Mantle
Mantle specializes in 3D printers for tooling, offering efficient production of mold and die inserts with high accuracy and tool steel properties.
Services
Mantle specializes in providing advanced tooling solutions through their innovative 3D printing technology. Specifically designed for the production of mold and die inserts, their services ensure high accuracy, superior surface finish, and robust tool steel properties. Mantle's offering streamlines the process from CAD file upload to the final printed product, eliminating the need for complex CAM programming.
Products
Mantle's flagship products include the P-200 printer and the F-200 furnace. The P-200 printer is a hybrid metal 3D printer built on a CNC platform, while the F-200 furnace is used to sinter the parts printed by the P-200. These products work together to create precision tooling components. Mantle's tool steels, such as H13 and 420 Stainless Steel, are optimized for demanding environments, offering high hardness and corrosion resistance.
Technology
Mantle employs TrueShape technology, which combines the 3D printing of metal pastes with precise CNC machining and sintering. This technology produces tooling components with conformal cooling channels that enhance cooling efficiency and reduce cycle times. Mantle's tools can achieve a surface finish of 1-3µm Ra and can be polished to an A2 level, matching the quality of traditional tooling methods like sinker EDM.
Industries Served
Mantle's technology is utilized across various industries to produce high-quality, production-ready tooling. These industries include medical devices, consumer products, and automotive components. The company's tooling solutions have been tested in high-volume production environments, proving their durability and reliability by showing no signs of wear after millions of cycles.
Advantages
Mantle's technology offers significant advantages, including reduced lead times and cost savings. Case studies have demonstrated reductions of up to 84% in lead time and 50% in cost savings. The automated toolpath programming through their software simplifies the printing process, making it easy to transition from CAD files to finished products. This efficiency results in faster production without compromising on quality.