Materials
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Aluminium 2017A / 3.1325 / Al-Cu4Mg
Alternative Designations: EN AW-2017A | Al-Cu4Mg (ISO) | AA2017A (ANSI/AA) | H14 (BS) | A-U4G (AFNOR) | L-3120 (UNE) | A92017 (UNS) | A2017 (JIS) | CM41(17S) (CSA) | GA631 (SIS)
Aluminium 2017A / Al-Cu4Mg is an age-hardenable wrought alloy that offers a combination of high strength and good ductility.
Aluminium 7075 / 3.4365 / Al-Zn6MgCu
Alternative Designations: EN-AW7075 | Al-Zn6MgCu (ISO) | AA7075 (ANSI/AA) | 2L95 (BS) | A-Z5GU (AFNOR) | L-3710 (UNE) | A97075 (UNS) | A7075 (JIS) | ZG62 (CSA)
Aluminium 3.4365/EN-AW7075 has high strength (57MPa), toughness and excellent resistance to fatigue. It has very good machinability.
Aluminium 6061 / 3.3211 / Al-Mg1SiCu
Alternative Designations: EN-AW6061 | Al-Mg1SiCu (ISO) | AA6061 (ANSI/AA) | H20 (BS) | A-GSUC (AFNOR) | L-3420 (UNE) | A96061 (UNS) | A6061 (JIS) | GS11N (CSA)
Aluminium 3.3211/EN-AW6061 contains magnesium and silicon as its major alloying elements with trace amounts of copper.
Aluminium 6060 / 3.3206 / Al-MgSi
Alternative Designations: EN-AW6060 | Al-MgSi (ISO) | AA6060 (ANSI/AA) | H9 (BS) | AGS (AFNOR) | L-3442 (UNE) | A96060 (UNS) | 4140 (SIS)
Aluminium 3.3206/EN-AW6060 has good resistance to corrosion, good weldability and very suitable for cold forming.
Aluminium 6082 / 3.2315 / Al-Si1Mg
Alternative Designations: EN-AW6082 | Al-Si1Mg (ISO) | AA6082 (ANSI/AA) | H30 (BS) | A-SGM0,7 (AFNOR) | L-3453 (UNE) | A96082 (UNIS) | 4212 (SIS)
Typically formed by rolling and extrusion, Aluminium 3.2315 has medium strength with very good weldability and thermal conductivity.
Aluminium 2007 / 3.1645 / Al-CuMgPb
Alternative Designations: EN AW–2007 | AlCu4PbMgMn | AA2007 (ANSI/AA) | L-3121 (UNE) | A92007 (UNS) | A2007 (JIS) | 4355 (SIS)
Aluminium 3.1645 is a short chipped aluminum alloy containing between 4.0 – 5.0% copper. It is very suitable for high machining speeds.
Steel 1.7218 / 25CrMo4
Alternative Designations: SCM420 (JIS) | SAE4130 (AISI) | 25CD4 (AFNOR) | 708A25 (BS) | 25CrMo4 (UNI)
25CrMo4 is a grade of steel specifically designed for the use of components and parts subject to high levels of stress.
Steel 1.2842 / 90MnCrV8
Alternative Designations: 90MnV8 (AFNOR) | B02 (BS) | 90MnVCr8KU (UNI)
Steel 1.2842 / 90MnCrV8 is a high carbon chromium alloy steel used for making cutting tools and measuring implements.
Steel 1.0511 / C40
Alternative Designations: AF60C40 (AFNOR) | F.114.A (UNE) | 1040 (AISI) | 070M40 (BS) | S40C (JIS)
Steel 1.0511 / C40 is a non-alloyed quality carbon engineering steel that has been worked hardened by heat treatment.
Steel 1.0570 / S355J2G3
Alternative Designations: St52-3; S355J2G3 (ISO) | 1024 (AISI/SAE) | G10240 (UNS) | E36-3 (AFNOR) | 50D (BS) | AE355D (UNE) | 2135-01 (SIS) | Fe510 (UNI) | SM490 (JIS)
Compared to other carbon steels, Steel 1.0570 has high electrical conductivity but low thermal conductivity and low ductility.
Steel 1.0503 / C45
Alternative Designations: C45 (ISO) | 1045 (AISI/SAE) | G10450 (UNS) | AF65C45/C45 (AFNOR) | 080M46/50HS (BS) | C45K (UNE) | 1650 (SIS) | C45 (UNI) | S45C (JIS)
Steel 1.0503 (C45) has low thermal conductivity and low ductility among wrought carbon steels. It has a high tensile strength of 630MPa.
