Materials

Aluminium 3.4365/EN-AW7075 has high strength (57MPa), toughness and excellent resistance to fatigue. It has very good machinability.

Aluminium 3.3211/EN-AW6061 contains magnesium and silicon as its major alloying elements with trace amounts of copper.

Aluminium 3.3206/EN-AW6060 has good resistance to corrosion, good weldability and very suitable for cold forming.

Typically formed by rolling and extrusion, Aluminium 3.2315 has medium strength with very good weldability and thermal conductivity.

Aluminium 3.3547 / EN AW-5083 is a rolled plate with moderate strength. It is widely used in the capital goods industry.

Aluminium 3.1645 is a short chipped aluminum alloy containing between 4.0 – 5.0% copper. It is very suitable for high machining speeds.

Compared to other carbon steels, Steel 1.0570 has high electrical conductivity but low thermal conductivity and low ductility.

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 has high strength, toughness, good hardenability and resistance to impact. It is widely used in the construction of machines

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 1.7131 has high surface hardness and wear resistance with good machinability. It is ideal for machine components.

Stainless Steel 1.4571 contains a small amount of titanium (about 0.5%). It has good machinability but cannot be hardened by heat treatment.

The addition of molybdenum results in improved corrosion resistance with good stability against chloric and non oxidizing acid.

Stainless steel 1.4301 is chromium-nickel austenitic stainless steel. The chromium element gives it excellent corrosion resistance.

Copper 2.0065 has high electrical conductivity. Its good machinability makes it easy to shape into different forms.

Copper 2.0060 has high conductivity and high corrosion resistance. It has a tensile strength of 360MPa. It has excellent machinability.

Brass 2.0401 has excellent hot formability and can easily be soldered or brazed. It has very good free-cutting.

Titanium 3.7164 has exceptional strength compared to pure titanium but retains the same stiffness and thermal properties.

Titanium 3.7035 has excellent strength-to-weight ratio with good resistance to corrosion. Its thermal stresses are low.

UHMW PE is extremely tough and has high resistance to abrasion and wear. It is corrosion resistant and self-lubricating.

PTFE (Teflon) is a highly slippery material with excellent resistance to extreme temperatures. It has outstanding insulating properties.

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 (PMMA) is the most common form of clear, moldable thermoplastic, often used in place of glass due to its higher resistance.

PEEK is used in the production of components such as tubes, bearings, seals, valves, electric insulation and even medical implants.

PC – Polycarbonate is a naturally transparent plastic with high strength and durability on impact. It is shatter resistant and heat resistant.

ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a thermoplastic material widely known for its high resistance to impact and toughness.

ABS M30 is a high impact resistant and tough material: it has a glass transition temperature of about 105°C.

PP (Polypropylene) has excellent resistance to moisture and chemicals, impressive impact strength and good elasticity.

CE 221 has long-term thermal stability with glass transition temperature of about 225°C. It has a tensile strength of 92MPA.

UMA 90 produces smooth surface finish with excellent mechanical properties. It has high stiffness and strength.

DPR 10 offers high accuracy and quick printability, and its rigidity makes it suitable for models and dies.

EPX 82 has an excellent blend of toughness, stiffness, temperature resistance and high tensile strength of 82MPa.

FPU 50 is robust and semi-rigid. It is suitable for applications that require toughness to withstand repetitive loading.

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 has high elongation at break, high impact strength with excellent toughness. It is stiff and durable.

Xtreme Grey Polypropylene has excellent toughness and is resistant to breakage. It is ideal for snap fits used in electronic products.

Watershed XC is a low viscous material that produces parts that are strong, tough, water-resistant and most importantly, nearly colourless.

ULTEM 9085 has a high strength – to – weight ratio, high impact strength with good heat resistance. It is highly flame retardant.

ULTEM 1010 has the highest heat resistance, chemical resistance and tensile strength compared to other FDM thermoplastics.

PEEK is used in the production of components such as tubes, bearings, seals, valves, electric insulation and even medical implants.

PETG has significant chemical resistance, durability and good formability. It has low forming temperatures making it popular in consumer applications.

PLA is derived from renewable sources and is biodegradable. It can easily be melted and shaped without losing its mechanical properties.

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 is best suited for parts that require high strength and stiffness with high temperature resistance.

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 blends the ease of processing of ABS with the high strength and mechanical properties of PC.

The blend of Nylon 12 resin with chopped carbon fibre gives this material excellent structural properties.

Compared to the Nylon PA12, this has enhanced compressive strength with improved heat distortion temperature.

