Offering laser deposition welding (DED), machining and inspection in a single set up, DMG Mori says its new LaserTec 65 DED hybrid 2 provides a cost-effective solution for producing complex components, repairing worn parts and applying highly durable surface coatings.

Combining additive and subtractive manufacturing in one platform, the machine integrates milling, drilling, turning, grinding, laser pre-heating, powder-based additive manufacturing and 3D scanning. The result is improved process integration, higher productivity and greater process stability, helping to bring additive manufacturing into series production environments.

A key development is DMG Mori’s latest MultiJet nozzle, which enables five-axis material deposition with consistent powder distribution regardless of orientation. The innovation increases build rates by 35% compared with the previous generation, while a 170% larger build volume accommodates workpieces up to 840 mm in diameter and 350 mm high.

In addition to infrared laser technology, the machine can be equipped with a blue laser source, expanding processing capability to reflective materials such as copper. This enables graded material transitions and the production of highly functional components. For example, copper can be selectively deposited to enhance cooling performance in injection moulding and die-casting tools, while hard-facing materials above 60 HRc can be applied without subsequent heat treatment.

Comprehensive process monitoring is provided through cameras and sensors that track temperature, powder flow, melt pool behaviour and nozzle positioning. AM Evaluator software creates a time-sequenced digital twin, mapping process data directly onto a 3D model of the component.

Built around DMG Mori’s rigid monoBLOCK platform, the machine delivers positioning accuracy of 4 microns. Wide access doors simplify loading, unloading and future automation integration, supporting efficient operation in demanding manufacturing environments.

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