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Ultrasonic metal atomization

ATO Technology uses ultrasonic vibrations to break a molten metal into small droplets that quickly solidify into metal powder under an inert gas protective atmosphere. The size of the metal powder produced is affected by the ultrasonic frequency used, with higher frequencies producing smaller particles and lower frequencies producing larger particles. Other factors that affect particle size and distribution include viscosity, density, ultrasonic amplitude and atomizer design.
The process of ultrasonic atomization of metal powder using the atomizer with ATO technology involves feeding raw material into the pressurized atomization chamber where an electric arc is created to melt the material. Ultrasonic vibrations are transmitted through a sonotrode to the molten metal bath, forming capillary waves that eject metal droplets with a diameter that depends on the ultrasonic frequency, surface tension, and density of the liquid metal. The droplets are ejected into a cooled stream of argon gas and rounded into near-perfect spheres by surface tension. The droplets then cool and solidify before being sorted and collected.

Our ultrasonic metal powder atomizers

Lab Plus

reactive and
non-reactive metals
low waste
open atomization
parameters

ATO Lab Plus is an innovative device designed to produce high-quality metal powders for additive manufacturing applications. This atomizer is capable of producing a wide range of both reactive and non-reactive metal powders, including aluminum, copper, stainless steel, titanium, and other alloys. This makes it an incredibly versatile tool that can be used in a variety of applications across multiple industries.
In terms of usability, the ATO Lab Plus features an intuitive control system with a user-friendly interface, along with the precise control over parameters. Operators can easily adjust parameters to achieve optimal powder properties for their specific needs. This ease of use makes the ATO Lab Plus an ideal tool for research and development as well as industrial-scale production. The system is also equipped with a number of safety features, including a cooling water monitoring system, automatic gas shut-off valves, and emergency stop buttons.

Noble

precious metals
maximum material
recovery
parameters dedicated
under precious metals

ATO Noble is an ultrasonic metal powder atomizer with the same basic features as ATO Lab Plus, but modified to work with precious metals and produce high quality precious metal powders. It responds to customer needs for economical atomization of expensive and rare metal alloys. Since there are no limitations on the minimum load and the system is easy to change to another material, the cost effectiveness and freedom of the atomization process are assured.
The ATO Noble is specifically designed to produce precious metals such as
gold, silver, platinum, etc. with high productivity and efficiency. ATO Noble uses Zero Loss Technology which reduces material waste to an absolute minimum. We have achieved this by creating a specially adapted filtration system and a closed loop of gas circulation. Innovative system allows recovery of valuable materials for reuse with a single click of a button.

INSIDE

process chamber stainless steel process chamber cooled with water-jacket material feeder select feedstock form with ATO feeders sonotrode the very heart of the machine, build with patented technology and state-of-the-art nanoalloys, it provides unique process flexibility filters designed to remove small powder particles and excessive fumes ATO powder container compatible with ATO accessories, keeps argon shield recirculation pump maintains the circulation of the argon atmosphere front cover ensures view and protect eyes tig torch welding arc is formed by a electrode and is maintained in a shielding gas covering ultrasonic transducer the “vibration engine” brings energy necessary for eject the particles from melted metal control panel user-friendly software, touchscreen, precise knobs TIG welding source robust power supply guarantees stable process while efficient inverter minimize energy loss

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Published scientific articles showcase the breakthroughs achieved through the utilization of our ultrasonic metal atomization technology.

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patents

Our ATO ultrasonic metal atomizers are powered by patented by us technology, pivotal for advanced metal powder production.

CN111315513 Device For The Manufacturing Of Spherical Metal Powders By An Ultrasonic Atomization Method

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EP3638442 A1 Device For The Manufacturing Of Spherical Metal Powders By An Ultrasonic Atomization Method

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JP2021503044 T2 Ultrasonic spray spherical by way a device for producing metal powder

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JP7228274 B2 A device for producing a spherical metal powder by an ultrasonic spray method

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KR102539861 B1 An apparatus for the production of spherical metal powders by ultrasonic atomization method

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KR20200081444 A By ultrasonic atomization method, apparatus for the manufacture of spherical metal powder

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PL423410 A1 Device For Producing Spherical Metal Powders By Ultrasonic Atomisation Method

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PL424869 A1 Device For Ultrasonic Atomisation Of Metallic Materials And Method For Cleaning It

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PL425803 A1 Ultrasonic Atomiser

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RU2020118274 A The apparatus for producing spherical powders of metals by ultrasonic spraying

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RU2020118274 A3 RU2020118274 A3

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WO19092641 A1 Device For The Manufacturing Of Spherical Metal Powders By An Ultrasonic Atomization Method

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PL424870 A1 Sonotrode With Internal Cooling System

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PL425804 A1 Method For Conducting Ultrasonic Atomisation

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EP3766610 A1 Sonotrode For Ultrasonic Atomization Of Metals And Their Alloys

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PL430595 A1 Sonotrode For A Device For Ultrasonic Atomization Of Metals And Their Alloys

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CN113993642 A A Method For Evacuation Of Powder Produced By Ultrasonic Atomization And A Device For Implementing This Method

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EP3766611 A2 Method And Device For Producing Heavy Metal Powders By Ultrasonic Atomization

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EP3766611 A3 Method And Device For Producing Heavy Metal Powders By Ultrasonic Atomization

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EP3999267 A1 A Method For Evacuation Of Powder Produced By Ultrasonic Atomization And A Device For Implementing This Method

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IN202127056184 A Method And Device For Producing Heavy Metal Powders By Ultrasonic Atomization

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PL430614 A1 Method For Removing Powder Produced By Ultrasonic Atomization Process And A Device For Implementing This Method

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US2022305554 AA Method And Device For Producing Heavy Metal Powders By Ultrasonic Atomization

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WO21009683 A1 Method And Device For Producing Heavy Metal Powders By Ultrasonic Atomization

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WO21009683 A4 Method And Device For Producing Heavy Metal Powders By Ultrasonic Atomization

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WO21009708 A1 A Method For Evacuation Of Powder Produced By Ultrasonic Atomization And A Device For Implementing This Method

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