Stronger than Steel and as Castable as Polymers
Amorphous Metals
At AMS, components are made of amorphous metal!
The alloy synthesis begins with the portioning of the pure elements, e.g. titanium, copper, aluminium.
1 of 1PORTIONING
In the second step, the pure elements are melted together into semi-finished products (alloys) under high-purity conditions.
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In a casting process, the semi-finished products are melted and processed similar to plastic injection molding. The melt is cooled down to room temperature within a few seconds. This also takes place under ultra-pure conditions to achieve the ideal material properties.
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With a cycle time of less than 60 s, highly precise components can be produced in large quantities. Due to the clean conditions, the sprue system can be 100% recycled.
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Which advantages do amorphous metals offer?
EXCELLENT CORROSION AND WEAR RESISTANCE
- decorative surfaces
- biocompatibility (ISO 10993-5)
- no coating necessary
NEAR-NET-SHAPE PRODUCTION
- low production costs
- high reproducibility
- highest surface quality
HIGH STRESS RESISTANCE AND ELASTICITY
- component miniaturization
- weight reduction
- new design possibilities
Where can amorphous metals be used?
MEDTECH
- Endoscopic Instruments
- Scalpels
- Implants
Not only for surgical tools but also for implants it is advantageous to achieve the same performance with 40% miniaturization of the part.
1 of 1LUXURY GOODS
- extremely scratch and corrosion resistant casings
- high performance mechanics
- high-tech exclusivity
For applications in watches, amorphous metals are relevant as a decorative case component or as a powerful performance component inside.
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- Planetary gears
- Rolling bearings
- Hinges
Low temperatures and high stress do not bother amorphous metals. Their smooth surface causes very little abrasion and requires hardly any lubrication. For this reason, they are also used in the aerospace industry.
1 of 1MORE
- Eyewear hinges
- Phone casings
- Foldable displays
- Guiding bars
The unique properties of amorphous metals and the processing technology of AMS enable countless other applications in various products.
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OUR OFFER
CONSULTING
We consult our customers on the use of amorphous metals in their applications. The aim is to identify components which are significantly improved by the use of amorphous metals. The selection of the appropriate alloy is one of the keys to raise the performance of the product to the next level.
FEASIBILITY STUDIES
Once a component has been identified for application, we demonstrate the potential of the amorphous metals technology through an extensive feasibility study. The knowledge gained can then be used to adapt the design of the components ideally to take full advantage of the amorphous metal properties.
SERIAL PODUCTION
As Amorphous Metal Solutions GmbH we are your partner for the serial production of components made of amorphous metals. We work under highest quality standards to guarantee the performance of the components. At the same time, our technology is resource-saving and cost efficient.