Nylon PA11 material is highly impact resistant with a shore hardness of 80. It is 100% biocompatible with up to 70% reusability.

ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate) is an amorphous thermoplastic with improved weather resistance. It is widely used in prototyping in 3D printing.

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 (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a thermoplastic material widely known for its high resistance to impact and toughness.

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 is one of the most popular 3D printing materials. It has good mechanical properties such as toughness and strength.

Estane 3D TPU M95A has easy and quick printability. It is used in manufacturing projects that require both rubber and plastic properties.

EPU 40 is useful for ornaments and mechanical parts. It has high elastic behaviour under both tensile and compressive stress.

SIL 30 is biocompatible as well as tear resistant. It provides comfortable skin contact. It is used in the printing of wearables.

True silicone has a high resolution, an excellent surface finish, and is resistant to acids, bases and non-polar solvents.

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 is a chromium-nickel copper steel with high strength and excellent toughness. It has a tensile strength of 1070N/mm2.

Aluminium 1706 has excellent strength at elevated temperatures (about 200°C). It has good resistance to corrosion and can be polished easily.

The addition of molybdenum results in improved corrosion resistance with good stability against chloric and non oxidizing acid.

Inconel 718 a nickel-chromium based high strength super alloy. It is resistant to corrosion and extreme pressure.

Opaque materials are good material choices for light functional testing, patterns, prototypes and models.

Typically formed by rolling and extrusion, Aluminium 3.2315 has medium strength with very good weldability and thermal conductivity.

Aluminium 3.3547 / EN AW-5083 is a rolled plate with moderate strength. It is widely used in the capital goods industry.

Compared to other carbon steels, Steel 1.0570 has high electrical conductivity but low thermal conductivity and low ductility.

Steel 1.0038 can be formed into many products. Its excellent weldability makes it to be widely used in bridges, transmission towers etc.

The addition of molybdenum results in improved corrosion resistance with good stability against chloric and non oxidizing acid.

Stainless steel 1.4301 is chromium-nickel austenitic stainless steel. The chromium element gives it excellent corrosion resistance.

PSU (Polysulfone) is a transparent material. It is tough and rigid with good thermal stability and resistance to chemicals.

PPS has excellent strength of 80MPa and is highly rigid. It is resistant to high temperature, UV light, chemicals and creep.

PPE – PS is a blend of polyphenylene ether and polystyrene. It is highly ductile and exhibits good resistance to impact.

PS (Polystyrene) is a transparent, amorphous thermoplastic. It is hard, brittle, rigid and resistant to gamma radiation.

PP (Polypropylene) has excellent resistance to moisture and chemicals, impressive impact strength and good elasticity.

PE (Polyethylene) has good strength ratio. It is resistant to chemicals, impermeable and exhibits good electrical insulation properties.

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.

With a strong environmental resistance, PEI is highly stiff and stable. It is rigid and retains its strength at high temperatures.

PC – PBT has high toughness, dimensional stability and good resistance to heat and chemicals. It has good impact resistance and stiffness.

PBT has excellent resistance to abrasion and creep. It has a low coefficient of friction and a low moisture absorption.

PA 6/6 is the most common variant of nylon used for engineering applications. It has a high melting temperature.

The fibers are tough but retain high tensile strength and elasticity. PA 6 is extremely resistant to wear and good electrical insulation.

LDPE is the most flexible member of the polyethylene family. It offers good resistance to stress and pliability with good strength.

HDPE is light in weight with high strength. It is resistant to chemicals and heat, impermeable and has good electrical insulation.

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 (PMMA) is the most common form of clear, moldable thermoplastic, often used in place of glass due to its higher resistance.

PEEK is used in the production of components such as tubes, bearings, seals, valves, electric insulation and even medical implants.

PLA is derived from renewable sources and is biodegradable. It can easily be melted and shaped without losing its mechanical properties.

PC – Polycarbonate is a naturally transparent plastic with high strength and durability on impact. It is shatter resistant and heat resistant.

PC – ABS Polycarbonate blends the ease of processing of ABS with the high strength and mechanical properties of PC.

ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate) is an amorphous thermoplastic with improved weather resistance. It is widely used in prototyping in 3D printing.

ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a thermoplastic material widely known for its high resistance to impact and toughness.

TPE (Elastomer) exhibits excellent resistance to flexural fatigue. It has high impact strength and excellent chemical resistance.

PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) is the third most synthesized thermoplastic material. It is resistant to weathering, chemicals, corrosion and shock.