Steel 1.7225 / 42CrMo4
Alternative Designations: 42CrMo4 (ISO/UNE/UNI) | 4140 (AISI/SAE) | 42CD4 (AFNOR) | 708M40 (BS) | 2244 (SIS) | SCM440(H) (JIS)
Steel 1.7225 has high strength, toughness, good hardenability and resistance to impact. It is widely used in the construction of machines
Steel 1.7131 / 16MnCr5
Alternative Designations: 16MnCr5 (ISO/UNE) | 5115 (AISI/SAE) | 16MC5 (AFNOR) | 527M20 (BS) | 2511 (SIS) | 16MnCr5 (UNI) | SCR415 (JIS)
Steel 1.7131 has high surface hardness and wear resistance with good machinability. It is ideal for machine components.
Steel 1.0038 / S235JR
Alternative Designations: EN 10025 | S235JR | A283 (AISI/AA) | A 33 (AFNOR) | SN490B;C (JIS) | A310-0 (UNE)
Steel 1.0038 can be formed into many products. Its excellent weldability makes it to be widely used in bridges, transmission towers etc.
Stainless Steel 304L / 1.4307 / X2CrNi18-9
Alternative Designations: 304L (AISI/ASTM/UNS)
Steel 1.4307 is an austenitic chromium-nickel stainless steel with molybdenum added to increase corrosion resistance and toughness.
Stainless Steel 303 / 1.4305 / X10CrNiS18-9
Alternative Designations: X10CrNiS18-9; X8CrNiS18-9 (ISO) | 303 (AISI) | 303 (SAE) | S30300 (UNS) | Z8CNF18-09 (AFNOR) | 303S31 (BS) | 2346 (SIS) | SUS303 (JIS)
Stainless Steel 1.4305 is an austenitic chromium-nickel stainless steel with sulfur added to its composition with improved machinability.
Stainless Steel 316Ti / 1.4571 / X6CrNiMoTi17-12-2
Alternative Designations: X6CrNiMoTi17-12-2 (ISO) | 316Ti (AISI/SAE) | S31635 (UNS) | Z6NDT17.12 (AFNOR) | 320S17 (BS) | F.3535 (UNE) | 2350 (SIS) | X6CrNiMoTi1712 (UNI) | SUS316TI (JIS)
Stainless Steel 1.4571 contains a small amount of titanium (about 0.5%). It has good machinability but cannot be hardened by heat treatment.
Stainless Steel 316L / 1.4404 / X2CrNiMo17-12-2
Alternative Designations: X2CrNiMo17-12-2 (ISO) | 316L (AISI/SAE) | S31603 (UNS) | Z2CND17.12 (AFNOR) | 316S12 (BS) | 2343/2348/2553 (SIS) | X2CrNiMo1712 (UNI) | SUS316 (JIS)
The addition of molybdenum results in improved corrosion resistance with good stability against chloric and non oxidizing acid.
Stainless Steel 304 / 1.4301 / X5CrNi18.10
Alternative Designations: X5CrNi18.10 (ISO) | 304 (AISI/SAE) | S30400 (UNS) | Z6CN18.09 (AFNOR) | 304S15 (BS) | F.3551 (UNE) | 2332 (SIS) | X5CrNi1810 (UNI) | SUS304 (JIS)
Stainless steel 1.4301 is chromium-nickel austenitic stainless steel. The chromium element gives it excellent corrosion resistance.
Copper E-Cu57 / 2.0060 / E-Cu58 / 2.0065
Alternative Designations: E-Cu58Ms58
Copper 2.0065 has high electrical conductivity. Its good machinability makes it easy to shape into different forms.
Brass Ms58 / 2.0401 / CuZn39Pb3
Alternative Designations: CuZn39Pb3 (DIN) | EN 12164 (EN) | C38500 (ASTM) | C38500 (UNS) | C3603 (JIS) | 385 (CDA)
Brass 2.0401 has excellent hot formability and can easily be soldered or brazed. It has very good free-cutting.
Titan Grade 5 / 3.7164 / 3.7165 / Ti-6Al-4V
Alternative Designations: Titan Grade 5 | Ti6Al4V
Titanium 3.7164 has exceptional strength compared to pure titanium but retains the same stiffness and thermal properties.
Titan Grade 2 / 3.7035
Alternative Designations: Titan Grade 2
Titanium 3.7035 has excellent strength-to-weight ratio with good resistance to corrosion. Its thermal stresses are low.
PVDF / Polyvinylidene fluoride
Alternative Designations: Polyvinylidene fluoride
PVDF / polyvinylidene fluoride is a fluorine-based plastic. It has high tensile strength and can be drawn into thin fibers.
PEEK glass-filled
PEEK glass-filled material is a type of plastic that is reinforced with glass fibers. It is strong, stiff and resistant to heat and chemicals.
Polypropylene (PP)
Alternative Designations: Polypropylene homopolymer (PPHP)
PP (Polypropylene) has excellent resistance to moisture and chemicals, impressive impact strength and good elasticity.
