Tools

Start with the decision tool that matches your question.

Use these tools to move from a broad metal AM question into a process route, cost screen, material direction, repair business case or structured request package.

LMD process monitoring and melt-pool signal view

Recommended order

Start with the pathfinder when the route is unclear.

If you already know the question, jump directly into the relevant tool. Each tool ends with the closest page or feasibility-request action.

1Find the right website path

2Check LMD, SLM or material fit

3Estimate price, time or repair ROI

4Build an RFQ package or request review

Start here Website pathfinder

Answer five dropdown questions and receive the most relevant services, articles, case studies, FAQs and tools.

Best when the route is unclear. Process decision LMD or SLM decider

Screen whether scale, repair, local build-up or fine powder-bed detail is likely to dominate the process choice.

Best before cost estimation. Commercial screen Cost estimator

Estimate base cost, route, deposition mass and machine time for LMD, SLM, repair or cladding requests.

Best before ROI comparison. Technical direction Material selector

Choose a starting material-family discussion based on wear, corrosion, heat, sliding duty or unknown failure mode.

Best when alloy direction is unclear. Business case Repair ROI calculator

Compare repair against replacement cost, downtime and lead-time assumptions after a rough repair estimate exists.

Best for maintenance and plant teams. Request package RFQ package builder

Create a structured email draft with contact details, part context, available files, deadline and technical goal.

Best when project details are ready.

Direct review

The tools are screening aids, not quotation engines.

For real feasibility and pricing, Exafuse still needs part data, material context, acceptance criteria and a technical review. Small quick first-part setup may be waived after review.

Start feasibility request Review services first

Free tools

Screen first, then decide what you want to share.

The tools are meant to reduce uncertainty before a call or request is needed.

Free to use

All calculators and decision aids are open. There is no account, paywall or requirement to enter a company name.

No data stored by Exafuse

Inputs stay in your browser while you use the page. Exafuse receives them only if you send the information yourself by email or direct message.

No company name or email required for screening

The pathfinder, process decider, estimator, ROI and material selector work without your name, company or email address.

NDA-friendly

Start with non-confidential facts. Sensitive drawings, customer names or process details can follow after NDA alignment.