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Materials for SLM

SLM 3D printing commonly uses metal powders, such as titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum, to produce functional and high-strength metal parts with complex designs that are difficult or impossible to produce with traditional manufacturing techniques.

Materials for SLM
Titanium Alloy

Titanium Alloy Ti₆Al₄V is a common material widely used by engineers and manufacturers. Ti64 shows excellent performance in tensile strength and toughness. It is light in weight, has extraordinary corrosion resistance, and can withstand extreme temperatures. Titanium Alloy Ti₆Al₄V can produce highly precise parts, thin walls, sturdy structural parts, and complex components for almost every type of application.


Please check the mechanical properties chart of SLM Ti64.


ParameterMethodResult
HardnessISO 6597-1:03-2006340 HV
DensityWGE-Prod-067EN4.39 g/cm³
Relative Density
WGE-Prod-067EN99.5%
Tensile strengthDIN EN ISO 6892-1:2009980 MPa
Elongation at BreakDIN EN ISO 6892-1:200914%
Yield strengthDIN EN ISO 6892-1:2009900 MPa
Elastic modulusDIN EN ISO 6892-1:2009110 GPa
Roughness RaISO 4287 / AITM 1-0007020 µm

Roughness Rz

ISO 4287 / AITM 1-0007080 µm
Color
Metallic



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Material Data Sheet of Titanium Alloy Ti₆Al₄V




Stainless Steel SS316L

Stainless Steel SS316L is one of the most popular metal materials with significant material properties. 316L stainless steel is ideal for high corrosion and high-temperature applications, even for specialized applications such as pharmaceutical and photography equipment, because it can withstand welding and corrosive chemicals. While 316L has been used with traditional manufacturing techniques such as CNC machining for years, it is still a newly matured 3D Printing material. 3D Printing unleashed the possibility of topology optimization by its ability to print hollow structurals, complex components, and lattice struct, even with a metal material. The post-processing procedures can be complicated and require trained specialists, so please make sure you are handling your project with professionals such as 3DSPRO.


Please check the mechanical properties chart of SLM Stainless Steel SS316L.


ParameterMethodResult
HardnessISO 6597-1:03-2006200 HV
DensityWGE-Prod-067EN7.95 g/cm³
Relative Density
WGE-Prod-067EN99.50%
Tensile strengthDIN EN ISO 6892-1:2009530 MPa
Elongation at BreakDIN EN ISO 6892-1:200950%
Yield strengthDIN EN ISO 6892-1:2009340 MPa
Elastic modulusDIN EN ISO 6892-1:2009180 GPa
Roughness RaISO 4287 / AITM 1-0007015 µm

Roughness Rz

ISO 4287 / AITM 1-0007070 µm
Color
Metallic



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Material Data Sheet of Stainless Steel 316L




Aluminum AlSi10Mg

Aluminum AlSi10Mg is a fine powdered metal material used for SLM 3D printing technology. AlSi10Mg is the go-to choice for most common applications because it is lightweight yet strong. It is a metal material, so parts printed with AlSi10Mg can easily handle weight load and extreme temperature. It is also relatively more cost-effective compared to other specialized metal materials. 3DSPRO found many industries are using AlSi10Mg, such as automotive, robotics, architecture, and design. However, using metal 3D Printing technologies, such as SLM, can be very costly in terms of time and money because most 3D Printed AlSi10Mg Parts require a series of post-processing: wire cutting, sandblasting, annealing, polishing, and so on. You can find a trustworthy 3D Printing service provider such as 3DSPRO to get your job done.


Please check the mechanical properties chart of SLM Aluminum AlSi10Mg.


ParameterMethodResult
HardnessISO 6597-1:03-2006100 HV
DensityWGE-Prod-067EN2.65 g/cm³
Relative Density
WGE-Prod-067EN99.0%
Tensile strengthDIN EN ISO 6892-1:2009300 MPa
Elongation at BreakDIN EN ISO 6892-1:20092%
Yield strengthDIN EN ISO 6892-1:2009190 MPa
Elastic modulusDIN EN ISO 6892-1:200970 GPa
Roughness RaISO 4287 / AITM 1-0007016 µm

Roughness Rz

ISO 4287 / AITM 1-0007070 µm
Color
Metallic



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Material Data Sheet of Aluminum Alloy AlSi10Mg




Aluminum Alloy 6061

Aluminum 6061 is a highly versatile and widely used alloy, ideal for metal 3D printing applications. Known for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio, it combines good mechanical properties with ease of fabrication and usability. This alloy includes magnesium and silicon as its primary alloying elements, contributing to its moderate strength and excellent corrosion resistance. In 3D printing, specifically, 6061 aluminum is prized for its ability to be welded and anodized, making it a popular choice for creating complex, durable parts with fine detail. Its thermal conductivity and machinability also make it suitable for high-performance engineering projects where lightweight yet strong materials are crucial.


Please check the mechanical properties chart of SLM Aluminum AlSi10Mg.


ParameterMethodResult
HardnessISO 6597-1:03-200695 HB
DensityWGE-Prod-067EN2.8 g/cm³
Relative Density
WGE-Prod-067EN-
Tensile strengthDIN EN ISO 6892-1:2009290 MPa
Elongation at BreakDIN EN ISO 6892-1:200910%
Yield strengthDIN EN ISO 6892-1:2009240 MPa
Elastic modulusDIN EN ISO 6892-1:2009-
Roughness RaISO 4287 / AITM 1-00070-

Roughness Rz

ISO 4287 / AITM 1-00070-
Color
Metallic


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