enterprises.The market demand for products with complex geometry, high energy efficiency and high cost efficiency also drives pump and valve manufacturers to consider exploring the advantages of 3D printing technology.Moreover, over the past years, 3D printing technology has also overcome its limitations and opened up new opportunities for pump and valve manufacturers through the continuous evolution of technology.
The main advantages of the application of 3D printing technology in the hydraulic field are: to realize the concept that is impossible to achieve with traditional technology;Saving weight, space and materials;Obtain new structure, reduce the complexity of line connection;Rapid prototyping, the same project may have multiple different prototypes;The production time is short, may only take a few hours, rather than a few days;Different materials are available: AISI 304 and 316L stainless steel, aluminum, aluminum & titanium alloy, and other materials under development;High performance, eliminating the potential leakage risk.