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All 3D Printing Metals

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Aluminum Durable and lightweight aluminum alloys

Maraging Steel High strength and tough maraging steel alloys

Stainless Steel Corrosion resistant stainless-steel alloys

Titanium Strong and lightweight titanium alloys

Inconel Heat and corrosion resistant superalloys
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Resin 15+ resin materials for SLA and LCD 3D printing

Nylon 10+ types of nylon materials for durable 3D printed parts

PP Lightweight and chemical resistant polypropylene

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Alloy Steels Strong, durable

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Brass Machinable, corrosion resistant, conductive

Bronze Durable, wear-resistant

Carbon Steel Strong, economical

Copper Excellent electrical and thermal conductivity

Stainless Steel Corrosion-resistant and durable

Titanium Lightweight, strong, and corrosion-resistant

Tool Steel Hard, wear-resistant, specialized for tooling

Zinc Excellent machinability & corrosion resistance
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ABS Tough, lightweight

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Nylon Strong, wear-resistant

PEEK High-performance, heat & corrosion resistant

PEI High-temperature, engineering plastic

Polycarbonate Tough, impact-resistant

Polyethylene Lightweight, chemically resistant,

Polypropylene Lightweight, chemically resistant, flexible & resilient

PTFE Low-friction, chemically resistant

PVC Chemical & corrosion resistant
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Brass Attractive, machinable, excellent conductivity

Bronze Durable, wear-resistant

Carbon Steel Strong, cost-effective

Coated Steel Enhanced surface protection, durable

Copper Excellent thermal and electrical conductivity

Spring Steel High-strength, flexible, resilient

Titanium Lightweight, strong, and corrosion-resistant
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How to Choose Sheet Metal Fabrication Materials for Your Project

Specific Requirements
Recommended Materials

Excellent formability and high electrical and thermal conductivity for lightweight sheet metal components
Aluminum 1100

Excellent formability, corrosion resistance, and weldability for bent sheet metal parts
Aluminum 5052

Higher strength with good corrosion resistance and weldability for structural sheet metal components
Aluminum 6061

Good formability, weldability, strength, and cost efficiency for general sheet metal fabrication
Carbon Steel 1008

General-purpose stainless steel with good formability, weldability, and corrosion resistance
Stainless Steel 304

Excellent corrosion resistance for marine, chemical, and other demanding environments
Stainless Steel 316L

Zinc-coated sheet metal requiring enhanced corrosion resistance and economical fabrication
Coated Steel A653

Excellent formability and corrosion resistance for decorative, electrical, and functional sheet metal parts
Brass C260

Excellent electrical and thermal conductivity for electrical components and heat-transfer applications
Copper C110

Excellent corrosion resistance and formability for lightweight components in demanding environments
Titanium Grade 2

sheet metal fabrication materials

How Many Types of Sheet Metal Fabrication Materials?

1. Aluminum Alloys
Lightweight, corrosion resistant, and highly formable, aluminum alloys are widely used for enclosures, brackets, panels, and structural components.
2. Steel and Stainless Steel
Steel provides strength and cost efficiency, while stainless steel offers enhanced corrosion resistance for demanding sheet metal applications.
3. Copper and Copper Alloys
Copper, brass, and bronze provide excellent electrical or thermal conductivity along with useful formability and corrosion resistance.
4. Titanium and Specialty Steels
Titanium and spring steel offer specialized combinations of strength, corrosion resistance, elasticity, and performance for demanding applications.

Rule of Thumb

Choose sheet metal materials based on formability, strength, corrosion resistance, weldability, and the requirements of the final application.

Do not choose a material based solely on cost without considering its fabrication requirements and performance.

tips to choose sheet metal materials

All Sheet Metal Fabrication Materials

Aluminum 1100
Aluminum 5052
Aluminum 6061
Brass C220
Brass C260
Brass C510
Carbon Steel 1008
Carbon Steel 1018
Carbon Steel 1045
Carbon Steel A36
Carbon Steel ASTM A1011
Coated Steel A653
Coated Steel AZ55
Copper C101
Copper C110
Spring Steel 1095
Stainless Steel 301
Stainless Steel 304
Stainless Steel 316
Stainless Steel 316L
Titanium Grade 2
Titanium Grade 5

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