Metals
Overview
AdmaPrint
The AdmaPrint feedstock is specially formulated with a mixture of photosensitive resins and a solid load of powder (ceramic or metal), called slurry. The use of light curing and slurries allows achieving high resolutions and very fine surface roughness in printed products. In addition, it prevents health hazards and (cross-)contamination related to the use of dry powders. The AdmaPrint feedstocks can be used to print complex geometries, large and fine structures and a wide variety of functional products.
Metals for high-demanding applications
Stainless Steel 316L
Alloy 316L is a molybdenum-bearing austenitic stainless steel, that has better overall corrosion resistance, compared to 304. 316L is known for its great formability and weldability. It also offers long-lasting high quality with outstanding elevated temperature tensile. It is robust towards environmental influences and a tough material used for weight-bearing duties.
Properties
- High corrosion resistance
- High toughness
- Non-magnetizable
Applications
- Watches, decorative parts
- Medical devices
- Food processing equipment
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Density (g/cm3) |
Young’s modulus (GPa) |
Bending strength (MPa) |
Fracture toughness (MPa.m1/2) |
Vickers hardness (HV) |
Thermal conductivity W/mK |
Thermal Expansion coefficient 10-6/K |
Electrical resistance Ω/m |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
8,04 |
190 |
510 |
- |
120 (HV10) |
15.9 |
17 |
- |
Note: The stated values are typical to this type of material, and may vary due to sintering conditions. This is non-contractual data to be used for reference only.
Stainless Steel 17-4 PH
17-4 PH is a martensitic precipitation-hardening stainless steel providing an excellent combination of high strength, good corrosion resistance, and fine mechanical properties at temperatures up to 316°C. Of all the precipitation-hardening stainless steels, 17-4 PH is the most widely used, as a result of its valuable combination of properties. These properties provide the opportunity to add reliability while reducing costs and simplifying fabrication; an effective solution to many design and production problems.
Properties
- High strength
- High hardness
- Excellent corrosion resistance
Applications
- Mechanical engineering
- Automotive
- Aviation and maritime
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Density (g/cm3) |
Young’s modulus (GPa) |
Bending strength (MPa) |
Fracture toughness (MPa.m1/2) |
Vickers hardness (HV) |
Thermal conductivity W/mK |
Thermal expansion coefficient 10-6/K |
Electrical resistance Ω/m |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7.81 |
190 |
1100 |
- |
370 (HV10) |
14 |
10.8 |
- |
Note: The stated values are typical to this type of material, and may vary due to sintering conditions. This is non-contractual data to be used for reference only.
Inconel 625
Inconel 625 is well-known for its versatile properties. The alloy mixture of nickel, chromium, and molybdenum makes it a very strong material, and resistant to elevated temperatures. Inconel 625’s properties, such as high corrosion fatigue strength, high tensile strength, and resistance to chloride-ion stress-corrosion cracking, making it an outstanding choice for sea-water applications. Broad acceptance can also be found in chemical processing as this alloy has a versatile corrosion resistance under a wide range of temperatures and pressures.
Properties
- High strength
- High oxidation resistance
- High resistance to severely corrosive environments
Applications
- Aerospace
- Automotive
|
Density (g/cm3) |
Young’s modulus (GPa) |
Bending strength (MPa) |
Fracture toughness (MPa.m1/2) |
Vickers hardness (HV) |
Thermal conductivity W/mK |
Thermal expansion coefficient 10-6/K |
Electrical resistance Ω/m |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
8.4 |
205 |
1100 |
- |
145-220 (HV10) |
10 |
12.8 |
- |
Note: The stated values are typical to this type of material, and may vary due to sintering conditions. This is non-contractual data to be used for reference only.
Copper
Copper is a soft, extremely ductile metal with a very high electrical and thermal conductivity. It is resistant to corrosion and has low chemical reactivity. Copper nowadays is essential for a variety of domestic, industrial and high-tech applications.
Properties
- High thermal conductivity
- Corrosion resistance in humid environments and seawater
- High electrical conductivity
Applications
- Heat transfer applications
- Induction heat coils
- Radio frequency Cathode
|
Density (g/cm3) |
Young’s modulus (GPa) |
Bending strength (MPa) |
Fracture toughness (MPa.m1/2) |
Vickers hardness (HV) |
Thermal conductivity W/mK |
Thermal Expansion coefficient 10-6/K |
Electrical resistance Ω/m |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
8,75 |
130 |
200 |
- |
100 (HV10) |
360 |
13 |
- |
Note: The stated values are typical to this type of material, and may vary due to sintering conditions. This is non-contractual data to be used for reference only.
Custom-developed slurry on demand
The Admaflex Technology provides an open platform that allows the production of a multitude of materials. This allows the adaptation of the technique to customer-specific materials, without having to modify the system.
We aim for continuous material improvement and development of new feedstocks for additive manufacturing of metals. Our in-house R&D department is able to develop new compositions and materials on client demand, as well as carry on with continuous materials development. If you have an application or material that you would like to use in additive manufacturing, we can help you with your developments.
If you have a trusted powder of your own or you didn’t find the material that you would like in our portfolio, you can contact us to launch a development project for adapting your materials to use with our stereolithography-based additive manufacturing technology. If you are familiar with slurry development, you can use our open system with your own compositions, without any restruction.