EASA FORM-1
Seat armcap
Lifespan and operational feasibility of a passenger seat is highly depends on the availability of spares. Seat armcaps, being one of the hard surfaces that are the most interacted with, are a common headache for procurement teams. Additive manufacturing can replace the traditionally produced units, either as full plastic parts, or in combination with materials such as leather and fabric.
On-demand manufacturing -
MOQ of 1
Reduced lead time
- down to hours
Reduced weight
and parts count
Easy customization
– minimal additional costs
0 waste manufacturing -
no leftovers
Solutions
Challenge
Seat armcaps are among the most commonly worn out components
Solution
Additive manufacturing makes any design of seat armcaps quickly available when worn out
Challange
OEM armcaps may not be available anymore or with reasonable lead time
Solution
Designs that are no longer manufactured can be easily reverse-engineered to ensure a longer lifecyle for seats
Challenge
Reproducing armcaps in traditional ways is not financially feasible in low volumes
Solution
On-demand manufacturing makes it cost-effective to manufacture components on-demand in small quantities
Challenge
Replacement parts are not always available in the required finishes
Solution
Armcaps can be either color-matched to blend in with the original parts or completely re-designed and upholstered with materials such as leathers and vinyls
Technical details
Printing time per unit: 3.6h
Weight: Reduced by 17% compared to original PU-foam overmolded part
Lead time/unit: 100 units every 10 days
Certification: EASA Form 1
Materials: Ultem 9085 Certified Grade
Additional components: Thread inserts for mounting
Backup your parts with EMEA's largest small-batch manufacturer
Minimum order quantity: 1
60+ FDM printers in manufacturing network
Multiple locations offer next-door service
Short turnarounds – down to hours
