Addiblast MARS05 XL: automatic depowdering up to 7 tonnes for large-format metal AM
The increasing size of Laser Powder Bed Fusion machines has created a new challenge in post-processing: how to handle metal builds that exceed one tonne. Addiblast responds with MARS05 XL, an automatic system designed to handle loads up to 7,000 kg.
- MARS05 XL handles builds up to 1,375 × 1,375 × 1,700 mm with a maximum payload of 7,000 kg
- Fully automated system with two-axis movement, programmable vibration, and pneumatic knockers
- ATEX design for reactive and non-reactive metal powders in an enclosed chamber
- 6.4× increase compared to the standard MARS05 model (1,100 kg)
The problem of large-scale post-processing
Metal AM machines have reached build envelopes larger than one meter, but many traditional depowdering systems are still sized for components weighing a few hundred kilograms.
The removal of unconsolidated powder represents a critical bottleneck today. Once a job of one or more tons is completed, the entire system must be moved and large quantities of material remaining around and inside the geometries must be safely removed.
The problem no longer concerns only printing speed or the number of lasers. Post-processing infrastructure suited to the new dimensions is needed.
MARS05 XL: technical specifications
Addiblast's new system uses full automation to handle large-format metal builds while keeping the component fixed to the build plate.
The process takes place inside a fully enclosed chamber with a declared ATEX design. This European standard ensures the safe handling of both reactive and non-reactive metal powders.
The system integrates automated two-axis movement, programmable vibration, and pneumatic knockers to release powder trapped in cavities. The removed powder can then be transferred pneumatically to downstream systems.
| Feature | MARS05 | MARS05 XL |
|---|---|---|
| Supported build | 1,000 × 1,000 × 1,000 mm | 1,375 × 1,375 × 1,700 mm |
| Geometric volume | ~1.0 m³ | ~3.21 m³ |
| Maximum payload | 1,100 kg | 7,000 kg |
| Payload increase | — | 6,4× |
Payload vs component weight: a necessary distinction
The figure of 7,000 kg represents the total load that can be moved, not necessarily the weight of the printed geometry alone.
Addiblast defines 7,000 kg as the maximum payload in the official data sheet published in the Formnext catalog. During depowdering, the system moves an assembly comprising build plate, component, fixture, and residual material still present.
Writing that MARS05 XL “cleans seven-ton parts” is a simplification. The correct wording: the system is designed to handle builds with a total load of up to seven tons.
The payload includes the build plate, printed geometry, any support fixtures, and residual powder not yet removed. The actual weight of the final component will be lower than the total load handled during the process.
The industrial context
The news, published by Metal Additive Manufacturing on September 21, 2026, highlights the dimensional leap in post-processing for large-format metal AM machines.
Laser Powder Bed Fusion machines have now reached build envelopes larger than one meter and, in some cases, several meters. Many traditional depowdering systems were developed for components weighing a few tens or hundreds of kilograms.
MARS05 XL represents the adaptation of post-processing infrastructure to new production capacities. The system is developed by Addiblast, a Ferročrtalič brand specializing in post-processing for additive manufacturing.
The official presentation is scheduled during industry events, with technical documentation available in the Formnext catalog.
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Q&A
What is the maximum load manageable by the Addiblast MARS05 XL system?
The MARS05 XL system can handle a maximum payload of 7,000 kg, representing a 6.4-fold increase compared to the standard MARS05 model of 1,100 kg.
What are the maximum build dimensions supported by the MARS05 XL?
The MARS05 XL handles builds with dimensions up to 1,375 × 1,375 × 1,700 mm, allowing a geometric volume of approximately 3.21 m³ for large-format components.
Is the MARS05 XL safe for handling reactive metal powders?
Yes, the system features an ATEX-certified design within a fully enclosed chamber, ensuring operational safety for both reactive and non-reactive powders.
How does powder removal technically occur in the MARS05 XL?
The process uses full two-axis automation, combined with programmable vibration and pneumatic knockers to free trapped powder from complex cavities.
What exactly is meant by the stated 7,000 kg payload?
The value of 7,000 kg refers to the total load manageable by the system, which includes both the printed geometry and the build plate, and not just the weight of the final component.
