Materials
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Aluminium 3.4365
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 3.3211
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 3.3206
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 3.2315
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 3.1645
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 1.0570
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
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
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
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
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 1.4571
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 1.4404
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 1.4301
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 2.0065
Alternative Designations: E-Cu58Ms58
Copper 2.0065 has high electrical conductivity. Its good machinability makes it easy to shape into different forms.
Copper 2.0060
Alternative Designations: Cu-ETP
Copper 2.0060 has high conductivity and high corrosion resistance. It has a tensile strength of 360MPa. It has excellent machinability.
Brass 2.0401
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.
Titanium 3.7164
Alternative Designations: Titan Grade 5 | Ti6Al4V
Titanium 3.7164 has exceptional strength compared to pure titanium but retains the same stiffness and thermal properties.
Titanium 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.
UHMW PE
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
Alternative Designations: Teflon
PTFE (Teflon) is a highly slippery material with excellent resistance to extreme temperatures. It has outstanding insulating properties.
POM
Alternative Designations: Delrin, Acetal
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.
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
Alternative Designations: 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.
Silica Glass
Alternative Designations: Si02
Silica glass is an isotropic material commonly seen as the glassy form of quartz. It is tough, hard, and expands slowly.
Nylon PA2241 Flame Retardant (SLS)
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 PA 12 Glass-Filled (SLS)
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.
Nylon PA 12 Food Grade Whitish
Alternative Designations: Food Grade SLS PA12 Whitish
This material produces functional parts of the highest quality. It has a well-balanced property profile with excellent constant behaviour.
Nylon PA12 Alumide Grey
This material is a metallic grey polyamide powder filled with aluminium. It has high stiffness and good post processing abilities.
Nylon 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.
Nylon PA 11 Food Grade
Alternative Designations: PA11 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.
Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polyamide 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.
PP
Alternative Designations: Polypropylene
PP (Polypropylene) has excellent resistance to moisture and chemicals, impressive impact strength and good elasticity.
CE 221
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.
Xtreme White 200 Polypropylene
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.
Xtreme Grey Polypropylene
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.
Watershed XC 11122 ABS/PBT – 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
ULTEM 1010 has the highest heat resistance, chemical resistance and tensile strength compared to other FDM thermoplastics.
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
Alternative Designations: Polycarbonate
PC – Polycarbonate is a naturally transparent plastic with high strength and durability on impact. It is shatter resistant and heat resistant.
PC – Like Heat Resist Translucent
Alternative Designations: Accura 48
PC – Like Heat Resist Translucent is best suited for parts that require high strength and stiffness with high temperature resistance.
PC – ISO Polycarbonate
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
Alternative Designations: PC – ABS Polycarbonate
PC – ABS Polycarbonate blends the ease of processing of ABS with the high strength and mechanical properties of PC.
Nylon PA 12 Carbon-Filled
The blend of Nylon 12 resin with chopped carbon fibre gives this material excellent structural properties.
Nylon PA 12 Glass-Filled (MJF)
Compared to the Nylon PA12, this has enhanced compressive strength with improved heat distortion temperature.
Nylon PA 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.
ABS SL 7820
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
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 PA 12 (FDM)
Alternative Designations: Nylon 12 | Polyamide 12
Nylon PA 12 is one of the most popular 3D printing materials. It has good mechanical properties such as toughness and strength.
SLS 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
SIL 30 is biocompatible as well as tear resistant. It provides comfortable skin contact. It is used in the printing of wearables.
True Silicone
True silicone has a high resolution, an excellent surface finish, and is resistant to acids, bases and non-polar solvents.
Cobalt Chrome
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 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 17.4
Alternative Designations: 1 .4542 (EN) | S17400 (UNS) | 630 (SAE) | 4542-174 -00-1 (ISO)
Stainless Steel 17.4 is a chromium-nickel copper steel with high strength and excellent toughness. It has a tensile strength of 1070N/mm2.
Inconel 718
Inconel 718 a nickel-chromium based high strength super alloy. It is resistant to corrosion and extreme pressure.
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.
Titanium 3.7164
Alternative Designations: Titan Grade 5 | Ti6Al4V
Titanium 3.7164 has exceptional strength compared to pure titanium but retains the same stiffness and thermal properties.
Stainless Steel 1.4404
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.
Rigid Photopolymer
Alternative Designations: Rigid Opaque Material
Opaque materials are good material choices for light functional testing, patterns, and prototypes. This material gives brilliant colour.
Aluminum 3.3535
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 3.2315
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 3.3547
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 1.0570
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 1.0038
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 1.4404
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 1.4301
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.
PS
Alternative Designations: Polystyrene
PS (Polystyrene) is a transparent, amorphous thermoplastic. It is hard, brittle, rigid and resistant to gamma radiation.
PP
Alternative Designations: Polypropylene
PP (Polypropylene) has excellent resistance to moisture and chemicals, impressive impact strength and good elasticity.
PE
Alternative Designations: Polyethylene
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
Alternative Designations: Ultem
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
PBT has excellent resistance to abrasion and creep. It has a low coefficient of friction and a low moisture absorption.
Nylon PA 6/6
Alternative Designations: Polyamide 6/6 | Nylon 6/6
PA 6/6 is the most common variant of nylon used for engineering applications. It has a high melting temperature.
Nylon PA 6
Alternative Designations: Polyamide 6 | Nylon 6
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
Alternative Designations: Delrin, Acetal
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.
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
Alternative Designations: Polycarbonate
PC – Polycarbonate is a naturally transparent plastic with high strength and durability on impact. It is shatter resistant and heat resistant.
PC – ABS
Alternative Designations: PC – ABS Polycarbonate
PC – ABS Polycarbonate blends the ease of processing of ABS with the high strength and mechanical properties of PC.
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.
ABS
Alternative Designations: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a thermoplastic material widely known for its high resistance to impact and toughness.
TPE
Alternative Designations: 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 ADC12
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 A380
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.