Nylon 6 / PA 6
Alternative Designations: Polyamide 6 / Polycaprolactam
The fibers are tough but retain high tensile strength and elasticity. PA 6 is extremely resistant to wear and good electrical insulation.
UHMW PE / Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene
Alternative Designations: Ultra high molecular weight polyethylene
UHMW PE is extremely tough and has high resistance to abrasion and wear. It is corrosion resistant and self-lubricating.
PTFE / Teflon
Alternative Designations: Polytetrafluoroethylene
PTFE (Teflon) is a highly slippery material with excellent resistance to extreme temperatures. It has outstanding insulating properties.
POM / Delrin acetal
Alternative Designations: Acetal homopolymer
POM is an easy resin for molding. It has a relatively high tensile strength as well as high resistance to wear, creep and warp.
Acrylic
Alternative Designations: PMMA
Acrylic (PMMA) is the most common form of clear, moldable thermoplastic, often used in place of glass due to its higher resistance.
Industrial PEEK
Alternative Designations: Polyetheretherketone
PEEK is used in the production of components such as tubes, bearings, seals, valves, electric insulation and even medical implants.
PC (Polycarbonate)
PC – Polycarbonate is a naturally transparent plastic with high strength and durability on impact. It is shatter resistant and heat resistant.
ABS
Alternative Designations: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a thermoplastic material widely known for its high resistance to impact and toughness.
Standard Grey, ABS-like
This ABS-like grey material has a unique balance of strength and flexibility that make it incredibly practical for certain 3D printing applications.
Standard White, ABS-like
ABS-like material, or Standard White, is a type of engineering thermoplastic that is known for its toughness and high dimensional stability.
Standard Transparent, ABS-like
Standard Transparent, ABS-like material is a type of transparent plastic that looks and feels similar to ABS plastic.
Standard Heat resistant, PC-like
This material is a heat-resistant plastic that is similar to PC in terms of its properties and applications.
Standard ESD, ABS-like
This material is an electrically conductive plastic that is similar to ABS in terms of its properties and applications.
Standard Durable, PP-like / Pliable
This PP-like material can be used to develop parts for various industries, including packaging, aerospace, medical, and automotive.
Standard Black, ABS-like
Standard Black, ABS-like material is a specific type of ABS with improved printability with a glossy appearance.
Standard PEEK
Alternative Designations: Polyetheretherketone
Standard PEEK is a high-performance thermoplastic material that offers superior properties such as excellent thermal and chemical resistance.
Silica Glass
Alternative Designations: SiO2
Silica glass is an isotropic material commonly seen as the glassy form of quartz. It is tough, hard, and expands slowly.
Nylon 12 flame retardant / PA 2241 FR
Alternative Designations: Nylon PA2241 FR
This polyamide-12-based material contains a halogen flame retardant. It has excellent resistance to chemicals with long-term stability.
Nylon 12 (PA 12) glass-filled
Alternative Designations: PA12GB
This is a whitish polyamide 12 powder that is glass filled. Its stiffness is excellent and it has good elongation at break.
PA 12 Food Grade
Alternative Designations: Food Grade SLS
This material produces functional parts of the highest quality. It has a well-balanced property profile with excellent constant behaviour.
Alumide® / Nylon 12 (PA 12) filled with aluminium
This material is a metallic grey polyamide powder filled with aluminium. It has high stiffness and good post processing abilities.
Nylon 12 / PA 12 (SLS, MJF)
Alternative Designations: Polyamide 12
Nylon produces parts with long-term durability that is similar to that of standard plastic parts. Excellent stability for a long time.
PA 11 Food Grade
Alternative Designations: PA 11 Blue Food grade
This material produces parts with blue colour. It consists of a food compliant PA11 powder. It is often applied in the production of nozzles.
Nylon 12 full-colour / CB PA 12
This fibre composite material is made from the PA12 thermoplastic with approximately 35% carbon fibre about 0.15mm fibre length.
ABS M30
Alternative Designations: Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene M30
ABS M30 is a high impact resistant and tough material: it has a glass transition temperature of about 105°C.
Polypropylene (PP)
Alternative Designations: Polypropylene homopolymer (PPHP)
PP (Polypropylene) has excellent resistance to moisture and chemicals, impressive impact strength and good elasticity.
CE 221 (Cyanatester)
Alternative Designations: Cyanate ester
CE 221 has long-term thermal stability with glass transition temperature of about 225°C. It has a tensile strength of 92MPA.
UMA 90
Alternative Designations: Urethane Methacrylate
UMA 90 produces smooth surface finish with excellent mechanical properties. It has high stiffness and strength.
DPR 10
Alternative Designations: Digital Production Resin
DPR 10 offers high accuracy and quick printability, and its rigidity makes it suitable for models and dies.
