SnowPod brings enclosed metal SLM to the desktop
SnowX showed its compact metal printer at TCT Shenzhen, with enclosed powder circulation and a transfer box for part removal.
SOURCE 南极熊
Nanjixiong reported on SnowX’s SnowPod at TCT Shenzhen. The compact metal SLM system combines enclosed powder circulation with a transfer mechanism for removing parts. The reported specifications are manufacturer claims. A Kickstarter campaign is planned for November; Japanese sales and support have not been confirmed.
Key facts
- The report lists an 80 × 80 × 100 mm build volume and a 200 W laser.
- The company describes an enclosed powder loop and a transfer box for removing printed parts.
Context
For small workshops, powder handling and post-processing matter as much as machine size. SnowPod is an example of redesigning the workflow around a smaller user. Japanese distribution and support were not established in this report.
