The Latest in Advanced Metals Prototyping & Production for Digital Manufacturing
Our in-house metal material sourcing capabilities enable us to deliver the right combination of cost and performance. We’ll work together to offer a range of metal materials for digital manufacturing that meet your specific needs for both prototyping and production applications, including the latest in Markforged 3D printing technologies.
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING METALS
| Material | Process | Description | Ideal for | Finishes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A2Tool Steel | Markforged Metal X Binder Jetting DED PBF | Applications that require high-resistance to wear and abrasion, excellent toughness, wear resistance, and machinability | Blanking dies, forming dies, and gauges | Machining, heat treatment, polishing surface coating, shot peening |
| Aluminum (6061-RAM2) | DED, Binder Jetting, Powder Bead Fusion | High strength-to-weight ratio, good corrosion resistance, weldability, good thermal conductivity | Medical devices for its biocompatibility, tooling and fixtures for high-temp applications, non-corrosive | Anodizing, powder coating, polishing, painting machining |
| Aluminum (AlSi10Mg) | DMLS SLM Binder Jetting | Additive metal alloy known for its high strength-to-weight ratio for strong, lightweight parts and corrosion resistance | Aerospace, automotive and industrial manufacturing applications - complex geometries with intricate features | Machining for smooth, precise finishes, anodizing, powder coating |
| Aluminum (AlSi12) | Binder Jetting DED | Additive metal alloy known for its high strength-to-weight ratio and thermal and electrical conductivity | Pump and valve components, electrical connectors, wheel transmission cases | Anodizing, painting, plating, powder coating, polishing |
| Cobalt Chrome | DMLS EBM | High-strength, wear-resistant alloy, excellent corrosion resistance, biocompability, and can be easily welded or brazed | Aerospace, medical, and dental applications | Sandblasting, polishing, electroplating |
| Inconel 625 | DMLS EBM Metal X | Family of nickel-based alloys that are highly resistant to corrosion, high-temperatures, and mechanical stress | Aerospace, chemical processing, and nuclear applications | Electropolishing, abrasive blasting, passivation |
Not sure what you’re looking for? Start your quote to talk with an UPTIVE materials expert. You can also view a full list of material spec sheets here.
CNC METAL MATERIALS
| Material | Process | Description | Ideal for | Finishes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum AL6061-T6 | CNC Machining | Lightweight and strong material that is known for its good corrosion resistance and excellent machinability | Aerospace components, automotive parts, and consumer goods | Electroplating, anodizing, or powder coating, for improved corrosion resistance, durability, and appearance. Materials can be polished, textured, or sandblasted to achieve desired surface finish |
| Aluminum Tooling | CNC Machining | Ideal for low-volume and high-volume production runs, prototype development, and quick-turn projects due to its excellent thermal conductivity and low-cost | Low-volume and high-volume production runs, prototype development, and quick-turn projects | Smooth or textured surface finish, and can be post-processed with various coatings or anodizing for improved appearance and durability |
| Copper Alloy | CNC Machining | Non-ferrous material that is known for its high electrical and thermal conductitivty | Electrical connectors, heat sinks, and plumbing fittings | Electroplating, anodizing, or powder coating, for improved corrosion resistance, durability, and appearance. Materials can be polished, textured, or sandblasted to achieve desired surface finish |
| DME Steel Tooling | CNC Machining | Versatile and commonly used steel material for injection tooling due to its high wear resistance, good machinability, and availability in various sizes | Medium to high-volume production runs | Smooth or textured surface finish, and can be post-processed with various coatings, plating, or painting for corrosion resistance and improved aesthetics |
| H-13 and S-7 Steel Tooling | CNC Machining | High-performance steel materials known for excellent thermal conductivity, toughness, and resistance to wear and heat | High-volume production runs and demanding applications such as automotive and aerospace components | Smooth or textured surface finish, and can be post-processed with polishing, texturing, or coatings for improved appearance and functionality |
| NAK 80 Steel Tooling | CNC Machining | High-performance steel material that is known for its excellent dimensional stability, high polishability, and resistance to wear and corrosion | Complex injection molding applications such as medical and optical components | High-gloss, mirror-like finish, and can be post-processed with polishing or texturing for improved appearance and functionality |
| NAK 80 | CNC Machining | High-performance ateel material known for its excellent dimensional stability and resistance to wear and corrosion | High-precision molds, injection molding tools, and industrial components | Electroplating, anodizing, or powder coating, for improved corrosion resistance, durability, and appearance |
| P-20 Steel Tooling | CNC Machning | High-quality, pre-hardened steel material that is known for its good machinability and durability | Medium to high-volume production runs such as automotive and consumer goods applications | Smooth or textured surface finish, and can be post-processed with various coatings or polishing for improved appearance and durability |
| SKD11 Steel | CNC Machining | High-carbon and high-chromium steel material that is known for its high hardness, wear resistance, and toughness | Stamping dies, cutting tools, and machine components | Electroplating, anodizing, or powder coating, for improved corrosion resistance, durability, and appearance. Materials can be polished, textured, or sandblasted to achieve desired surface finish |
Not sure what you’re looking for? Start your quote to talk with an UPTIVE materials expert. You can also view a full list of material spec sheets here.
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