Manufacturing Materials

The right material is critical to the performance of your part. We offer a comprehensive selection of production-grade metals and plastics to meet your application's needs.

Aluminum

A lightweight metal with an excellent strength-to-weight ratio and natural corrosion resistance. Easy to machine and finish.

Grades: 6061-T6, 7075-T6, 6082

Ideal For: Housings, brackets, heatsinks, automotive and aerospace parts.

Stainless Steel

Offers high strength, hardness, and exceptional corrosion resistance, especially in medical and marine grades.

Grades: 303, 304L, 316L, 17-4 PH

Ideal For: Medical devices, surgical tools, food processing equipment, industrial hardware.

Titanium

Unmatched strength-to-weight ratio, biocompatible, and completely corrosion-proof. The ultimate choice for high-performance applications.

Grades: Grade 2, Grade 5 (Ti6Al4V)

Ideal For: Medical implants, aerospace components, high-performance sports equipment.

An enclosure prototype machined from raw ABS plastic

ABS

A common, tough, and impact-resistant thermoplastic. A great all-around choice for many consumer and industrial applications.

Processes: CNC Machining, FDM 3D Printing, Injection Molding

Ideal For: Enclosures, handheld devices, jigs and fixtures, automotive trim.

A set of durable gears 3D printed with SLS Nylon

Nylon (PA 12, PA 66)

A strong, durable polymer with good wear resistance and chemical resistance. Widely used for functional parts.

Processes: SLS 3D Printing, CNC Machining, Injection Molding

Ideal For: Gears, living hinges, snap-fits, functional prototypes.

PEEK

A high-performance thermoplastic with exceptional mechanical strength, biocompatibility, and resistance to heat and chemicals.

Processes: CNC Machining, Injection Molding

Ideal For: Medical implants, aerospace connectors, high-wear industrial components.

Need Help Choosing a Material?

The optimal material choice depends on your specific application. Consider factors like mechanical load, temperature exposure, chemical environment, and cosmetic requirements. Our team of engineers is ready to provide expert guidance to help you select the perfect material for your project.

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