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ATO Single Rod Feeding System

The ATO Single Rod Feeding System feeds rod feedstock — 1 to 10 mm diameter, up to 110 mm long, including cast rods — directly into an ATO ultrasonic atomizer.

  • ✓ Atomizes rods 1–10 mm diameter (best on 4–6 mm), up to 110 mm long
  • ✓ Works with cast rods — atomize as-cast alloys directly
  • ✓ Upgradeable to a Custom Shape Feeder for non-standard feedstock
  • ✓ Lead time: configured to order — request current lead time
Price held 7 days after order.
Install + training included Tailored service plan
In-houseatomized daily for our own services
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Demo firstrun your alloy before you buy
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What your process engineer actually checks

Atomize what you cast

Feed rods directly — 1 to 10 mm diameter, including cast rods — so you can atomize small, custom or experimental alloys without first drawing them into wire. Best results come on 4–6 mm rods.

Custom shapes, not just round

The basic feeder upgrades to a Custom Shape Feeder adapted to feedstock in an individual shape — useful when your material does not come as standard wire or round rod.

An applications engineer on the line

We run ATO ultrasonic atomization in-house through ATO Lab. Rod selection, cast-feedstock and custom-shape questions — factory-trained engineers, sub-4h reply, NDA standard.

About this product

ATO Single Rod Feeding System is an accessory for ATO ultrasonic atomizers that feeds rod feedstock directly into the melt — atomizing rods from 1 to 10 mm diameter and up to 110 mm long, including cast rods, so you can atomize small, custom or experimental alloys without drawing them into wire first.

Why atomize from rod

Rod feed lets you run alloys you cast or machine in-house — no wire-drawing step in between.

Rod 1–10 mm diameter

Atomizes rod feedstock from 1 to 10 mm; the diameter can even vary along the rod length. Best user experience on 4–6 mm rods.

Works with cast rods

Runs cast rods directly — atomize alloys you cast in-house without first drawing them into wire.

Up to 110 mm rods

Feeds single rods up to 110 mm long into the ultrasonic atomizer, ideal for small-batch and trial quantities.

Custom Shape upgrade

The basic feeder upgrades to a Custom Shape Feeder — adapted to feedstock in an individual, non-standard shape.

Feedstock specifications

Parameter Value
Rod diameter 1–10 mm (best on 4–6 mm; may vary along the rod length)
Maximum rod length 110 mm
Feedstock forms Round rods, including cast rods; Custom Shape Feeder option
Compatibility ATO ultrasonic atomizers (exclusive accessory)

Rod surfaces may exhibit minor imperfections; feedstock cleaning with ATO Wipe is recommended for best powder purity.

How the Single Rod feeder runs

Load a rod, atomize, swap — simple, repeatable small-batch feeding.

Step 01
Load the rod

Load a single rod, 1–10 mm diameter and up to 110 mm long — including cast rods.

Step 02
Ultrasonic atomize

The rod feeds into the ultrasonic atomizer at optimized parameters to produce spherical powder.

Step 03
Swap or upgrade

Change rods between runs, or upgrade to the Custom Shape Feeder for non-standard feedstock.

Where the Single Rod feeder fits

Built for small-batch, custom and experimental alloy work.

Small-batch alloy trials
Atomize a few grams of a new alloy
Cast-rod atomization
Atomize as-cast alloys directly
Custom-shape feedstock
Non-standard shapes via upgrade
R&D and universities
Flexible feedstock for research
Atomizing cast or custom rods? Tell us your alloy and rod dimensions — an applications engineer who runs ATO atomization in-house will confirm the right feeder, including the Custom Shape option. Sub-4h reply, NDA standard.

Why source the ATO Single Rod Feeding System through Additive Plus

  • We run ATO ultrasonic atomization in-house (ATO Lab, AO Metal) — feeding advice from an operator, not a reseller.
  • Configured to order and matched to your atomizer and rod feedstock, with an honest lead time up front.
  • Part of a complete powder-production suite — atomizer, feeding, feedstock and powder cleaning, sieving and handling from one partner.
  • Sub-4h engineer response, NDA standard, support across 23 countries.
Brand 3D Lab
Country of origin Poland

Product videos

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.

From materials teams running ATO Single Rod Feeding System

Unedited feedback from labs who bought and run ATO Single Rod Feeding System.

★★★★★ 4.9 / 5 · 24 reviews
★★★★★

We validated our alloy on a trial batch first, then bought the system. Zero surprises bringing atomization in-house.

MK
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.

PS
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.

DR
Diego R. R&D Lead · University

Common questions

Don't see yours? Email [email protected] — NDA standard, typical reply within 4 hours.

What does the ATO Single Rod Feeding System do?
The ATO Single Rod Feeding System is an accessory for ATO ultrasonic atomizers that feeds a single metal rod into the melt for atomization. It handles rods from 1 to 10 mm diameter and up to 110 mm long, including cast rods, so you can atomize small, custom or experimental alloys directly. It is exclusively compatible with ATO atomizers and is ideal for small-batch and trial quantities.
What rod sizes can it atomize?
The Single Rod Feeding System accepts rods from 1 to 10 mm in diameter, and the diameter can vary along the length of the rod. The best user experience is on 4 to 6 mm rods. Maximum rod length is 110 mm. Rod surfaces may show minor imperfections; feedstock cleaning with ATO Wipe is recommended for the best powder purity.
Can it atomize cast rods?
Yes. The Single Rod Feeding System can work with cast rods, so you can atomize alloys you cast in-house without first drawing them into wire. This makes it well suited to experimental and custom alloys produced in small quantities, where wire drawing would be impractical or wasteful.
What is the Custom Shape Feeder upgrade?
The basic Single Rod feeder can be upgraded to a Custom Shape Feeder, which is adapted to feedstock in an individual, non-standard shape. This lets you atomize material that does not come as standard wire or a round rod. Additive Plus can advise whether the standard feeder or the Custom Shape option fits your feedstock.
Which atomizers is it compatible with?
The Single Rod Feeding System is an optional accessory designed exclusively for ATO ultrasonic atomizers, such as ATO Lab Plus and ATO Sparq. It is not a standalone unit — it feeds rod into an ATO atomizer. Additive Plus configures it to match your specific atomizer and rod feedstock.
What is the lead time and how is it priced?
The ATO Single Rod Feeding System is configured to order and priced per configuration, including the optional Custom Shape Feeder, so pricing and lead time depend on your atomizer and feedstock. Request a quote and an Additive Plus applications engineer will confirm the right configuration, current lead time and a full quotation — usually with a sub-4h first response.

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