High performance materials for 3D printing
High performance materials for 3D printing are materials that have unique mechanical properties that make them ideal for special end-use applications of high quality. Polymers
3D-print parts with RS copper, an alloy containing 99% copper or 100% pure and unalloyed copper.
A newly developed 3D printing process has made it possible to print with alloy containing 99% copper or even 100% pure unalloyed copper. Copper has always been a popular material for its great thermal and electrical conductivity. The pure copper alloy has an electrical conductivity of 100% IACS and a density of 8.9 g/cm³. Attaining a quality and efficiency higher then achieved by conventional alloys processed in 3D printing since reduced copper content also means lower conductivity.
Common applications for 100% copper parts are inductors and heat exchangers.
✦ Great thermal properties
✦ Excellent electrical conductivity (100% IACS)
✦ Design freedom for 3D printing in Copper increases the performance of parts
✦ Bacteria will not grow on it
✦ Highly malleable
✧ Sensitivity to oxidation leads to a greenish shade
✧ Corrosion can occur at any moment
– Heat exchangers
– Inductors
Direct Metal Laser Sintering produces high-end metal parts free of residual stress and internal defects.
Electron Beam Melting creates sophisticated parts with high dimensional accuracy and strength.
DMLS
Max. Bed Size (mm)
800x400x500 mm
Max. Bed Size (in)
31.5×15.8×19.7 in
Layer Height
30-150 μm
Accuracy
★★★★☆
Smoothness
★★★★☆
Flexibility
★★★☆☆
Rigidity
★★☆☆☆
Biocompatible
Yes
Watertight
Yes
Recyclable
Yes
Density
8.9 g/cm3
Electrical conductivity:
up to 58 MS/m
Thermal conductivity:
400 ± 15 W/(m*K)
Tensile strength
220 ± 10 MPa
* These values are meant to give a general idea of the material. Actual values may vary according to chosen material brand, 3D print service and build condition. Please refer to the Beamler online quoting platform for actual technical data of each material brand.
High performance materials for 3D printing are materials that have unique mechanical properties that make them ideal for special end-use applications of high quality. Polymers
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