EPX 82
Alternative Designations: Epoxy
EPX 82 has an excellent blend of toughness, stiffness, temperature resistance and high tensile strength of 82MPa.
FPU 50
Alternative Designations: Flexible Polyurethane
FPU 50 is robust and semi-rigid. It is suitable for applications that require toughness to withstand repetitive loading.
RPU 70
Alternative Designations: Rigid Polyurethane
RPU 70 is a stiff material with high strength. It has moderate resistance to heat with heat deflection temperature of 60°C.
Industrial White, ABS-like
Alternative Designations: Accura Xtreme White 200
Xtreme White 200 Polypropylene has high elongation at break, high impact strength with excellent toughness. It is stiff and durable.
Industrial Grey, ABS-like
Alternative Designations: Accura Xtreme Grey
Xtreme Grey Polypropylene has excellent toughness and is resistant to breakage. It is ideal for snap fits used in electronic products.
Industrial Transparent, ABS-like
Watershed XC is a low viscous material that produces parts that are strong, tough, water-resistant and most importantly, nearly colourless.
ULTEM 9085
ULTEM 9085 has a high strength – to – weight ratio, high impact strength with good heat resistance. It is highly flame retardant.
ULTEM 1010
Alternative Designations: Polyetherimide (PEI)
ULTEM 1010 has the highest heat resistance, chemical resistance and tensile strength compared to other FDM thermoplastics.
Industrial PEEK
Alternative Designations: Polyetheretherketone
PEEK is used in the production of components such as tubes, bearings, seals, valves, electric insulation and even medical implants.
PETG
Alternative Designations: Polyethylene terephthalate glycol
PETG has significant chemical resistance, durability and good formability. It has low forming temperatures making it popular in consumer applications.
PLA
Alternative Designations: Polyactic Acid
PLA is derived from renewable sources and is biodegradable. It can easily be melted and shaped without losing its mechanical properties.
PC (Polycarbonate)
PC – Polycarbonate is a naturally transparent plastic with high strength and durability on impact. It is shatter resistant and heat resistant.
Industrial Heat resistant, PC-like
Alternative Designations: Accura 48 / Heat resistant Polycarbonate
PC – Like Heat Resist Translucent is best suited for parts that require high strength and stiffness with high temperature resistance.
PC ISO (Polycarbonate ISO 10993 USP Class VI)
PC – ISO Polycarbonate has a tensile strength of 57MPa with a heat deflection temperature of 133°C. It is a strong, heat resistant material.
PC-ABS Polycarbonate
PC – ABS Polycarbonate blends the ease of processing of ABS with the high strength and mechanical properties of PC.
Nylon 12CF / PA 12 carbon-filled
The blend of Nylon 12 resin with chopped carbon fibre gives this material excellent structural properties.
Nylon 12 (PA 12) glass-filled
Compared to the Nylon PA12, this has enhanced compressive strength with improved heat distortion temperature.
Nylon 11 / PA 11
Alternative Designations: Polyamide 11
Nylon PA11 material is highly impact resistant with a shore hardness of 80. It is 100% biocompatible with up to 70% reusability.
ASA
Alternative Designations: Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate
ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate) is an amorphous thermoplastic with improved weather resistance. It is widely used in prototyping in 3D printing.
Industrial Black, ABS-Like
With a black appearance, ABS SL 7820 is rigid and tough. It allows for accurate and robust build with good surface finish and detail.
ABS
Alternative Designations: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a thermoplastic material widely known for its high resistance to impact and toughness.
ABS-ESD7
Alternative Designations: Electrostatic Dissipative ABS
ABS ESD7 is a durable thermoplastic with electrostatic-dissipative properties. It is widely applied in the manufacturing of jigs and fixtures for electronic components.
Nylon 12 / PA 12 (FDM)
Alternative Designations: Polyamide 12
Nylon PA 12 is one of the most popular 3D printing materials. It has good mechanical properties such as toughness and strength.
Flex TPU
Alternative Designations: Flex TPU/TPE-like
This material is a powder of a thermoplastic elastomer that is naturally coloured and rubber like. It produces fully functional parts.
TPU (Polyurethane)
Alternative Designations: Thermoplastic Polyurethane
Thermoplastic polyurethane blends the features of rubber and plastic into a soft material. TPU is semi-flexible in nature.
EPU 40
Alternative Designations: Elastic Polyurethane
EPU 40 is useful for ornaments and mechanical parts. It has high elastic behaviour under both tensile and compressive stress.
SIL 30
Alternative Designations: Silicone Urethane
SIL 30 is biocompatible as well as tear resistant. It provides comfortable skin contact. It is used in the printing of wearables.
Standard Flexible 80A, Silicone-like
Standard Flexible 80A is a silicone-like material that has been specifically formulated to meet the needs of 3D printing.
True Silicone
True silicone has a high resolution, an excellent surface finish, and is resistant to acids, bases and non-polar solvents.
