LMD or SLM decider
Screen whether scale, repair or fine detail dominates the route.
This is an early process-selection aid. Final choice depends on material, finishing and inspection.
Inputs
Part geometry and job type.
Enter only rough dimensions and job type. The result appears only after that.
Inputs
Screen rough geometry.
These fields are enough for an early LMD, SLM or hybrid direction.
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Static versions of the process-selection logic and examples.
The decider screens geometry, job type, mass and detail. These pages explain that logic and show where it points toward LMD or SLM.
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How the LMD vs SLM Decider Works
The LMD vs SLM decider screens geometry, job type, mass, detail level and commercial pressure to show which route deserves technical review first. It is meant to frame the process question before a buyer sends a manufacturing RFQ.
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Example: Choosing LMD for a Large Repair Component
A large repair component often points toward LMD, not SLM, when the problem is local geometry recovery on an existing part and the route accepts machining, inspection and documentation after buildup.
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Example: Why SLM Fits Compact Internal-Channel Geometry
SLM / LPBF usually becomes the stronger candidate when the value sits in compact geometry, internal channels and fine integrated detail that LMD would recreate inefficiently or not at all.
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