Powder applicator for metal-binder jetting

Abstract

A powder dispenser (16) for metal-binder jetting is proposed. The powder dispenser (16) comprises a blade assembly (42) having: a first blade (44) and a second blade (46). The first blade (44) and the second blade (46) are separated, form a space (48) between them for holding a metal powder and a slit (18) for dispensing the metal powder, and the slit (18) has a width that is adjustable. A powder dispensing system (10) for metal-binder jetting is also proposed. The system (10) comprises a powder dispenser (16) having a slit (18), a dispenser support (20) configured to move the slit (18) between a refilling position and a dispensing position, and a rake (22) positioned between the refilling position and the dispensing position, wherein the rake (22) is arranged to scrape off metal powder at the slit (18).

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