Photopolymer, rigid
Alternative Designations: Rigid Opaque Material
Opaque materials are good material choices for light functional testing, patterns, and prototypes. This material gives brilliant colour.
Aluminium Al-Si10Mg
Alternative Designations: EN - 1706
Aluminium 1706 has excellent strength at elevated temperatures (about 200°C). It has good resistance to corrosion and can be polished easily.
Cobalt chrome / CoCr
Alternative Designations: CoCr | F - 75 (ASTM)
Cobalt Chrome is a high corrosion resistance alloy. The mechanical properties are excellent due to increased hardness and tensile strength.
Tool steel 1.2709 / MS1
Alternative Designations: 1.2709 (DIN/BS) | X3NiCoMoTi18-9-5 (ISO)
Tool Steel MS1 is a high wear resistant material with ultra-high strength and is easily machinable. It has enhanced ductility.
Stainless Steel 17-4PH / 1.4542 / X5CrNiCuNb16-4
Alternative Designations: X5CrNiCuNb16-4 (ISO) | 630 (AISI/SAE) | S17400 (UNS) | Z7 CNU 16-04 (AFNOR) | SUS630 (JIS)
Stainless Steel 17.4 is a chromium-nickel copper steel with high strength and excellent toughness. It has a tensile strength of 1070N/mm2.
Stainless Steel 316L / 1.4404 / X2CrNiMo17-12-2
Alternative Designations: X2CrNiMo17-12-2 (ISO) | 316L (AISI/SAE) | S31603 (UNS) | Z2CND17.12 (AFNOR) | 316S12 (BS) | 2343/2348/2553 (SIS) | X2CrNiMo1712 (UNI) | SUS316 (JIS)
The addition of molybdenum results in improved corrosion resistance with good stability against chloric and non oxidizing acid.
Inconel 718
Alternative Designations: Alloy 718
Inconel 718 a nickel-chromium based high strength super alloy. It is resistant to corrosion and extreme pressure.
Titan Grade 5 / 3.7164 / 3.7165 / Ti-6Al-4V
Alternative Designations: Titan Grade 5 | Ti6Al4V
Titanium 3.7164 has exceptional strength compared to pure titanium but retains the same stiffness and thermal properties.
Aluminium 5052 / 3.3523 / Al-Mg2.5
Alternative Designations: EN AW-5052 | Al-Mg2,5 (ISO) | AA5052 (ANSI/AA) | L80/L81 (BS) | A-G2,5C (AFNOR) | A-G2,5C (UNE) | A95052 (UNS) | A5052 (JIS) | GR20(57S) (CSA) | 4120 (SIS)
Aluminium 5052 / 3.3523 is a strong aluminium alloy with magnesium and has good corrosion resistance and good weldability.
Aluminium 5754 / 3.3535 / Al-Mg3
Alternative Designations: EN AW-5754 / AlMg3 | A-G3M (AFNOR) | AA5754 (AISI/AA) | A95754 (UNS) | 4130 (SIS) | L-3390 (UNE)
This material has very high mechanical properties when compared to other non-heat-treatable aluminium alloys.
Aluminium 7075 / 3.4365 / Al-Zn6MgCu
Alternative Designations: EN-AW7075 | Al-Zn6MgCu (ISO) | AA7075 (ANSI/AA) | 2L95 (BS) | A-Z5GU (AFNOR) | L-3710 (UNE) | A97075 (UNS) | A7075 (JIS) | ZG62 (CSA)
Aluminium 3.4365/EN-AW7075 has high strength (57MPa), toughness and excellent resistance to fatigue. It has very good machinability.
Aluminium 6061 / 3.3211 / Al-Mg1SiCu
Alternative Designations: EN-AW6061 | Al-Mg1SiCu (ISO) | AA6061 (ANSI/AA) | H20 (BS) | A-GSUC (AFNOR) | L-3420 (UNE) | A96061 (UNS) | A6061 (JIS) | GS11N (CSA)
Aluminium 3.3211/EN-AW6061 contains magnesium and silicon as its major alloying elements with trace amounts of copper.
Aluminium 6060 / 3.3206 / Al-MgSi
Alternative Designations: EN-AW6060 | Al-MgSi (ISO) | AA6060 (ANSI/AA) | H9 (BS) | AGS (AFNOR) | L-3442 (UNE) | A96060 (UNS) | 4140 (SIS)
Aluminium 3.3206/EN-AW6060 has good resistance to corrosion, good weldability and very suitable for cold forming.
Aluminium 6082 / 3.2315 / Al-Si1Mg
Alternative Designations: EN-AW6082 | Al-Si1Mg (ISO) | AA6082 (ANSI/AA) | H30 (BS) | A-SGM0,7 (AFNOR) | L-3453 (UNE) | A96082 (UNIS) | 4212 (SIS)
Typically formed by rolling and extrusion, Aluminium 3.2315 has medium strength with very good weldability and thermal conductivity.
