Sinterable feedstock for use in 3D printing devices
US11135830B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 8, 2020 |
| Grant date | Oct 5, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 8, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P10/25
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to a filament suitable to be used in a 3D printing device, wherein the filament comprises a metal and/or ceramic powder, a thermoplastic binder and additives. The invention also relates to a process for producing a shaped body comprising the step of printing a shaped green body using the filament according to the invention. Also provided is the use of a filament according to the invention in a 3D printing device and a green body producible by mixing a metal and/or ceramic powder and a thermoplastic binder. The invention also relates to the use of a binder of the invention for the production of a filament for 3D printing devices.
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