Bettersizer S3+ aids your additive manufacturing process

What does the Bettersizer S3+ offer?
The Bettersize Instruments Bettersizer S3+ plays a vital role in Additive Manufacturing (AM) by delivering precise particle size and shape analysis for metal, polymer, and ceramic powders. AM techniques such as Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Electron Beam Melting (EBM), and Binder Jetting all depend on powders with carefully controlled particle size distributions (PSD) and morphology to achieve consistent layer deposition, optimal packing density, and reliable flow behaviour.

Why choosing the right technology matters
The Bettersizer S3+ combines laser diffraction with dynamic image analysis, offering high-resolution measurement of particle sizes ranging from 0.01 to 3500 µm, along with direct visualisation of particle shape. Laser diffraction enables fast, accurate PSD analysis—crucial for enhancing powder bed density and reducing defects like porosity or incomplete fusion. Dynamic image analysis measures attributes such as sphericity, aspect ratio, and agglomeration, all of which directly impact powder flow and overall print quality.

Precision in powder characterisation
By enabling tighter control over powder quality, the Bettersizer S3+ supports manufacturers in improving material performance, mechanical properties, and production efficiency. Real-time data allows for swift decisions regarding powder selection, recycling processes, and supplier assessment—lowering costs and enhancing the integrity of final components. As a result, the Bettersizer S3+ is an indispensable tool for achieving consistency and reliability in industrial-scale AM applications.

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