Aluminium 5083 / 3.3547 / Al-Mg4.5Mn
Alternative Designations: EN AW-5083 | Al-Mg4,5Mn (ISO) | AA5083 (ANSI/AA) | N8 (BS) | A-G4,5MC (AFNOR) | L-3321 (UNE) | A95083 (UNS) | A5083 (JIS) | GM4I(D54S) (CSA) | 4140 (SIS)
Aluminium 3.3547 / EN AW-5083 is a rolled plate with moderate strength. It is widely used in the capital goods industry.
Steel 1.2379 / X153CrMo12 / SKD11, annealed
Alternative Designations: SKD11 (DIN) | D2 (AISI) | SKD11 (JIS)
The steel 1.2379 manufacturing material is an alloy with a combination of elements that gives the alloy its high strength and toughness.
Steel 1.0044 / S275JR
Alternative Designations: RSt42-2 (DIN) | SS400 (JIS) | E28-2 (AFNOR) | 43A (BS) | Fe430B (UNI) | AE255B (UNE) | A283D (AISI)
Steel 1.0044 is a popular manufacturing material for many industries, including construction, for its strength and durability.
Steel 1.0117 / S235J2 / S235J2G4, pickled and oiled
Alternative Designations: A36 (ASTM) | 10025-2 (EN) | G3106 (JIS)
Steel 1.0117 is a low carbon steel with good weldability and formability. It is often used in the automotive and construction industries.
Steel 1.0117 / S235J2 / S235J2G4
Alternative Designations: A36 (ASTM) | 10025-2 (EN) | G3106 (JIS)
S235J2 / 1.0117 is a European standard steel manufactured intended for use in construction and general engineering applications.
Steel 1.0330 / DC01
Alternative Designations: 10130 (EN) | A1008 (ASTM) | G3141 (JIS) | 3574 (ISO)
Steel 1.0330 is a non-alloy cold-rolled steel, often used in the automotive industry and for making electronic components.
Steel 1.1191 / XC48H1 / C45E
Alternative Designations: 1045 (AISI) | Ck45 (DIN) | S45C (JIS) | XC45 (AFNOR) | 080M46 (BS)
Steel 1.1191 has a higher than average hardenability and is suitable for applications requiring moderate wear resistance.
Steel 1.2510 / 100MnCrW4 / SKS3, annealed
Alternative Designations: O1 (AISI) | SKS3 (JIS)
Steel 100mncrw4 is a high-carbon steel that is often used in the manufacturing of blades and other cutting tools.
Steel 1.7218 / 25CrMo4
Alternative Designations: SCM420 (JIS) | SAE4130 (AISI) | 25CD4 (AFNOR) | 708A25 (BS) | 25CrMo4 (UNI)
25CrMo4 is a grade of steel specifically designed for the use of components and parts subject to high levels of stress.
Steel 1.0570 / S355J2G3
Alternative Designations: St52-3; S355J2G3 (ISO) | 1024 (AISI/SAE) | G10240 (UNS) | E36-3 (AFNOR) | 50D (BS) | AE355D (UNE) | 2135-01 (SIS) | Fe510 (UNI) | SM490 (JIS)
Compared to other carbon steels, Steel 1.0570 has high electrical conductivity but low thermal conductivity and low ductility.
Steel 1.0503 / C45
Alternative Designations: C45 (ISO) | 1045 (AISI/SAE) | G10450 (UNS) | AF65C45/C45 (AFNOR) | 080M46/50HS (BS) | C45K (UNE) | 1650 (SIS) | C45 (UNI) | S45C (JIS)
Steel 1.0503 (C45) has low thermal conductivity and low ductility among wrought carbon steels. It has a high tensile strength of 630MPa.
Steel 1.7225 / 42CrMo4
Alternative Designations: 42CrMo4 (ISO/UNE/UNI) | 4140 (AISI/SAE) | 42CD4 (AFNOR) | 708M40 (BS) | 2244 (SIS) | SCM440(H) (JIS)
Steel 1.7225 has high strength, toughness, good hardenability and resistance to impact. It is widely used in the construction of machines
Steel 1.0038 / S235JR
Alternative Designations: EN 10025 | S235JR | A283 (AISI/AA) | A 33 (AFNOR) | SN490B;C (JIS) | A310-0 (UNE)
Steel 1.0038 can be formed into many products. Its excellent weldability makes it to be widely used in bridges, transmission towers etc.
Stainless Steel 316L / 1.4404 / X2CrNiMo17-12-2
Alternative Designations: X2CrNiMo17-12-2 (ISO) | 316L (AISI/SAE) | S31603 (UNS) | Z2CND17.12 (AFNOR) | 316S12 (BS) | 2343/2348/2553 (SIS) | X2CrNiMo1712 (UNI) | SUS316 (JIS)
The addition of molybdenum results in improved corrosion resistance with good stability against chloric and non oxidizing acid.
