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Additive manufacturing enables the creation of complex geometries and strong, lightweight parts cost-effectively—critical for rocket engine development and in-space propulsion. The Satellite Applications Catapult supports the UK space industry by offering access to this technology on a pay-as-you-go basis through its Manufacturing for Space team.

Get in touch with our team – facilities@sa.catapult.org.uk

A MetalFAB1 3D printer by Additive Industries in a workshop setting with a computer interface visible.

The MetalFAB1 uses the Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) process, and features:

A large build platform with a net build envelope of 420 × 420 × 400 mm.
Inconel 718 as the material of choice.
A layer thickness of 40 µm.
Two 500 W lasers, delivering precision to approximately 0.05 mm accuracy.
Remote monitoring and continuous video feed for oversight and control during printing.

Manufacturing Equipment

Granite Table

Digital readout vertical dial gauge stand

Induction bearing heater (press fits)

Hydraulic Press

LC Magna 3D Printer

Laser Cutter - Boxford BML1390

Ultrasonic Cleaner

Water Jet Cutter

Resin 3D printer: Form3

Polymer 3D Printer - Ultimaker S5

Helium Leak Detector

FARO Measurement Arm

High-Speed Camera

Thermal Camera

Gallery

Person in protective gear operating a large industrial machine in a clean, well-lit lab environment.

Industrial machine with a control screen and buttons, showing a window into the machine's internal components.

A 3D printer laser fuses powder to form a circular shape on a blue surface.

A person in protective gear operates a high-tech industrial machine in a laboratory setting.

Technician operating a touchscreen on a large 3D metal printer inside a bright, modern industrial facility.

Laser beam creating a circular pattern on a blue surface.

Bright yellow spark in the center of a dark blue background.

Applications

3D-printed rocket engine test with visible flame exhaust in a laboratory setting.

Close-up of a camera lens with focus on the textured edge, casting subtle reflections and shadows.

Close-up of a metallic, geometric lattice structure with diamond-shaped patterns, creating a textured, abstract effect.

Close-up of intricate, textured 3D-printed objects in gray, featuring geometric patterns and curves against a dark background.

Get in touch

We can help you identify where you are on your development journey, connect you with industry experts, and highlight relevant equipment – facilities@sa.catapult.org.uk

Discover our Facilities

Room with blue anechoic foam panels and equipment for testing electromagnetic waves.

Antenna and RF Testing

A robotic arm holds a large metal ring structure in a dark industrial room with various equipment.

In-orbit Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing

Person in lab coat and gloves operates industrial equipment in a sterile room.

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