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ATO Induction Melting System for Ultrasonic Atomization
The ATO Induction Melting System (IMS) is an optional module designed to atomize materials and minimize evaporation of low melting point elements.
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Install + training included
Tailored service plan
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Induction melt for demanding alloys
Induction melting reaches and holds the temperatures that high-melting-point and refractory alloys need, expanding the range of materials the atomizer can turn into spherical powder beyond what arc melting covers.
Clean, controlled melting
Controlled induction heating gives a stable, repeatable melt with less contamination, feeding the ultrasonic atomizer consistent material for consistent powder.
An applications engineer on the line
We run ultrasonic atomization and melting in-house through ATO Lab. Melt-method selection, alloy range and parameters — factory-trained engineers, sub-4h reply, NDA standard.
About this product
The ATO Induction Melting System (IMS) is a swap-in induction crucible module for the ATO ultrasonic atomizers. It melts feedstock of any shape in a closed crucible, holds a measured melt temperature, and minimizes evaporation of low-melting-point elements — so you can atomize alloys and irregular material the rod feeders can’t handle.
Why teams add the induction module
It removes the feedstock-shape limit of rod feeding and protects alloy chemistry.
Any feedstock shape
Chips, turnings, granules and irregular scrap melt in the crucible — no need to pre-form rods or wire.
Higher atomization yield
Process efficiency runs significantly above the standard rod configuration, so more of your charge becomes usable powder.
Low loss of volatile elements
Closed-crucible melting minimizes evaporation of low-melting-point elements, keeping powder chemistry on the feedstock spec.
Measured melt temperature
A dedicated temperature measuring system holds the melt at target for a repeatable particle size distribution, batch to batch.
How the module fits your ATO line
One station handles melt, atomization and recovery — no separate furnace.
Step 01
Swap it in
Detach the rod feeder and mount the IMS induction module on the same ATO atomizer. A single operator handles the change-over.
Step 02
Load & melt
Charge the 200 cm³ standard crucible (larger on request) with feedstock of any shape; induction brings it to a controlled, measured temperature.
Step 03
Atomize & recover
Ultrasonic atomization turns the melt into fine, homogeneous powder — ideal for reclaiming value from scrap and off-spec material.
Where the IMS earns its place
Alloys and feedstock forms that open rod feeding can’t serve well.
Reactive & specialty alloys
Compositions that lose volatile elements on open feed
Irregular feedstock
Chips, turnings, granules and off-cuts
Material recovery
Reclaim powder from scrap and rejected parts
Alloy R&D
Trial new compositions in small crucible batches
AM powder production
Spherical, flowable feedstock for LPBF and DED
MIM & HIP
Fine, homogeneous powder for near-net-shape parts
Or choose a different feedstock path
The IMS is one of four ways to feed an ATO atomizer — pick by your material form.
Not sure whether a crucible or a rod feeder fits your alloys? — a materials engineer will map the IMS to your feedstock, melt volume and target particle size distribution. Sub-4h reply, NDA standard.
| Brand | 3D Lab |
| Country of origin | Poland |
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Not sure which atomizer fits your alloy?
We run custom batches too. Try before you build the capability.
Want to validate an alloy before buying the system? Our ATO lab runs a custom batch for you in 3–4 weeks — biocompatible, refractory, proprietary — so you see real powder before committing to in-house atomization.
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· Configured to order — request lead timeFrom materials teams running ATO Induction Melting System for Ultrasonic Atomization
Unedited feedback from labs who bought and run ATO Induction Melting System for Ultrasonic Atomization.
★★★★★
We validated our alloy on a trial batch first, then bought the system. Zero surprises bringing atomization in-house.
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Marcus K.
Materials Lead · Aerospace R&D
★★★★★
Asked about PSD control for a fine-cut powder. A materials engineer walked us through the parameters, not a sales pitch.
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Priya S.
Process Engineer · Medical Devices
★★★★★
Install and training were hands-on with people who atomize daily. Our first in-house batch met PSD spec.
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Diego R.
R&D Lead · University
Common questions
Don't see yours? Email [email protected] — NDA standard, typical reply within 4 hours.
What is the ATO Induction Melting System?
It's a swap-in induction melting module for the ATO ultrasonic atomizers. Instead of feeding a rod, it melts feedstock in a crucible, so you can atomize material of any shape into fine, homogeneous powder.
How is it different from the rod and wire feeders?
The rod and wire feeders melt the tip of a pre-formed rod or wire. The IMS melts a full charge in a 200 cm³ crucible, so it handles chips, turnings and irregular scrap — and better protects volatile alloying elements.
What crucible size does it use?
A 200 cm³ standard crucible ships with the module. Larger crucibles are available on request.
Which atomizers is it compatible with?
It mounts on the ATO ultrasonic atomizers such as the ATO Lab Plus and ATO Sparq. A single operator can swap it in place of the rod feeder.
Does it help with material recovery?
Yes. Because it melts any feedstock form, it's well suited to reclaiming powder from scrap, machining swarf and off-spec or rejected parts.
Can I atomize reactive or volatile alloys with it?
Closed-crucible melting with a measured temperature minimizes evaporation of low-melting-point elements, which makes it a better fit than open rod feeding for reactive and specialty alloys. Talk to an applications engineer about your specific chemistry.
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