Stainless Steel 304 / 1.4301 / X5CrNi18.10
Alternative Designations: X5CrNi18.10 (ISO) | 304 (AISI/SAE) | S30400 (UNS) | Z6CN18.09 (AFNOR) | 304S15 (BS) | F.3551 (UNE) | 2332 (SIS) | X5CrNi1810 (UNI) | SUS304 (JIS)
Stainless steel 1.4301 is chromium-nickel austenitic stainless steel. The chromium element gives it excellent corrosion resistance.
PSU
Alternative Designations: Polysulfone
PSU (Polysulfone) is a transparent material. It is tough and rigid with good thermal stability and resistance to chemicals.
PPS
Alternative Designations: Polyphenylene Sulphide
PPS has excellent strength of 80MPa and is highly rigid. It is resistant to high temperature, UV light, chemicals and creep.
PPE-PS
Alternative Designations: Polyphenylene ether – Polystyrene
PPE – PS is a blend of polyphenylene ether and polystyrene. It is highly ductile and exhibits good resistance to impact.
Polystyrene (PS)
Alternative Designations: Polystyrene
PS (Polystyrene) is a transparent, amorphous thermoplastic. It is hard, brittle, rigid and resistant to gamma radiation.
Polypropylene (PP)
Alternative Designations: Polypropylene homopolymer (PPHP)
PP (Polypropylene) has excellent resistance to moisture and chemicals, impressive impact strength and good elasticity.
Polyethylene (PE)
PE (Polyethylene) has good strength ratio. It is resistant to chemicals, impermeable and exhibits good electrical insulation properties.
PET
Alternative Designations: Polyethylene terephthalate
PET has a melting point of about 270°C; hence, molding is done at a high temperature. It is a hard material with low moisture absorption.
PEI (Ultem)
Alternative Designations: PolyEtherImide
With a strong environmental resistance, PEI is highly stiff and stable. It is rigid and retains its strength at high temperatures.
PC-PBT
Alternative Designations: Polycarbonate-Polybutylene Terephthalate
PC – PBT has high toughness, dimensional stability and good resistance to heat and chemicals. It has good impact resistance and stiffness.
PBT
Alternative Designations: Polybutylene terephthalate / Arnite
PBT has excellent resistance to abrasion and creep. It has a low coefficient of friction and a low moisture absorption.
Nylon 66 / Nylon 6/6
Alternative Designations: Polyamide 6/6 | PA 66
PA 6/6 is the most common variant of nylon used for engineering applications. It has a high melting temperature.
Nylon 6 / PA 6
Alternative Designations: Polyamide 6 / Polycaprolactam
The fibers are tough but retain high tensile strength and elasticity. PA 6 is extremely resistant to wear and good electrical insulation.
LDPE
Alternative Designations: Low Density Polyethylene
LDPE is the most flexible member of the polyethylene family. It offers good resistance to stress and pliability with good strength.
HDPE
Alternative Designations: High Density Polyethylene
HDPE is light in weight with high strength. It is resistant to chemicals and heat, impermeable and has good electrical insulation.
POM / Delrin acetal
Alternative Designations: Acetal homopolymer
POM is an easy resin for molding. It has a relatively high tensile strength as well as high resistance to wear, creep and warp.
Acrylic
Alternative Designations: PMMA
Acrylic (PMMA) is the most common form of clear, moldable thermoplastic, often used in place of glass due to its higher resistance.
Industrial PEEK
Alternative Designations: Polyetheretherketone
PEEK is used in the production of components such as tubes, bearings, seals, valves, electric insulation and even medical implants.
PLA
Alternative Designations: Polyactic Acid
PLA is derived from renewable sources and is biodegradable. It can easily be melted and shaped without losing its mechanical properties.
PC (Polycarbonate)
PC – Polycarbonate is a naturally transparent plastic with high strength and durability on impact. It is shatter resistant and heat resistant.
PC-ABS Polycarbonate
PC – ABS Polycarbonate blends the ease of processing of ABS with the high strength and mechanical properties of PC.
ABS
Alternative Designations: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a thermoplastic material widely known for its high resistance to impact and toughness.
TPV (rubber)
Alternative Designations: Thermoplastic vulcanizate
TPV is a synthetic rubber material often used in the automotive and construction industries and known for its high strength and durability.
TPE (Elastomer)
Alternative Designations: Thermoplastic Elastomer
TPE (Elastomer) exhibits excellent resistance to flexural fatigue. It has high impact strength and excellent chemical resistance.
PVC
Alternative Designations: Polyvinyl chloride
PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) is the third most synthesized thermoplastic material. It is resistant to weathering, chemicals, corrosion and shock.
