1.5-Meter Z-Axis Metal 3D Printer Shipped—Rayming Laser Powers Aerospace and Automotive Manufacturing

PanDen 2025-8-14 22:07 Materials

Metal 3D printing is reshaping the high-end manufacturing landscape at unprecedented speed, expanding from strategic sectors such as aerospace and energy into automotive and general machinery. To meet the demand for high-quality, efficient production of increasingly large and complex metal components, Rayming Laser has leveraged its deep technical expertise to deliver high-performance, reliable solutions.

Since its launch, the LiM-X650/650H series—offering ultra-large build volumes, multi-laser configurations, and stable printing performance—has become firmly established in aerospace and automotive manufacturing, enabling diverse applications and accelerating the shift toward intelligent, flexible production.

Empowering Aerospace Manufacturing

Metal additive manufacturing holds immense potential in aerospace, bringing transformative gains in:

· Cost reduction & efficiency – Eliminates mold-making time and cost, simplifies production workflows, achieves far higher material utilization than subtractive methods, and enables integrated part manufacturing to reduce assembly, shorten lead times, and improve economics.

· Lightweighting – Enables bionic, lattice, and topology-optimized structures that cut weight without compromising strength, improving payload efficiency and maneuverability.

· Design freedom & rapid iteration – Removes the geometric constraints of casting, forging, and machining, allowing direct production of complex parts and significantly shortening the cycle from concept to finished component.

Case study: Using the LiM-X650, Rayming produced a lightweight aerospace cabin section in high-strength aluminum alloy, topology-optimized with localized lattice structures to remove excess material while maintaining performance. Process parameters were refined to solve typical large-part aluminum challenges such as low density and cracking, resulting in excellent build quality.

The LiM-X650 has supported multiple landmark projects:

· Produced key components for the Long March 8 rocket’s YF-75DA engine, leveraging its capacity for complex, integrated part manufacture.

· Partnered with LandSpace on the TQ-series rocket engine program to produce large, deformation-prone components, advancing integration and thrust performance.

LiM-X650H—Extended Height, Compact Form

The LiM-X650H increases Z-axis build height to 1,580 mm with a proprietary dual-drive gantry system, maintaining an overall machine height of just 4.5 m for ease of operation and maintenance. This extended capability supports large-scale aerospace structures and has been applied in collaborations with CASIC Hongyang Electromechanical for additive manufacturing research, as well as commercial space companies for rapid prototyping and batch production.

Driving Innovation in Automotive Manufacturing

The LiM-X650/650H has also delivered breakthroughs in automotive part production.

Example: For titanium alloy wheels—critical for safety, performance, and comfort—Rayming’s process optimizations enable integrated manufacturing that shortens production chains and saves raw material compared with traditional casting/forging, while improving structural strength. Titanium’s superior strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance make it an ideal choice, and the LiM-X650 makes its large-scale application in automotive feasible.

The LiM-X650 and LiM-X650H exemplify Rayming Laser’s leadership in metal additive manufacturing, offering scalable, high-precision, and high-efficiency solutions that advance manufacturing across aerospace, automotive, and beyond. Looking ahead, Rayming will continue to push the boundaries of application, iterating its 3D printing systems to deliver ever more capable, reliable tools for industry transformation.