Small Scale R&D Electron Beam Melting System
ID: EBMSType: Presolicitation
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFORNL UT-BATTELLE LLC-DOE CONTRACTOROak Ridge, TN, 37831, USA

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Powder Metallurgy Part Manufacturing (332117)

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SVCS; DEFENSE-RELATED ACTIVITIES; R&D FACILITIES & MAJ EQUIP (AC35)

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https://sam.gov/opp/2df2fe0b92474358a62c7ad8b80bfbbf/view
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    Presolicitation notice from the Department of Energy for a Small Scale R&D Electron Beam Melting System. The system will enable small scale processing of high temperature materials in a vacuum environment. It will have complete control over the electron beam positioning and in-situ electron monitoring. The system will require small amounts of metal powder and conform to space and weight requirements. Specifications include a circular build volume no larger than 100mm diameter and 150mm tall, a base pressure in the vacuum chamber and electron gun of at least 10-6 mbar or lower, and a pumpdown time of no more than 15 minutes. The system will also have various other features and requirements. Delivery timeframe is less than 2 months and installation, training, and service options will be provided by the seller.

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    Scott Scarbrough
    (865) 341-2675
    scarbroughws@ornl.gov
    Lisa Cobb
    (865) 341-3659
    cobbll@ornl.gov
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