Aluminium 46100 / ADC12 / A383 / Al-Si11Cu3
Alternative Designations: AlSi11Cu3 | AC-46100 (EN) | A383.0 (ANSI/AA)
The ADC12 aluminium is more often used as an alternative for the A380 aluminium for parts that are highly intricate.
Aluminium 46500 / A380 / Al-Si8Cu3
Alternative Designations: AlSi8Cu3 | EN AC-46500 (EN) | A-S9U3A-Y4 (AFNOR) | A13800 (UNS)
The A380 Aluminium gives an excellent combination of machinability, heat transfer and easy casting together with other properties.
Zamak 7
Alternative Designations: ZnAl4Ni | AG40B (ASTM) | Z33523 (UNS)
Zamak 7 has higher fluidity than the rest of the Zamak family alloys which makes it ideal for special hardware components.
Zamak 5
Alternative Designations: ZnAl4Cu1 | ZP0410 (EN) | AC41A (ASTM) | ZDC1 (JIS) | Z35531 (UNS)
The higher copper content gives Zamak 5 an improved strength but is less ductile than Zamak 3.
Zamak 4
Zamak 4 brings an improvement to the mould sticking problems faced with Zamak 3.
Zamak 2
Alternative Designations: ZnAl4Cu3 | ZP0430 (EN) | AC43A (ASTM) | Z35541 (UNS)
Compared to the other members of the Zamak family of metals, Zamak 2 is the highest in terms of tensile strength, hardness and creep resistance.
Zamak 3
Alternative Designations: ZnAl4 | ZP0400 (EN) | AG40A (ASTM) | ZDC2 (JIS) | Z33520 (UNS)
Zamak 3 is the most commonly used in the Zamak family. It blends its physical and mechanical properties excellently.
PX118, ABS-like
PX 118 is an ABS-like material widely used in vacuum casting prototyping. It offers ease of use for a variety of applications.
X522HT, PMMA / Acrylic-like
UP5690, PP-like
It is a vacuum-casting polyurethane resin and is generally used to produce parts having properties similar to PP and HDPE.
PU8570, PP-like
Alternative Designations: Hei-Cast 8570
The PP (PU8570) material is extensively used by manufacturers to vacuum cast interior and exterior components of the automobile.
8550, PP-like
Alternative Designations: Hei-Cast 8550
PP (8550) is developed with the mixing of Polyol and Isocyanate at the ratio of 1:2. It is commonly used to manufacture PP or PE products.
UPX5210, PMMA / Acrylic-like
Acrylic (UPX5210) is an anti-UV transparent urethane resin and is mainly used for casting in silicone moulds.
PX5210HT, PMMA / Acrylic-like
The material has a viscosity of 500 – 650 MPa and is resistant to heat up to 105-degree celsius and is used to produce vacuum cast parts.
PX223HT, PC-ABS-like
It is a type of urethane material for vacuum casting applications. It comes in black colour and does not possess any colourability.
UP6160, PC-like
The material has good reproduction accuracy and is mainly used to manufacture parts with high thermal resistance ability.
PX510, PC-like
Some of the most common applications of PC (PX510) are vacuum-casted parts such as prototypes, models, figurines and other toys.
PU8098, PC-like
Alternative Designations: Hei-Cast 8098
It is a polyurethane resin developed with the combination of Polyol (A) and Isocyanate (B). The material has an impact strength of 10 KJ/m2.
UP4280, ABS-like
The ABS (UP4280) material can be vacuum cast in the silicone mould to manufacture high-end prototypes and mock-ups.
PX215, ABS-like
The material is a combination of unreinforced polycarbonates and ABS. It is used by manufacturers to produce impact-resistant products.
PX100, ABS-like
ABS PX100 is a tough, durable and impact-resistant material that is often used in the manufacturing of prototypes.
PU8263, ABS-like
Alternative Designations: Hei-Cast 8263
ABS PU8263 is a high-strength, heat-resistant and wear-resistant material. It is generally used for vacuum casting of high-strength parts.
PU8260, ABS-like
Alternative Designations: He-Cast 8260
It is a polyurethane elastomer with good abrasion resistance and tear strength. It also has low compression set and good hydrolytic stability.
PU8150, ABS-like
Alternative Designations: Hei-Cast 8150
ABS PU8150 material is a type of polyurethane that is often used in the manufacturing of products such as prototypes, hoses, and gaskets.
T0387, Rubber Transparent
Alternative Designations: Hei-Cast T0387
Rubber (T0387) is a transparent 3-component polyurethane elastomer designed for vacuum casting applications.
UPX8400, Rubber-like
Alternative Designations: Hei-Cast 8400
The material is a 3-components based polyurethane product developed for vacuum casting applications. It offers high elongation at break.