LCM 3D Printer

The Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) is seeking sources for a lithography‑based ceramic manufacturing (LCM) multi‑material 3D printer to support ceramic‑composite research, development, testing, processing, and small‑scale production. The system must be a standalone, enclosed unit with two interior rotating vats, an integrated build platform, LED light source (450‑460 nm), print‑file preparation software, GUI controls, and a benchtop cleaning station; optional thermal post‑processing equipment (oven/furnace) must be provided. Required performance includes a minimum build volume of 2.6 × 1.6 × 6.5 in., ability to handle slurries of 0.1‑100 Pa viscosity with as little as 10 mL per job, lateral resolution ≥35 µm, layer thickness 10‑100 µm, build speed up to 100 layers/hr, and a zero‑point clamping system holding the platform within 5 µm tolerance. Integrated suction must achieve ≥40 air changes/hr for a 5.1 ft³ workspace, and the printer must accept .STL (binary) files via Ethernet (internal network) or USB only. Spare parts (extra vats, build platform, wear‑item recommendations) and a starter consumables package are required, with delivery of the complete system—including manuals, training, and installation support—within seven months, FOB destination. This Sources‑Sought notice (Solicitation N6893626R0009) invites capability statements from firms able to meet these technical and schedule requirements; the Government will supply electricity, water, and compressed air but no natural gas or steam.

Notice ID

58b248c6fb5b4ee1b282d8d282f935e0

Solicitation Number

N6893626R0009

NAICS Code

333248

Classification Code

3695