Castheon

We're thrilled to be showcasing our innovative solutions at MilAM – the premier event for military additive manufacturing, February 11-12.

We’re at CMS 2025 this week! Meet Dr. Youping Gao, Dr. Jacob Rindler, and Rob Dunn in St. Augustine to discuss advanced material science and how ADDMAN can accelerate your next project. ?? Schedule a meeting with our team today: https://bit.ly/3PQ1bkT #CMS2025 #AdvancedManufacturing

?? The Sky is Not the Limit! ?? On January 15, 2025, Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost spacecraft launched from NASA's John F Kennedy Space Centre aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, carrying its lunar lander into space! Equipped with 8 Firefly RCS thrusters, the mission — named "Ghost Riders in the Sky" — is a monumental leap in lunar exploration under NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration's Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) initiative. Over its 45 day journey, the Blue Ghost will: ? Spend 25 days in Earth orbit ? Transit 4 days to the Moon ? Orbit the Moon for 16 days We’re proud to have supported the 3D printing process for Firefly’s RCS thrusters that are playing a pivotal role in maintaining orientation during deep space maneuvers and ensuring a smooth, controlled descent for a soft landing on the lunar surface. Check here for daily for live updates from Firefly Aerospace: https://bit.ly/40KylIR Photos courtesy of Firefly Aerospace ADDMAN

#Material Monday: What is Niobium Super C103?? Niobium Super C103 is a groundbreaking alloy by Castheon, enhanced with high-grain carbon particles during the LPBF process. This advancement boosts structural integrity and high-temperature performance, making it ideal for demanding aerospace and defense applications. Super C103 sets a new standard in material strength and reliability. Want to learn more? Contact us today to talk to the minds behind the innovation. https://bit.ly/49C97iN

?? Strategy in Action: Statesville, NC This week, our Commercial Team is coming together at our state-of-the-art Statesville facility to align, innovate, and strategize for the year ahead. From developing bold plans to executing impactful strategies, this gathering is all about empowering our team to deliver unparalleled value to our customers.

?? Sample Part Spotlight ?? The Combustor Liner Combustor liners are engine components that require innovative thermal management solutions. Often produced out of nickel-based materials, they must operate in high temperature, stress and pressure environments. Powdered nickel-base super alloys like this are often used for AM manufacture of these parts due to the alloys crack resistance and ability to perform at near-melting-point temperatures. ????????????????: Amperprint 0233 Haynes 282 ??????????????: Additive Manufacturing, DMLS ??????????????: Velo3D Sapphire ????????????????: Castheon, Thousand Oaks, CA Learn more: https://bit.ly/41CjSzT #Superalloys #MetalAdditive #DMLS #Aerospace #RefractoryAlloys

?? #MaterialMonday Deep-Dive: 3D Printed Haynes 230 by Castheon ?? Haynes 230 is a nickel-chromium-tungsten-molybdenum alloy, known for its exceptional high-temperature strength and oxidation resistance. Haynes 230 is now achieving superior material characteristics through Castheon's advanced 3D printing process, surpassing traditional wrought materials. ?? AM Advantages: - Solid solution strengthening plus tungsten carbide (WC) hardening. - Demonstrated enhancements in strength, high-temperature microstructural stability, creep resistance, and welding capabilities. - Fully compatible with oxidizing and fuel-rich environments. ?? Applications: - Aerospace: Rocket engines and exhaust systems gain from improved performance in extreme conditions. - Energy: Power plant components benefit from increased longevity and tolerance to temperature fluctuations. - Manufacturing: Custom, complex parts are produced with superior structural integrity and operational stability. Learn more https://bit.ly/3ZC8FMK

? Happy Holidays from all of us at Castheon! ?? As the year comes to a close, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our customers, partners, and team members who made 2024 a year of innovation, collaboration, and success. Here’s to an even brighter future together in 2025! May your holiday season be filled with joy, warmth, and wonderful memories. ?? Wishing you peace, prosperity, and endless possibilities.

Happy #3DPrinting Day!

To all veterans: thank you for your service, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to freedom. ?? #VeteransDay